Starting From Scratch

Not every pastor was disappointed when the city announced it would seek redevelopment of the Gas Plant area. Because he had no emotional tie

Nov 30, 20196 min read

When We Know Better We Do Better

When you really think of it, the only real redevelopment that came was Ferg’s Sports Bar. There has been no economic development as a result

Nov 24, 201912 min read

First Baptist Institutional: From Pepper Town to the Gas Plant Area

History of First Baptist Institutional Church and black communities of St. Petersburg.

Nov 22, 20197 min read

Preparing for the Big Move

Moving into a new era and a new sanctuary with a new pastor. Rev. Wayne G. Thompson on the black church.

Nov 21, 20197 min read

The Past Has a Future

By the time Reverend Wayne G. Thompson became pastor of First Baptist Institutional Church negotiations for the church's property in the...

Nov 20, 201923 min read

I Know The Plans I Have for You

It was more of a legacy because Prayer Tower was the first Pentecostal Church of God in Christ in the city.

Nov 19, 201910 min read

What is the Church Without the Members?

A church that is concerned or its members have a powerful voice.

Nov 18, 20197 min read

Was It Worth the Sacrifice?

One of the biggest disappointments of having to give up something that you love is to learn it was all in vain.

Nov 17, 20196 min read