Greater First Church

11/27/2025

11/27/2025

🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from GFC! 🦃🍂

On behalf of GFC, we send blessings and best wishes for a safe and prosperous Thanksgiving to you and your families. Today we celebrate the gift of family — those near and far, chosen and cherished — who remind us of the love, strength, and joy that carry us through every season.

May your tables be full, your hearts be light, and your homes filled with gratitude. 💛

11/24/2025

✨ Joy filled the halls at the Bartlesville Health and Rehab Community as residents were all smiles during a recent visit from the GFC team, led by Rev. Vicki Hough. 💙 Moments like these remind us how powerful connection and care can be!

📸 Thank you to Rev. Hough and the GFC team for bringing encouragement, laughter and love to our community.

11/23/2025

Welcome to the services of Greater First Church, Bartlesville. We are truly blessed and thankful for another chance to bless His Holy name.

We are streaming on YouTube as well: https://www.youtube.com/live/mZi_cok0958?si=ietyaB8LsGz_OYTp.

Copyright Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the music in this video. All rights remain with the respective copyright holders.

First time watching us? To learn more about our church ministry, go online to: http://www.greaterfirstbaptistchurch.com. To support this ministry, those who can contribute offerings/tithes online or drop them off in person at the church office. Simply click the “Donate” button at the top of the web page and follow the instructions. You can also sow a seed through Cash App at $GFCBville **Remember to put your first and last name in the “for” line!** Thanks in advance.

11/16/2025

Welcome to the services of Greater First Church, Bartlesville. We are truly blessed and thankful for another chance to bless His Holy name.

Today’s sermon: “Obey God Completely,” 1 Samuel 15 (CSB) by Pastor Stephen Ivey

We are also streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/X_CwGUY0mJk?si=CjdZxpX75ZYUKcCj.

Copyright Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the music in this video. All rights remain with the respective copyright holders.

First time watching us? To learn more about our church ministry, go online to: http://www.greaterfirstbaptistchurch.com.

To support this ministry, those who can contribute offerings/tithes online or drop them off in person at the church office. Simply click the “Donate” button at the top of the web page and follow the instructions. You can also sow a seed through Cash App at $GFCBville **Remember to put your first and last name in the “for” line!** Thanks in advance.

11/11/2025

Even with the chill in the air, Greater First Church was glowing with warmth and unity 💕. We came together in worship, lifting up the name of the Lord with joy and gratitude. What a blessing to celebrate His goodness — again and again!

11/09/2025

Welcome to the services of Greater First Church, Bartlesville. We are truly blessed and thankful for another chance to bless His Holy name. Today’s sermon: “Get Up!” Proverbs 6:6-11 and Proverbs 19:15 KLV by Rev. Bill Wilson

Copyright Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the music in this video. All rights remain with the respective copyright holders.

We are also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/dvVn_6k_76o?si=5ANiZxawfOWXpk9p.

First time watching us? To learn more about our church ministry, go online to: http://www.greaterfirstbaptistchurch.com.

To support this ministry, those who can contribute offerings/tithes online or drop them off in person at the church office. Simply click the “Donate” button at the top of the web page and follow the instructions. You can also sow a seed through Cash App at $GFCBville **Remember to put your first and last name in the “for” line!** Thanks in advance.

11/03/2025

🙏🏽 Sundays at Greater First Church are a blessing from start to finish!

📘 Sunday School opened hearts and minds this morning with powerful lessons and joyful fellowship.

⛪️ Our main worship service lifted every soul — thank you to all who joined us in praise, prayer and purpose.

🤝 We’re thrilled to welcome our newest members into the Greater First family! Your presence strengthens our mission and our community.

💖 Today’s philanthropic support was a true reflection of God’s love in action. Your generosity fuels outreach, uplifts families and keeps hope alive.

Let’s keep building, serving, and celebrating — together.

11/02/2025

Welcome to the services of Greater First Church, Bartlesville. We are truly blessed and thankful for another chance to bless His Holy name. We are also streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/KoOBp8EJmFc?si=UhbRqNTA8Xm-z17O. Today’s sermon: “Don’t Look Too Long,” Psalm 73 (CSB) by Pastor Stephen Ivey.

Copyright Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the music in this video. All rights remain with the respective copyright holders.

First time watching us? To learn more about our church ministry, go online to: http://www.greaterfirstbaptistchurch.com.

To support this ministry, those who can contribute offerings/tithes online or drop them off in person at the church office. Simply click the “Donate” button at the top of the web page and follow the instructions. You can also sow a seed through Cash App at $GFCBville **Remember to put your first and last name in the “for” line!** Thanks in advance.

10/26/2025

October at Greater First Church has been a powerful blend of honor and hope. We’ve celebrated the strength of survivors and the compassion of our clergy — two pillars of faith and resilience. 💗🙏

From pink ribbons to pastoral hugs, our photos this month capture the spirit of community, courage, and care. Thank you to every heart that showed up, stood strong, and lifted others.

10/20/2025

🎉 Honoring Pastor Stephen Ivey & Our Ministerial Team 🙏

This October, we pause to celebrate the unwavering faith, leadership, and compassion of Pastor Stephen Ivey and our incredible ministerial staff. Their tireless dedication uplifts our congregation, strengthens our community, and reflects the heart of servant leadership.

From powerful sermons to quiet moments of prayer, from joyful celebrations to steadfast support during life’s storms — your presence makes a difference. We see you. We thank you. We honor you.

💬 Drop a word of gratitude or a favorite memory in the comments below. Let’s flood this space with appreciation!