First Baptist Church

A variety of inspiring programs (stories, reflections, music).

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Our Sunday worship services have been moved to an online format for Sundays for the time being. Please join us via our First Baptist Church Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBeverly) on Sunday mornings at  10 a.m. and watch for a live pastoral reflection and gift of music by Esther Chang and John DeNardo. We will also post an edited and more polished version of this same video for the weekly Bulletin and webpage. For more information on this topic and to stay…

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

Join minister Julie Flowers live on our Facebook page at 1:00pm on Tuesdays for a kids’ connection time just for you! (You can bring your grownups, too!) Join us live at 1:00pm or watch anytime when the video is saved on our Facebook page! See you soon!

Join us on the FIRST Tuesday of every month for Theology on Tap! April's Theology on Tap will meet as a Zoom meeting, hosted by Julie! Topic: Theology on Tap Time: Apr 7, 2020 08:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)   Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/323891608?pwd=c0VjL2lQNWFERHZSUElVaU1LQlkwQT09   Meeting ID: 323 891 608 Password: 473631   One tap mobile +13126266799,,323891608# US (Chicago) +16465588656,,323891608# US (New York)   Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656…

Kent has the virtual coffee pot brewing (Decaf) for a ZOOM FBC Coffee Time’ on April 1st 7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Simply click on the ZOOM link below and follow the prompts to join the virtual meeting with your friends. Kent Harrop will host the meeting as we check in with one another. This is an opportunity in a safe and respectful setting to share our struggles and hope. It is good to remember that we aren’t alone, that we have one…

Thursday Morning Virtual Drop-In Coffee Time with Julie: Grab your morning coffee or tea and pop in to Julie’s virtual Zoom Coffee Break from 10-10:30 a.m. on Thursday! All are welcome, and you should be able to join from a smartphone or computer, just by clicking on the meeting link below!   Open to any FBC friends who would like to drop by!   Topic: FBC Zoom Coffee Break Time: Apr 2, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)…

A variety of inspiring programs (stories, reflections, music).

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Our Sunday worship services have been moved to an online format for Sundays for the time being. Please join us via our First Baptist Church Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBeverly) on Sunday mornings at  10 a.m. and watch for a live pastoral reflection and gift of music by Esther Chang and John DeNardo. We will also post an edited and more polished version of this same video for the weekly Bulletin and webpage. For more information on this topic and to stay…

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

Kent has the virtual coffee pot brewing (Decaf) for a ZOOM FBC Coffee Time’ on April 1st 7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Simply click on the ZOOM link below and follow the prompts to join the virtual meeting with your friends. Kent Harrop will host the meeting as we check in with one another. This is an opportunity in a safe and respectful setting to share our struggles and hope. It is good to remember that we aren’t alone, that we have one…

Thursday Morning Virtual Drop-In Coffee Time with Julie: Grab your morning coffee or tea and pop in to Julie’s virtual Zoom Coffee Break from 10-10:30 a.m. on Thursday! All are welcome, and you should be able to join from a smartphone or computer, just by clicking on the meeting link below!   Open to any FBC friends who would like to drop by!   Topic: FBC Zoom Coffee Break Time: Apr 2, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)…

A variety of inspiring programs (stories, reflections, music).

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Our Sunday worship services have been moved to an online format for Sundays for the time being. Please join us via our First Baptist Church Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBeverly) on Sunday mornings at  10 a.m. and watch for a live pastoral reflection and gift of music by Esther Chang and John DeNardo. We will also post an edited and more polished version of this same video for the weekly Bulletin and webpage. For more information on this topic and to stay…

Following worship and coffee..... Sunday Morning Bible Study: This class, facilitated this year by John DeNardo, meets in the Mary Kuell Room on the lower level and enjoys lively discussions while studying a variety of texts, both biblical and academic. If you are looking for interesting study and discussion that can lead to new insight, this is the class for you. Faith Journey Class: This class explores the places and spaces where our lives and our faith and the scriptures…

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

Kent has the virtual coffee pot brewing (Decaf) for a ZOOM FBC Coffee Time’ on April 1st 7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Simply click on the ZOOM link below and follow the prompts to join the virtual meeting with your friends. Kent Harrop will host the meeting as we check in with one another. This is an opportunity in a safe and respectful setting to share our struggles and hope. It is good to remember that we aren’t alone, that we have one…

