September 13th Sermon: I Think You Are Wrong About That!
Romans 14: 1-12
It's Bring One Sunday
Tammy Sawyer has devoted her life to serving God and serving others through faith, leadership, and compassionate ministry. She believes God prepares His servants through every season of life, and after decades of serving both the church and the community, she is answering God's call to pastoral ministry with a heart centered on Christ and His people.
With more than 30 years of leadership experience in communications, education, human resources, and community engagement, Tammy brings a unique blend of professional experience and servant leadership to ministry. She currently serves as Executive Director of Public Relations and Institutional Engagement at College of The Albemarle, where she works to strengthen relationships and build community partnerships through communication and marketing, and support the college's mission of transforming lives through education.
Her ministry journey has been rooted in lifelong service to the local church. Over the years, she has served in numerous leadership roles, including deacon, deaconess, moderator, vice moderator, lay leader, committee chair, Vacation Bible School director, and pastor search committee chair. She has led worship, served in youth ministry through various classes and activities, and organized outreach and fellowship ministries.
Beyond the church, Tammy is passionate about serving her community. She co-founded the ECP Backpacks program, which grew out of a program she initially founded for P.W. Moore in collaboration with Pearl Street Pentecostal Church. This program provides weekend meals to children experiencing food insecurity, and works alongside churches, schools, businesses, and community organizations to share Christ's love through meaningful acts of service.
As Interim Minister of First Baptist Church, Tammy is committed to faithfully preaching God's Word, walking alongside others in their faith journey, and helping people discover the hope, grace, and transforming love of Jesus Christ. Her prayer is that every person who enters First Baptist Church feels welcomed, encouraged, and inspired to grow in their relationship with Christ.
Tammy resides in Elizabeth City with her husband, Keith. She is the proud mother of her son, Caleb, and grateful to have Faith as her daughter-in-love. She considers it a privilege to serve alongside the First Baptist Church family during this season of ministry.
BILLY CAUDLE
Music Director & Organist
Billy really likes to make good music. In his role at First Baptist Church, making good music helps enhance the worship experience for everyone.
Outside of church, Billy always tries to improve things little bit. He gets up every morning with a goal of making our community just a little bit nicer and more interesting and entertaining for the folks that live here now. Through his various roles at churches, as an Elizabeth City City Councilor, and through interactions with others, he is able to move that idea forward each and every day.
Billy enjoys the water, so boating and swimming are his "go-to" hobbies, as well as making music.
Molly Brite
Administrative Assistant
Molly is someone who values family, community, and building meaningful relationships both in and outside of work.
Outside of work you’ll find her on the golf course, working in the garden or spending quality time with family and friends. Molly enjoys staying involved in the community and appreciate opportunities to help others and learn new things.
Whether collaborating on a project or enjoying time outdoors Molly strives to bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a people-first approach to everything.
VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP
The Deacons of First Baptist Church
Volunteers play a vital role in the ministry and leadership of First Baptist Church. Part of those volunteers are the deacons. At First Baptist Church, deacons provide administrative leadership, as well as assist the pastor in pastoral ministry to the members and visitors of FBC.
The current deacons for First Baptist Church are:
Class of 2027 Class of 2028 Class of 2029
Debbie Cherry Chair Joe Winslow Gwen Bell
Roger Ferrell Betty Dunn Secretary Steve Harris Vice Chair
Terri Moore Kay Whiteman Frank White