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Welcome Home

Mind. Body. Spirit.

Our desire is for you and everyone in your family to connect, find purpose, and grow in your relationship with God and others. We offer two weekend worship services, both include engaging music and Bible-based teaching with life application. There are opportunities throughout the week for you to grow in the community and partner with others to make a difference.

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Whether it’s your first time attending church or you’ve attended church for years… you are welcome here!

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Sunday Services

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Modern Worship
Sunday 9:00AM

Led by our Worship Band and Ministers, our Modern Worship service features contemporary worship music and is designed to connect worshippers with their faith in engaging and dynamic ways. 

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Sunday School
Sunday 10:00AM

Small groups are the place where relationships are formed, prayers are shared, and lives are shaped as we look to God, scripture and to

one another for encouragement

and guidance.

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Traditional Worship
Sunday 11:00AM

Led by our Chancel Choir, Organist, and Ministers, our Traditional Worship service is a reverent and timeless experience designed with hymns, litanies, and prayers that honor the rich heritage of worship. 

Planning Your Visit

We are located in historic downtown Wilmington on the corner of 5th and Market Streets (near the fountain and the Bellamy Mansion).

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Parking is available along the streets and offices adjacent to the church building. There are handicap spaces in our parking lot behind the church. There is also parking in the garage below the JoAnne Carter Harrelson Center off of 4th Street.

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Street parking is free on Sundays, but parking deck dues are enforced 24/7. 

Upcoming Events

For a full list of our church-wide events, visit our events page.

  • New Members Class: First Steps
    New Members Class: First Steps
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Jan 18
    Downtown - Office Suites
    Jan 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Downtown - Office Suites, 411 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
    Thinking about joining First Baptist? Want to know more? Let’s chat! This class is for prospective members who haven't joined FBC yet. No sign up necessary.
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  • Forgiven Retreat
    Forgiven Retreat
    Fri, Feb 06
    Trinity Center
    Feb 06, 2026, 12:00 PM – Feb 08, 2026, 12:00 PM
    Trinity Center, 618 Salter Path Rd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512, USA
    Join us for our first Forgiven retreat. Set aside this time to quiet your mind and open your spirit to God’s presence. Reflect on God’s deep love for you and discover the freedom and peace of being forgiven. Read more on the retreats page under the Spiritual Formation header.
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