First Baptist on Fifth

Welcome to Ministry is Calling, a podcast series hosted by Olivia Blake, Ministry and Communications Assistant. Throughout this series, we celebrate and reflect on the diverse ways people engage in ministry work by inviting members of our church family to share their personal stories of answering the call.
In this episode, Olivia sits down with Ryan Jones—a beloved First on Fifth member and the creative force behind our church’s social media, video and external communications. Tune in as Ryan shares his journey from growing up in rural Appalachia, to navigating corporate life, launching his own business, and ultimately finding his purpose in serving faith-based communities through media and storytelling.

A sermon preached on Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 on Sunday, July 19, 2026, by Emily Hull McGee with First Baptist Church on Fifth, Winston-Salem, NC

Welcome to Ministry is Calling, a podcast series hosted by Olivia Blake, Ministry and Communications Assistant. Throughout this series, we celebrate and reflect on the diverse ways people engage in ministry work by inviting members of our church family to share their personal stories of answering the call.
In this episode, Olivia is joined by Bethany Leggett—a beloved First on Fifth member, Wake Forest School of Divinity alumna, and ordained minister. Tune in as Bethany shares her unique journey, from her background in journalism and higher education communications to finding her theological home and stepping into leadership within our community.

A sermon preached on Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 on Sunday, July 12, 2026, by Rayce Lamb with First Baptist Church on Fifth, Winston-Salem, NC

Welcome to the next episode in our series, Ministry is Calling, where Olivia Blake, Ministry and Communications Assistant, explores how folks from our church have answered their call in ministry and celebrate how they engage in ministry work. Today's guest is Rev. Jane Hull, beloved member, retired pastor, and mother of our head pastor, Emily Hull McGee.

A sermon preached on Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 on Sunday, July 5, 2026, by Emily Hull McGee with First Baptist Church on Fifth, Winston-Salem, NC

Welcome to the second episode of our new series, Ministry is Calling, where Olivia Blake, Ministry and Communications Assistant, explores how folks from our church have answered their call in ministry and celebrate how they engage in ministry work. Today’s guest is Rev. Dr. Amy McClure, beloved member and Associate Pastor of Children, Senior Adults, and Pastoral Care here at First on Fifth.

Welcome to the third episode of our series, Ministry is Calling, where Olivia Blake, Ministry and Communications Assistant, explores how folks from our church have answered their call in ministry and celebrate how they engage in ministry work. Today’s guest is Dr. Chris Gambill, beloved member and recently retired ministry professional.

A sermon preached on Matthew 10:40-42 on Sunday, June 28, 2026, by Emily Hull McGee with First Baptist Church on Fifth, Winston-Salem, NC

A sermon preached on Matthew 10:24-39 on Sunday, June 21, 2026, by Emily Hull McGee with First Baptist Church on Fifth, Winston-Salem, NC