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Our mission is to become and help others become

fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

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In-Person

Modern Worship | 9AM
Traditional Worship | 11AM
Downtown Campus

Small Groups

Sundays | 10AM
Downtown Campus
Wednesdays | 6:15PM
Activity Center

Online

Livestreams at 9AM & 11AM
Past sermons available
on YouTube

This Week's Sermon

Date of Sermon:

Oct 18, 2026

9AM (Modern) & 11AM (Traditional)

What We Are Becoming

Exodus 35:20-29

Dr. Barrett Owen

Commitment Sunday was a sacred milestone, and the spiritual journey continues. This Sunday, we’ll consider how our response to God’s invitation is shaping who we’re becoming together. Rooted in Christ, we’re learning to trust, practice generosity, and carry our faith into an unfolding future. The lasting significance of Rooted and Built will include the love, courage, and faithfulness growing among us as we prepare to serve those who will follow.

A student pastor leading a group discussion

LIVESTREAM

Multiple Dates
Wed, Oct 14
CrossTraining
FBC Activity Center
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Oct 14, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
FBC Activity Center, 1939 Independence Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
CrossTraining is our Wednesday night fellowship opportunity held at our Activity Center located near the mall. We meet in small group courses that are different every semester. We have adult classes and programs for kids and students. All courses are open to the public!
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Thu, Oct 15
Senior Adults: Day Trip to Beaufort & Cape Lookout National Seashore
Meet at FBC Activity Center
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Oct 15, 2026, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Meet at FBC Activity Center, 1939 Independence Blvd #1939, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Cost - $25, which includes transportation, ferry tickets, and all admission costs. Meals will be on your own. Join us for a delightful day trip where you'll enjoy time by the waterfront, browse local shops, and enjoy lunch. Then we'll board a ferry for a scenic ride to Cape Lookout Lighthouse.
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Multiple Dates
Tue, Oct 20
Tuesday Noon Church
FBC Activity Center - Smith Hall
Oct 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
FBC Activity Center - Smith Hall, 1939 Independence Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
TNC is a time of fellowship, worship, and joy! We meet in Smith Hall at the Activity Center at noon. A home-cooked meal is prepared each week by cooking teams (cost is $5 – first-time guests are free). We share prayer requests and have a brief message led by Rev. Jennifer Brown.
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Tue, Oct 20
Fall Coaster Weaving Class
FBC Activity Center
Oct 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
FBC Activity Center, 1939 Independence Blvd #1939, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
You're invited to a fall coaster weaving class led by Linda Gurganus on Tuesday, October 20 at 2:00 PM at the FBC Activity Center. This class is open to all skill levels and completely free! Please RSVP by emailing Jennifer Brown (jbrown@fbcwilmington.org)
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Fri, Oct 23
Youth Fall Retreat
Fort Caswell
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Oct 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – Oct 25, 2026, 5:00 PM
Fort Caswell, 100 Caswell Beach Rd, Oak Island, NC 28465, USA
Cost - $120 The Fall Season brings in one of our most favorite times of the year: Fall Retreat! Retreat weekends are awesome and this one makes the first BIG opportunity for our entire group together.
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Multiple Dates
Sun, Oct 25
Kids Choir
FBC Activity Center
Oct 25, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
FBC Activity Center, 1939 Independence Blvd #1939, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Kids Choir will meet on Sundays at the Activity Center from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM with Mrs. Tracie! Kids Choir will perform on Sunday, November 22 in Traditional Worship at 11:00 AM and at our Night of Thanks at 5:00 PM. All 1st - 5th graders are invited to share in the joy of music!
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Sun, Nov 01
Line & Shag Dancing
First Baptist Church Activity Center Gym
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Nov 01, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
First Baptist Church Activity Center Gym, 1939 Independence Blvd #1939, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Grab your dancing shoes and head to the Activity Center on Nov. 1 as we have an evening of fun planned! We will have Line and Shag Dancing Instructors ready to lead us and help us find our rhythm in the gym. Dinner is $5 pay at the door (cash/check only)
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Fri, Nov 06
Whole Retreat - FULL
Trinity Center
Nov 06, 2026, 8:00 AM – Nov 08, 2026, 8:00 PM
Trinity Center, 618 Salter Path Rd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512, USA
Nov. 6-8, 2026 | Pine Knoll Shores, NC | Led by Barrett Owen and Jayne Davis | Cost $285 (double rooms) or $330 (single rooms) We are Whole. Our brokenness does not define or diminish us. The lovely and the unlovely of our lives are held gently in the hands of the One who makes all things new.
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Fri, Dec 18
Senior Adults: Brookgreen Gardens
Meet at the FBC Activity Center
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Dec 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Meet at the FBC Activity Center, 1939 Independence Blvd #1939, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
We will see Brookgreen Gardens come to life amid the soft glow of more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights. Please dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes. RSVPs must be made by Dec. 4! Cost - $30, which includes your admission and round-trip transportation.
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