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Chang for rehearsals and performs during the worship hour on Sundays throughout the church year. Harborlight Ringers is open to new members and is a great way to learn or perfect handbell ringing techniques and skills! Contact Esther at ecredington@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

Thursday Morning Virtual Drop-In Coffee Time with Julie: Grab your morning coffee or tea and pop in to Julie’s virtual Zoom Coffee Break from 10-10:30 a.m. on Thursday! All are welcome, and you should be able to join from a smartphone or computer, just by clicking on the meeting link below!   Open to any FBC friends who would like to drop by!   Topic: FBC Zoom Coffee Break Time: Apr 2, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)…

A variety of inspiring programs (stories, reflections, music).

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Activities and Events for Middle School Fellowship (all events take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted): Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

Stop by before and after Worship to enjoy yummy breakfast muffins, great coffee and juice. The best part is enjoying new and longtime friends.

Our Sunday worship services have been moved to an online format for Sundays for the time being. Please join us via our First Baptist Church Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBeverly) on Sunday mornings at  10 a.m. and watch for a live pastoral reflection and gift of music by Esther Chang and John DeNardo. We will also post an edited and more polished version of this same video for the weekly Bulletin and webpage. For more information on this topic and to stay…

Following worship and coffee..... Sunday Morning Bible Study: This class, facilitated this year by John DeNardo, meets in the Mary Kuell Room on the lower level and enjoys lively discussions while studying a variety of texts, both biblical and academic. If you are looking for interesting study and discussion that can lead to new insight, this is the class for you. Faith Journey Class: This class explores the places and spaces where our lives and our faith and the scriptures…

Join us for a simple lunch and to craft in community. We work on shawls and blankets to be blessed and sent to hospitals and rehab centers. New participants always welcome, no matter the skill level.

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

Kent has the virtual coffee pot brewing (Decaf) for a ZOOM FBC Coffee Time’ on April 1st 7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Simply click on the ZOOM link below and follow the prompts to join the virtual meeting with your friends. Kent Harrop will host the meeting as we check in with one another. This is an opportunity in a safe and respectful setting to share our struggles and hope. It is good to remember that we aren’t alone, that we have one…

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Chang for rehearsals and performs during the worship hour on Sundays throughout the church year. Harborlight Ringers is open to new members and is a great way to learn or perfect handbell ringing techniques and skills! Contact Esther at ecredington@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

Thursday Morning Virtual Drop-In Coffee Time with Julie: Grab your morning coffee or tea and pop in to Julie’s virtual Zoom Coffee Break from 10-10:30 a.m. on Thursday! All are welcome, and you should be able to join from a smartphone or computer, just by clicking on the meeting link below!   Open to any FBC friends who would like to drop by!   Topic: FBC Zoom Coffee Break Time: Apr 2, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)…

A variety of inspiring programs (stories, reflections, music).

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Activities and Events for Middle School Fellowship (all events take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted): Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

Stop by before and after Worship to enjoy yummy breakfast muffins, great coffee and juice. The best part is enjoying new and longtime friends.

Dates: October 13,  November 17, December 8, January 12, February 9, March 29, May 3 Time: 9:00-9:50am Join Certified Yoga Instructor Lisa LaPlante at FBC Select Sundays for Yoga – Spiritual Moments and Movement Please bring water and a Yoga Mat. (a small number of mats will be provided for those who need one) Childcare is available during this time. Class is appropriate for ages 11 and up. Participants should be able to get up and down from the floor…

Our Sunday worship services have been moved to an online format for Sundays for the time being. Please join us via our First Baptist Church Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBeverly) on Sunday mornings at  10 a.m. and watch for a live pastoral reflection and gift of music by Esther Chang and John DeNardo. We will also post an edited and more polished version of this same video for the weekly Bulletin and webpage. For more information on this topic and to stay…

Following worship and coffee..... Sunday Morning Bible Study: This class, facilitated this year by John DeNardo, meets in the Mary Kuell Room on the lower level and enjoys lively discussions while studying a variety of texts, both biblical and academic. If you are looking for interesting study and discussion that can lead to new insight, this is the class for you. Faith Journey Class: This class explores the places and spaces where our lives and our faith and the scriptures…

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

First Baptist's Lay Visitation Ministry Team provides a ministry of visitation, caring, listening, prayer, and comfort to the church family and the wider community. This group meets monthly, on the first Tuesday of each month, for training, reflection, sharing, and to receive new ministry assignments. New members are always welcome to the Team. Please contact Kent Harrop if you are interested in learning more.

