The Church You've Been Looking For
In the fall of 2004, First Baptist members began worshiping in a beautiful new sanctuary. The lower floor of the new worship center seats 825 and there are 325 additional seats in a balcony. The worship center is part of a new 34,500 square foot building, containing, in addition to the new worship center, new church offices, additional Sunday School classrooms, and a large youth wing.
First Baptist has grown dramatically since 1948, when, what was to become First Baptist, was established as a mission. In that first year, 109 people were enrolled in Sunday School. In 1950 the mission became the First Baptist Church of Sherwood, with 44 charter members. The first permanent buildings were completed in 1958. By 1968 a new 300-seat sanctuary building was completed. From 1970-1980, there were additions which included educational spaces and the fellowship hall. A two-story, 22,000 square foot education building was completed in 1994. Membership has grown from those first 44 charter members in 1950 to a membership of well over 1000.
The First Baptist Church of Sherwood:
-- Is a friendly church
A warm, friendly welcome awaits you at First Baptist Church. We care about you!
-- Is a Bible teaching church
The Bible is proclaimed from the pulpit and a complete ministry of love is provided for you and your family.
-- Is a ministering church
We have active, growing Sunday School and Christian Training Programs; an exciting and alive youth program; mission organizations with a world vision; and graded music programs. There is a place of service for everyone.
-- Is a growing church
We are evangelistic in our outreach, with a concern for every person. It is our goal for our church and its organizations to grow numerically and spiritually. First Baptist is acknowledged as the fastest growing Baptist church in Arkansas!
-- Is an education-centered church
A caring and capable staff of teachers and workers is provided in all church organizations.
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