Mission Statement The Mission of the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is to be a church that God is calling for in these last and evil days. Our Method is to carry out the great commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:18-20. And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo I am with you always even unto the end of the world. Amen. Our Motive is to let the Bright light in us shine in a dark world Matthew 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is heaven. Friendship Missionary Baptist Church ministries are formed to meet the needs of the whole man through a three-fold priority of the church which is to : EXALT THE SAVIOR with a well-balanced ministry of exciting praise and worship...that in every thing he might have supremacy (Colossians 1:18) EQUIP THE SAINT through genuine Christian fellowship, and sound biblical teaching To prepare God s people for the works of service (Ephesians 4:12) EVANGELIZE THE SINNER through outreach of the lost You will be my witness to the lost of the earth. (Acts 1:8)
History The Friendship Missionary Baptist Church was organized in 1948 under the leadership of Reverend P. R. Dortch. In June 1948, we moved to our 10th Street location and Reverend E. L. McCann became our Pastor. During his tenure, a new building was erected. In June 1957, Reverend John W. Wright became our Pastor. Under his leadership, we were blessed with great growth both spiritually and numerically. We entered our 7214 10th Street building and many ministries were implemented. Pastor Wright served faithfully until October 1991 when he retired due to illness. Reverend John F. Payne, Sr. served as pastor from June of 1992 until October 2017. We dedicated our current edifice in March 1999. We enlarged our borders in October 2004 to a second site in Moss Point, Mississippi. Our new Child Development Center opened in March 2007. Our new Family Life Center was completed in 2013. Our current membership is approximately 800 strong. As we the Friendship Family accept the challenge of providing a complete ministry to the community, we are prayerful that you will acknowledge the challenge and join us in our endeavors as we LIFT THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST! As we embark upon this journey of seeking a new shepherd for our congregation, we are praying for God s instructions and guidance. We know that there is one already ordained and chosen for us by God. We solicit your prayers as we go through this process.
FMBC MINISTRIES Youth and Children - provides leadership to develop and implement engaging, relevant programming for youth and children from 3-17 years old. Youth Church Children s Church Youth Counselors Christian Education provides leadership to develop and implement comprehensive Christian Education programming for the entire church. Sunday School Youth Bible Study Vacation Bible School Health Care Tutoring Youth Striving for Excellence Community Outreach - provides leadership to develop and implement evangelistic outreach activities for the church and surrounding community. Evangelism Street Canvassing Community Engagement College and Young Adults (CWA) Visitation provides leadership in ministry to reach those who cannot attend church. Nursing homes Homebound members Hospitals Jails and Prisons Shelters Treatment centers
FMBC MINISTRIES Hospitality provides leadership for an avenue for members and visitors to be welcomed and greeted to the church, and for new members to be introduced and orientated to the doctrines, policies and general procedures of the church. Ushers New Members Greeters Nursery Parking Lot Attendants Culinary Family provides leadership to develop and implement programming for the families within the church. Families with children or without children Married couples Singles Men provides leadership to develop and implement programs and activities that support and strengthen all men and boys so they can become all God has called them to be. Laymen Brother to Brother Crusaders Women provides leadership to develop and implement programs and activities to encourage, edify, and promote unity, support, and fellowship among Christian women. Mission Matrons Sister to Sister Red Circle Pearls Deaconess Ministers Wives
FMBC MINISTRIES Music and Fine Arts provides leadership for all aspects of worship and praise during all church services through music, songs, and the performing arts. Sanctuary Choir CWA Young Adult Ensemble Male Chorus Bertha Terrell Youth Choir Golden Voices Bible Drill and Step Team Graceful Praise Dancers Bands Audio/Media Care and Comfort provides leadership to develop and implement services to encourage and support members who are experiencing grief after the loss of a loved one, extended illness, or traumatic life circumstances. Faith, Healing, and Deliverance to heal the sick and to deliver the people from bondages in the name of Jesus, while teaching and instilling understanding of Kingdom Principles within the lives of those who respond to the call. Public Relations to maintain the church s internal communication and increase the community s awareness about the Church values, mission, and events with an honest and creative approach. Church Affiliations: Sunlight District, Alabama State Baptist, National Baptist