  Join us on the FIRST Tuesday of every month for Theology on Tap! This lively discussion group meets at Chianti on Cabot Street in Beverly from 8:00 p.m. until approximately 10:00 p.m. (although it's a casual gathering - come and go as you need to!) to gather around the table and share food, refreshments, and conversation about life, faith, and the places that they intersect. This group is open to the community, and new members are always welcome!

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Chang for rehearsals and performs during the worship hour on Sundays throughout the church year. Harborlight Ringers is open to new members and is a great way to learn or perfect handbell ringing techniques and skills! Contact Esther at ecredington@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

All parents and families in the wider community are invited to join our church family in this special event designed to give parents and caregivers some much-needed free time while ALSO providing outstanding care and fun and lively activities for children!  Our Parents’ Night Out events are free, open to all, and take place the SECOND FRIDAY of each month, at the church.  Children are dropped off here at the church while parents and caregivers can take time to run…

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Activities and Events for Middle School Fellowship (all events take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted): Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

Stop by before and after Worship to enjoy yummy breakfast muffins, great coffee and juice. The best part is enjoying new and longtime friends.

Join us each Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. for worship in our Sanctuary! We are a Welcoming and Affirming congregation where ALL are welcome! Gathering together for times of worship offers us the opportunity to center ourselves in the midst of a busy world, to renew our strength, to respond to God’s loving and leading call to love the challenges before us. In worship, we find strength in one another, in our faith, in the scripture, and in our God.…

Following worship and coffee..... Sunday Morning Bible Study: This class, facilitated this year by John DeNardo, meets in the Mary Kuell Room on the lower level and enjoys lively discussions while studying a variety of texts, both biblical and academic. If you are looking for interesting study and discussion that can lead to new insight, this is the class for you. Faith Journey Class: This class explores the places and spaces where our lives and our faith and the scriptures…

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Chang for rehearsals and performs during the worship hour on Sundays throughout the church year. Harborlight Ringers is open to new members and is a great way to learn or perfect handbell ringing techniques and skills! Contact Esther at ecredington@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Activities and Events for Middle School Fellowship (all events take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted): Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

Stop by before and after Worship to enjoy yummy breakfast muffins, great coffee and juice. The best part is enjoying new and longtime friends.

Seekers Class: Hosted by Kent Harrop, this class is in dialogue each week about a provocative 10 minute video by theologian and pastor, Rob Bell. A Bible study and lively discussion follows on how to understand and live out our faith. New participants are always welcome! This class meets in the staff conference room, on the main floor.  The Morning Café is also open during this time to grab your coffee!

Join us each Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. for worship in our Sanctuary! We are a Welcoming and Affirming congregation where ALL are welcome! Gathering together for times of worship offers us the opportunity to center ourselves in the midst of a busy world, to renew our strength, to respond to God’s loving and leading call to love the challenges before us. In worship, we find strength in one another, in our faith, in the scripture, and in our God.…

Following worship and coffee..... Sunday Morning Bible Study: This class, facilitated this year by John DeNardo, meets in the Mary Kuell Room on the lower level and enjoys lively discussions while studying a variety of texts, both biblical and academic. If you are looking for interesting study and discussion that can lead to new insight, this is the class for you. Faith Journey Class: This class explores the places and spaces where our lives and our faith and the scriptures…

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

Lectio divina is Latin for “divine reading” and refers to the traditional Benedictine practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer intended to promote communion with God and to increase the knowledge of God’s Word. It does not treat Scripture as texts to be studied, but as the Living Word. These gatherings are open to all; new members are always welcome. The time opens with moments of quiet meditation and closes with the sharing of Communion. Schedule: Lectio Divina meets every…

JoyRingers is a youth handbell choir that meets each Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. and also performs in worship on selected Sundays throughout the year. This group is open to youth in Grade 4 and above and is under the direction of Music Director Esther Chang. Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Chang for rehearsals and performs during the worship hour on Sundays throughout the church year. Harborlight Ringers is open to new members and is a great way to learn or perfect handbell ringing techniques and skills! Contact Esther at ecredington@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

The Celebration Ringers handbell choir rehearses on Thursday evenings, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Contact our Music Director Esther Chang for more information.

