About Us
Meet Our Pastor
Bishop Dr. C.L. Carter, Sr. has made a significant impact on fostering a healthy spiritual atmosphere at First Missionary Church and in the community. He is responsible for teaching, training, and guiding the ministers under his leadership and has helped over twenty-five pastors establish their own churches. As the third Presiding Bishop of the Kingdom Connection Fellowship International, he plays a crucial role in the organization .
A devoted shepherd, Bishop Dr. C.L. Carter, Sr. is available to his flock 24/7 and cares deeply for all areas of their lives. His love extends beyond his church through the media ministry and his counseling of other pastors. His influence on the spiritual welfare of the church, community, and beyond is both extensive and profound .
Bishop Dr. C.L. Carter, Sr. unwavering dedication to the First Missionary family and the community is a true gift from God. He serves as God’s minister, counselor, teacher, healer, prophet, evangelist, and preacher to everyone .
Meet Our Co-Pastor
Elder Deborah Vanesse Carter is a shining light as the First Lady of the First Missionary Baptist Church in College Park, Georgia, where her husband, Bishop C. L. Carter, Sr., is the founder and pastor. Together, they co-pastor, guiding their congregation with love and wisdom .
A native of Atlanta, she is a proud mother of three, grandmother of nine, and great- grandmother of six. Alongside her sister Sheila, she co-owns Boswell’s Beauty Palace in College Park, Georgia .
Since answering the Lord’s call in 1986, Elder Carter has been licensed to preach and was ordained as an Elder in 1994. She actively participates in the Kingdom Praise Choir, the Intercessory Prayer Ministry, and the Ministerial Team, while also leading the Daughters of Destiny Women’s Ministry .
With a deep love for God, Elder Carter ministers to the hurting and brokenhearted, serving as a dedicated prayer warrior and intercessor. Anointed to preach His Word, she continues to impact and transform lives in her community .
About Us
Walking Together, Growing in Faith
Walking together in faith is a journey of shared hope, trust, and transformation. As we move forward side by side, we encourage one another through challenges, celebrate each other’s victories, and deepen our understanding of God’s presence in our lives.
Each step taken in unity strengthens our bond and nurtures spiritual growth, reminding us that we are not alone. In moments of doubt, we lean on each other; in times of joy, we rejoice together. Through prayer, scripture, and love, our faith matures-not in isolation, but it the sacred rhythm of walking together toward a greater purpose.
Our Mission
The Mission of the First Missionary Baptist Church is to "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen." Matthew 28:19-20
Our Vision
” And the Lord answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it.” Hab. 2:2 “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” Proverbs 29:18
Our Passion
“We are giving a hand up not just a handout by opening doors to the community by way of training, preparing and demonstrating effective means to reach set goals. Our Bread for Days Ministry provides bread and sweets not only to those in need in our surrounding community but also to shelters, the homeless and college students”.
Our Community
First Missionary Baptist Church Mission Statement
The Mission of the First Missionary Baptist Church is to “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Matthew 28:19-20 .
Enabled by God’s grace, we aresowing seeds of God’s love, growing into faithful Christ followers, and going into the world to share God’s love .
By the grace of God, we are growing into faithful Christ followers.
By the call of Christ, we are going into the world to share God’s love .
Matthew 25:35-40 is our church resume. We have been instructed to feed the hungry and give drink to those who are thirsty, to shelter the stranger, clothe the naked and visit the sick as well as those who are in prison .
We are giving a hand up not just a handout by opening door to the community by way of training, preparing and demonstrating effective means to reach set goals. Our Bread for Days Ministry provides bread and sweets not only to those in need in our surrounding community but also to shelters, the homeless and college students .
We have been commissioned by God to do a specific work and that is what we do and will continue to do!
Bishop C.L. Carter, Sr.
Pastor and Founder
