First Baptist Church of Galax
Where everybody is welcome, nobody is perfect and anything is possible.
The church manages this profile directly.
About Us
As a caring community, First Baptist Galax is excited to offer a wide variety of ministry opportunities as well as a chance for you to know who we are and what God has in store!
If you are searching for a new church home or want to plug into a special community of caring folks, we hope that you can join us for Sunday morning worship or one of our weekly events.
First Baptist Galax is a missional church. Our goal is simply stated in Matthew 28:19, to bring people into a relationship with Jesus that is strong and vibrant.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT: First Baptist Church is on a mission to impact individuals and families throughout the world by sharing Jesus, by serving the brokenhearted and the lost, and by becoming devoted followers of Christ.
- Vibe
- Casual, Down to Earth, Friendly, Inclusive, Multigenerational, Lots of kids, Neighborhood-focused
- Programs
- Faith and Work, Young Adults, Youth Group, Choir, Missions, Nursery, Preschool, Seniors Ministry, Children's Ministry
- Music
- Traditional Hymns, Contemporary, Organ
- Denomination
- Baptist
- Size
- Medium
- Founded
- 1905
Contact Information
Our Services
Service Times
- Sunday
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- 09:45am
- Sunday School
- 11:00am
- Worship Service
- 10:00am
- Escuela dominical
- 06:00pm
- Servicio de adoración
- 11:00am
- Servicio de adoración
- Wednesday
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- 06:30pm
- Prayer Meeting
What to Expect
Leadership
Sam Bartlett
Sam Bartlett is native of Galax who came back “home” after spending twenty years in Kentucky and Florida as a pastor, church planter, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. He received his BA from Asbury College and his M.Div from Asbury Theological Seminary. His is an author and a noted authority in the areas of team building, customer service, leadership, employee engagement, and managing conflict while implementing change. He has provided on-site training for companies such as AT&T, Rockwell, Black & Decker, Johnson & Johnson and has helped both churches and businesses accomplish their vision. Sam is an outdoor enthusiast, a horse trainer, and a community leader. His personal mission is to “liberate greatness”. He lives with Linda, his wife, and they are the proud parents of five children, and are blessed with one granddaughter.Location & Directions
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