The Sanctuary Vocal Choir meets weekly with Music Director Esther Redington for rehearsal and sings weekly in worship throughout the regular program year (September through June). Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

If you’ve ever entertained the thought of joining the choir, but hesitated because of the difficulty of the pieces that our sanctuary choir sings, this new group may be for you. Chapel Choir is led by FBC's director of music, Esther Chang, and meets each Saturday at 11:30am for a 30 to 45-minute rehearsal. The music Esther chooses will be simpler in style and the choir will sing in worship only about once a month. This will give the new…

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Activities and Events for Middle School Fellowship (all events take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted): Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

Stop by before and after Worship to enjoy yummy breakfast muffins, great coffee and juice. The best part is enjoying new and longtime friends.

Seekers Class: Hosted by Kent Harrop, this class is in dialogue each week about a provocative 10 minute video by theologian and pastor, Rob Bell. A Bible study and lively discussion follows on how to understand and live out our faith. New participants are always welcome! This class meets in the staff conference room, on the main floor.  The Morning Café is also open during this time to grab your coffee!

Join us each Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. for worship in our Sanctuary! We are a Welcoming and Affirming congregation where ALL are welcome! Gathering together for times of worship offers us the opportunity to center ourselves in the midst of a busy world, to renew our strength, to respond to God’s loving and leading call to love the challenges before us. In worship, we find strength in one another, in our faith, in the scripture, and in our God.…

Following worship and coffee..... Sunday Morning Bible Study: This class, facilitated this year by John DeNardo, meets in the Mary Kuell Room on the lower level and enjoys lively discussions while studying a variety of texts, both biblical and academic. If you are looking for interesting study and discussion that can lead to new insight, this is the class for you. Faith Journey Class: This class explores the places and spaces where our lives and our faith and the scriptures…

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.

A meal will be served to anybody who needs it.

Our ministerial staff and leadership team meet weekly to ensure that communication is strong and that all aspects of the life and needs of the church are being attended to appropriately.

Lectio divina is Latin for “divine reading” and refers to the traditional Benedictine practice of scriptural reading, meditation and prayer intended to promote communion with God and to increase the knowledge of God’s Word. It does not treat Scripture as texts to be studied, but as the Living Word. These gatherings are open to all; new members are always welcome. The time opens with moments of quiet meditation and closes with the sharing of Communion. Schedule: Lectio Divina meets every…

JoyRingers is a youth handbell choir that meets each Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. and also performs in worship on selected Sundays throughout the year. This group is open to youth in Grade 4 and above and is under the direction of Music Director Esther Chang. Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Chang for rehearsals and performs during the worship hour on Sundays throughout the church year. Harborlight Ringers is open to new members and is a great way to learn or perfect handbell ringing techniques and skills! Contact Esther at ecredington@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

The Celebration Ringers handbell choir rehearses on Thursday evenings, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Contact our Music Director Esther Chang for more information.

The Sanctuary Vocal Choir meets weekly with Music Director Esther Redington for rehearsal and sings weekly in worship throughout the regular program year (September through June). Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

If you’ve ever entertained the thought of joining the choir, but hesitated because of the difficulty of the pieces that our sanctuary choir sings, this new group may be for you. Chapel Choir is led by FBC's director of music, Esther Chang, and meets each Saturday at 11:30am for a 30 to 45-minute rehearsal. The music Esther chooses will be simpler in style and the choir will sing in worship only about once a month. This will give the new…

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church.  

Activities and Events for Middle School Fellowship (all events take place from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted): Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please visit our youth fellowship page for the updated schedule of events for the group. New members are always welcome! Contact Rev. Julie Flowers with any questions or for more information.