P: What is your earliest recollection of church life?
J: I was born a preacher’s daughter, so I was taken to church from day one. My first memory of church was when I was just under four years old. I was standing on the seat beside my mother; I can still see the lights and how they were...
An Interview by Patrick Walsh
Bob Money, one of First Baptist’s icons, served as Minister of Counseling and Family Life for 30 years. He and his delightful wife, Sydnor, have selflessly contributed to our church and the wider community. Bob’s life story is fascinating. The following...
Dave Ward, First Baptist’s Minister Emeritus, is iconic, having served as Minister of Seniors for 54 years. He and his lovely wife, Jo, have contributed immeasurably to the life and fellowship of our church. His life story is fascinating. The following interview provides glimpses into his...
Knoxville Baptist’s (later renamed First Baptist) plight during the Civil War was poignantly described as follows:
“…the tragic war years were a prolonged struggle for mere survival—a contest in which it seemed more than once as if the church had perished. During these...