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The First Baptist Church of Glenarden International, a place where faith meets community. Whether you’re exploring faith for the first time, looking to be involved in community, or seeking a new church family to call home, we’re here to embrace you with open arms!

– Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr. and First Lady Trina Jenkins, CMO

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Release: A worship Experience for Everyone
Mar 18

Release: A Worship Experience for Everyone

Join us for a special Release Worship Service hosted by iD Young Adults. This powerful night of worship is open to all ages. Meet us as we come together to release our praise to God with no barriers.

Family Academy
Mar 19

Family Academy

Join us for an interactive workshop where youth, parents, mentors, and educators build disciplined thinking and creative problem-solving skills that drive leadership, ownership, and lasting Kingdom impact while preparing participants for the workforce.

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Sisters for Your Journey Virtual Info Session
Mar 19

Sisters for Your Journey

If you desire to love yourself, build nurturing relationships with other women and develop a more intimate walk with Christ, SFYJ is for you!

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Evening of Elegance
Mar 20

Evening of Elegance

The Special Needs Ministry invites individuals ages 14+ to a joyful night with dinner, dancing, and meaningful connection in a welcoming space centered on God’s love. Volunteers are also needed to help make this night special for every guest.

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Discover Missions
Mar 21

Discover Missions

Join us for an interactive and engaging training experience designed to help you understand God's heart for the nations and how you can become actively involved in global missions.

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Life Builders
Mar 21

Life Builders

Join us as we confront the hidden toll of 'success, pull back the curtain between who you perform as and who you really are, and bridge the gap so your success is rooted in wholeness.

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Wellness 365
Mar 25

Wellness 365

Join us for a Bible Study as we examine the foods that Jesus would eat and how they heal our body, and the foods that Jesus tells us to avoid and why.

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Witnessing Training
Mar 28

Witnessing Training

Join us for a day designed to equip believers with practical tools and confidence to share their faith effectively.

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Glory to Glory
Apr 3

Glory to Glory

On Good Friday, invite someone who may not know Jesus to experience Glory to Glory, a powerful production that tells the story of Christ’s journey to the cross, His crucifixion, and His resurrection through compelling storytelling and original music. Bring a friend, a family member, or a coworker and prayerfully expect God to move. 

Resurrection Weekend
Apr 4

Resurrection Weekend

Celebrate the risen Savior during one of five Resurrection Services. For the first time, we will have a Saturday evening service at 6 p.m. with 4 services on Sunday at 6 a.m., 8 a.m., 10 a.m., and Noon EDT. This Resurrection, come ready to worship, to reflect, and to rejoice in the hope we have because He is risen. 

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Youth Retreat
May 1

Youth Retreat

Calling all middle school and high schoolers! This offsite retreat will focus on The Fruits of the Spirit and what it means to live God’s way so that His fruit is on display in our lives.

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Grace Girls Getaway
May 20

Grace Girl Getaway

Join us for a restorative experience designed to help you deepen your connection with Christ, engage in meaningful conversation, and cultivate community with like-minded women. This getaway is an invitation for you to encounter the depth of God’s intentional love, experience healing and freedom, and learn to love who you are as Christ's image-bearer wholeheartedly.

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Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr.

Discovering and Knowing Your Purpose

Every person is created by God with a specific purpose, and it is important that we work to discover that purpose. The life of Nehemiah reveals and fulfills purpose through five key indicators: passion, possibilities, provision, player haters (opposition), and partners.

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The 2025 annual report is now available!

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The FBCGLive Podcast brings you powerful sermons to replay and reflect on—anytime, anywhere. Perfect for your commute, workout, or quiet moments. Available now on your favorite podcast platforms!

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