First Baptist Church

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

Join us for a FREE showing of Coco outside at Beverly Common--drive-in style--on Friday, August 24 at 7:45pm. Bring blankets, chairs, snacks, friends, and family for this event. All are welcome! (Rain location is at First Baptist Church.) Then, feel free to join us on Sunday morning for a sermon inspired by the movie!   Future showings: Fri. August 31: A Bug's Life

Save a life by coming to First Baptist Church to donate blood!

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

Join us for this special service summer at Beverly Common! 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. Our worship life is…

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

Join us for a FREE showing of A Bug's Life outside at Beverly Common--drive-in style--on Friday, August 31 at 7:45pm. Bring blankets, chairs, snacks, friends, and family for this event. All are welcome! (Rain location is at First Baptist Church.) Then, feel free to join us on Sunday morning for a sermon inspired by the movie!

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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.…

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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!

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

Join us each Sunday morning at 11:00 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.…

We will head to the Blanchard Camp to catch up from our summers and kick-off another great upcoming year.

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

To kick off the new season, we will meet for dinner at Pam's house, followed by the meeting.

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

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.

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. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

We’ll begin the festivities in Wilbur Hall with a delicious family-style breakfast, served by our youth groups (suggested donation of $10 goes toward various church youth fellowship programs). After we’ll enjoy games, art activities, glitter tattoos, and fun for all ages. Finally, we’ll join together in worship to celebrate the beginning of our calendar year. Come on FBC, let’s rally!

Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Redington 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 with questions or for more information.

Regular monthly meeting of the church's Board of Trustees of the Endowment.

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.

Come on down to our famous rummage sale. So many great treasures waiting for you to discover.

Come on down to our famous rummage sale. So many great treasures waiting for you to discover.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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..... 11:30 a.m.: Adult Education (childcare provided) Adult Bible Study: We are studying Paul’s letter to the Galatians. Led by Beth Loughhead. We meet in the Mary Kuell room. Faith Journey Bible study: “What’s so amazing about Grace?”  Led by Gloria Stoneham and Kent Harrop. We meet in the staff conference room, main floor. Mae Patten: Led by Andrea Stackpole, this class studies the Scripture and other books, and discusses how it applies to our lives. We…

Come and make a joyful noise! Children/Youth should come to the Music Room immediately following worship, where they will have a chance to have a nut-free snack and practice their music for the following Sunday! Rehearsals last approximately 20-30 minutes.

JoyRingers is a youth handbell choir that meets each Wednesday at 6:15 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 Redington. Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Redington 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 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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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..... 11:30 a.m.: Adult Education (childcare provided) Adult Bible Study: We are studying Paul’s letter to the Galatians. Led by Beth Loughhead. We meet in the Mary Kuell room. Faith Journey Bible study: “What’s so amazing about Grace?”  Led by Gloria Stoneham and Kent Harrop. We meet in the staff conference room, main floor. Mae Patten: Led by Andrea Stackpole, this class studies the Scripture and other books, and discusses how it applies to our lives. We…

JoyRingers is a youth handbell choir that meets each Wednesday at 6:15 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 Redington. Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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!

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Redington 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 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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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..... 11:30 a.m.: Adult Education (childcare provided) Adult Bible Study: We are studying Paul’s letter to the Galatians. Led by Beth Loughhead. We meet in the Mary Kuell room. Faith Journey Bible study: “What’s so amazing about Grace?”  Led by Gloria Stoneham and Kent Harrop. We meet in the staff conference room, main floor. Mae Patten: Led by Andrea Stackpole, this class studies the Scripture and other books, and discusses how it applies to our lives. We…

JoyRingers is a youth handbell choir that meets each Wednesday at 6:15 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 Redington. Please contact Esther with questions or for more information.

Middle School Fellowship is open to all middle school aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

Senior High Fellowship is open to all senior high aged youth from Beverly and its surrounding communities! Please see http://fbcbeverly.wpengine.com/youth-fellowship/ 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.

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.

A free meal for those who need one is available each Tuesday at First Baptist Church. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*

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. Our Wednesday morning lectio divina gatherings are an opportunity for spiritual seekers and believers alike to come and spend time in community and in contemplation and reflection of God's word before…

The Harborlight Ringers adult bell choir meets weekly on Wednesday evenings with Music Director Esther Redington 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 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.

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. *Please note - Tuesday lunches are served at the White Whale, located on Hale Street, next door to the church.*