Two Types of Services
We are one church with two different types of services: Traditional Worship and Modern Worship.
Learn more about each service below.
Traditional Worship
Traditional Worship is held in the sanctuary and led by our choir and orchestra. Every week we gather together to worship through hymns, orchestral music, responsive readings, and New Testament teaching from our pastors.
Modern Worship
Modern Worship is held in the 316 Center and led by a worship band. Every week we gather together to worship through modern worship songs, hymns, scripture readings, and New Testament teaching from our pastors.
Questions
If it’s your first time at First Baptist, we are delighted to have you with us. Here are a few frequently asked questions to help you plan your visit.
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First Baptist Church is located in downtown Hendersonville, NC on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Washington Street.
Click the link below to view or download a map of our church and surrounding area.
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Our traditional worship is held in the Sanctuary. As you enter the building, look for signs pointing you to the Sanctuary. Modern worship is held in the 316 Center. As you enter the building, look for signs pointing you to the 316 Center. Look for security team members wearing red name badges for assistance with directions. You can also stop by our Welcome Center where someone can answer any questions and help you get where you need to go.
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On Sunday Mornings, we have Sunday School Classes available for children ages Birth - 5th Grade during the 9:15 and 10:30 am services. Preschool classes are located in our Children's Building on the 1st & 2nd Floors. For 1st - 5th Grades, children will meet in Room 409 for MERGE during both service times. Drop off and pick up for grade school kids is in Room 409 for both services.
MERGE is our FBC Kid's worship time for Grades 1 -5.
If you are a 1st Time Guest or just visiting our church, please come by the 2nd Floor Lobby in the Children's Building and we will assist you in finding your child's classroom.
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Every Sunday, our church offers two types of worship services, traditional and modern. We glorify God and encourage one another through music, scripture reading, and the preaching of God's Word. Every worship service lasts approximately one hour.
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Our Pastor says, "Sunday School is where we take care of each other." You were never meant to live life alone. We learn and grow together in God's Word. You don't have to be a member of the church to join one of the classes. Guests are always welcome, so feel free to visit as many groups as you like to find a good fit. Visit our Sunday School page to find your class.
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Cancellations due to snow and/or ice.
Sunday Mornings: There will be a 10:30 a.m. service in the Sanctuary. No Sunday School. The service will be posted on Facebook and YouTube.
Wednesday Nights: No school, no meal. Evening programs will be determined by 2:00 p.m.
Crosswalk: Follows the school schedule. No school, No Crosswalk. If delayed school opening, Crosswalk will open as usual. If early release, Crosswalk will be closed.
Cancellations: We will contact WLOS, post on our website and facebook page, send out an email blast, and leave a message on the church voicemail regarding changes in the schedule.
Parking at FBC
First Baptist Church is located in downtown Hendersonville, NC on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Washington Street.
Click the link below to view or download a map of our church and surrounding area.