Welcome to First Baptist Church St. Simons Island!

We’re so glad that you have chosen to worship and grow with us. We invite you to attend our Sunday services and find community in our Ministries and Classes for adults, youth, and children.

Sunday Worship Services

We look forward to you joining us in worship! After your first service, please see us at the Welcome Center for a gift as you leave the sanctuary.

  • The Early Worship Service at First Baptist Church on St. Simons Island, held every Sunday at 8:30 AM, offers a welcoming environment for both locals and visitors. This service includes traditional hymns, prayer, readings of scripture, and a Morning Message.

    Childcare is available for Pre-K and under during worship.

  • Join us in Fellowship Hall to visit with our community, make new friends, and enjoy morning beverages and snacks.

  • Our Sunday School Classes for adults and children Pre-K to 12th grade take place at 9:30 AM in designated classrooms. Sunday School Teachers offer an engaging lesson each week and care for infants and toddlers.

    See details about Sunday School Classes below.

  • Our Traditional Worship Service is held every Sunday at 10:30 AM and offers a welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors. This service features traditional hymns with a full choir, prayers, readings of scripture, a children’s message, a morning message, and a sermon.

    Children K-5th grade may attend our children’s choir and worship during the 10:30 AM service.

    Childcare is available for Pre-K and under during worship.

Adult Ministries and Classes

Adult Sunday School Classes Sundays 9:30 AM

Adult Sunday School - Men & Women ages 30s to 70s
Led by Nick Doster

Young Professionals Sunday School
Led by Drs. Lauren and Justin Whitley

Lighting the Way - Men & Women ages 50s to 80s
Led by Tom Smyth

Love, Joy, Laughter - Class Men & Women ages 50s to 80s
Led by Al Brown

Flexer Class - Men & Women ages 50s & up
Led by Bruce Flexer

JOY Class - Women ages 60s & up
Led by Carolyn Pipkin

Friendship Finders Class Women ages 60s & up
Led by Nancy Bryson

Adult Ministries & Programs

Wednesday night activities do not take place in June, July, and August.

  • Join our Men’s Prayer Group at Sweet Mama’s every Tuesday at 7:00 AM for fellowship, prayer requests, and discussion.

  • Enjoy exercising with others in this fun fitness class for all ages and mobility levels. Exercises are conducted from your seat with music and an encouraging coach.

  • Join us in the gym to play Pickleball for all levels.

  • Women of the Word (W.O.W.) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM for a dinner fellowship with a Bible study, devotion, or testimony. Women of all ages are invited!

  • Just Older Youth (J.O.Y.), led by the Jordan team, is a group for adults 55 and older who want to gather for fun and fellowship. This group offers a variety of activities and is a great way to meet new people and make great friends.

     

  • Meet with friends and enjoy dinner in fellowship with our congregation.

  • Prayer requests may be shared in a welcoming and caring environment.

  • Join us each Wednesday evening during the school year at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for inspiring, interactive, multi-media Bible studies led by Senior Pastor Rev. Rob James that includes activities for the entire family.

    Beginning February 19th, Rev. James will be leading us through the book of Hebrews as we learn to “Hold Fast to God” to attain and apply faith and hope within the messiness of our lives.

  • All are welcome to join our choir which rehearses Wednesdays at 6:45 PM and performs during the Sunday 10:30 AM service. If you are interested in joining, please email music@fbcssi.org.

Children’s & Youth Ministries

Children’s & Youth Ministries

Wednesday night activities do not take place in June, July, and August.

  • Childcare is available for Pre-K and under during our 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM worship services.

    Care rooms are located at the Preschool entrance off Demere Road.

  • K-2nd Grades Led by Brent Hanson & Anne Packard in Treasure Island Rm 215.

    3rd-5th Grades Led by Jan Crumbliss & Jill Gill Research in Lab Rm 212.

    6th-12th Grades led by T.J. & Betsy Andrews in Rm 237.

  • Children's Choir meets immediately after the Children's sermon in the 10:30 AM Worship Service and ends at 11:45 AM. We "make a joyful noise unto the Lord" upstairs in the Sanctuary-by-the-Sea classroom, RM 211. All children in grades K-5 are welcome to join us!

    Wednesday Night 6:00 PM-6:45 PM Children’s Activities and Mission Adventures in the Gym, Christian Life Center, and the Children’s Wing.

    Vacation Bible School (VBS) June 23 - 27, 9 AM - 12 PM. Join us for Magnified! To Register, click HERE.

  • Youth & Adult Interactive Bible Study - Join us each Wednesday evening during the school year at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for inspiring, interactive, multi-media Bible studies led by Senior Pastor Rev. Rob James that includes activities for the entire family.

    Beginning February 19th, Rev. James will be leading us through the book of Hebrews as we learn to “Hold Fast to God” to attain and apply faith and hope within the messiness of our lives.

    Nerf & Nachos - Sunday Night, March 23, 2025 in the Gym and Christian Life Center. Our gym will be converted to a massive Nerf Battlefield! There will be nachos, prizes and a testimony from Rev. James. This is a free event for youth from 5th - 12th grade.

For more information, fill out our Interest Form below.

Ministry/Group/Class Interest Form

Interested in joining a ministry, group, or class? Complete the brief form below to receive details.