WHO WE ARE

WE WANT TO WELCOME YOU

WE ARE A COMMUNITY
OF BELIEVERS

First Baptist is nestled in Williamsburg, KY which is near Appalachia, the Cumberland Falls, and only a stone’s throw from University of the Cumberlands. 

At FBC we are diverse. From suits to shorts. From flip flops to heels. From young to older. From sitting up top to sitting on the bottom. From sitting left, center, right. We are democrats and republicans. We are hunters and vegetarians. From a worship style that is conservative to contemporary, or as you kids may say old school and new school. We are imperfect, walkers, runners, hikers, etc. At UC, we are professors, administrators, coaches, presidents. We are doctors, lawyers, dentists, gardeners, teachers, track coaches and smooth talking salesmen. 

You will find us at the grocery store, W. D. Bryant’s, the post office, the pharmacy, getting gas, football games. We are Williamsburg Jackets, Whitley Colonels, Wildcats, Patriots, Hilltoppers, EKU Colonels, and Vols. We are fans of all kinds. We love our sports. We are pianos, organs, solos, and now a worship team and a choir with big voices. We are potlucks, Wednesday nights, baptisms, Lord’s suppers. We are missions – overseas and across the street. We have an opportunity for you to serve. 

Most importantly, we are loving. It is an experience I love every Sunday at 11:00 am. To quote Miranda Lambert, “Since the beginning, to keep the world spinning, it takes all kinds of kinds.” (Thank you, Tommy Nighbert, for such a wonderful expression of who we at First Baptist are.)

WE DESIRE TO LIVE LIFE
"ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN."

We believe that the church is a gift of God that allows us to partner together as we celebrate God's Kingdom here and now. This means growing through Sunday morning worship, weekly discipleship, and serving our community. But it also means gathering for meals, celebrating life's highs and lows, and finding real connection. As we do all of this together, we are grow with each other and grow closer to God. 

What we believe
MEET OUR TEAM

OUR MINISTRY TEAM

WHAT WE BELIEVE

As a historic Baptist congregation, we value the autonomy of the local church and the freedom of the individual believer. With that in mind, the following statements represent the core beliefs that unite us as a congregation. We believe that we don’t always have to agree on every detail, but we are called to always work together in love and grace.

We are a diverse community, but there is a common thread which brings us together: 

There is one living and true God, who is all-knowing, all-powerful, and present everywhere. He reveals Himself to us as a Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (Psalm 90:2, 2 Corinthians 13:14)

God the Father provides for, loves, and disciplines His children. He is the ultimate authority and freely offers His grace to all who come to Him through faith in Christ. (Matthew 7:11, Romans 8:14-15, Ephesians 4:6)

Jesus Christ is the Son of God, both fully human and fully divine. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people. He rose from the dead after three days and ascended to Heaven, where He reigns with the Father. He will return one day, and until then, He lives in the hearts of all believers. (Isaiah 9:6, Romans 1:3-4, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Philippians 2:5-11, Colossians 1:15-20)

The Holy Spirit lives within every Christian to inspire, guide, convict of sin, and empower us with spiritual gifts to do the work of the church. (John 14:15-17, John 16:7-13, Romans 8:1-17, Galatians 5:25)

The Bible is God’s inspired word and the final authority for our faith and life. It is the true and complete story of God’s love and plan for humanity. We look to it for teaching, guidance, correction, and training. (Psalm 119:105, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21)

Salvation is God’s free gift of grace, reconciling us to Himself. We receive this gift by acknowledging our need for a Savior, turning from sin, and placing our faith in Jesus Christ as Lord. This relationship with God, once established, is eternal and secure. (John 3:16, John 14:6, Romans 10:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Peter 1:3-5)

Baptism by immersion is a public, outward expression of a personal, inward commitment to Christ. It is a powerful symbol of Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection and a believer’s new life in Him. (Matthew 28:19, Acts 2:41-42, Romans 6:3-11)

The Lord’s Supper is a symbolic remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice. The bread and the cup represent His body and blood, offered for our salvation. We participate in this observance monthly to remember His great love for us. (Matthew 26:26-29, 1 Corinthians 11:23-29)The Church The Church is the body of Christ—a community of believers with diverse gifts and talents. Our mission is to worship God, pray, practice stewardship, share the Good News, disciple one another, serve our community, and engage in missions. (Acts 2:42, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Ephesians 2:19-22, Colossians 1:18)

PARTNERSHIPS

MINISTRY PARTNERS

As a historically Baptist congregation, we are considered dually-aligned for our missions giving partnerships. These organizations allow us to partner with other churches in the desire to further Christ’s call to make disciples of all nations. 

On a state level, we partner with Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Kentucky.

On a national level, we partner with the Southern Baptist Convention.