Events
FBC Year of Rest
2026
The year of 2026 stands before us as a year of rest and renewal, not as an end to ministry, but as a return to abiding more deeply in God's presence. After seasons of labor, God consistently calls His people to rest, just as He promises, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." (Ex 33:14)
You will find that we will be pulling back from some of our regular ministry events this year, such as Experience Christmas and Summer Music and Arts Camp. This doesn't mean we will never do them again, in fact, we plan to restart with refreshed energy and focus in 2027!
We look forward to enjoying a Sabbath-rest and hope you and your family will join us in it!
Night of Worship
Wednesday, June 3
6:00pm-7:15pm
People of all ages, including children, students, and adults, are invited to join us at the Student Center for a night of worship!❣️
This event is an opportunity for the entire FBC community to come together and focus on praising and honoring our worthy God. 🙏After the worship session, there will be a brief time of fellowship and snacks.
We would love for you to join us for this special evening.😄
(There will be no regularly scheduled Wed night activities - Awana, Youth Group, Wed. Prayer Meeting, etc. - so that everyone can attend! There will be childcare for infants to K4.)
Vacation Bible School: Emerald Crossing 2026
July 13-17, 2026
9am-12pm daily
For kids who've completed K4-6th grade.
In a world filled with worry and confusion, kids need to know there is a God who cares for them. At Emerald Crossing VBS, they’ll journey through Ireland’s lush landscapes, exploring the powerful words of Psalm 23. They’ll discover the life of the shepherd-king David and will learn how to cross from worry to peace, from fear to faith, and from uncertainty to a firm foundation in God’s Word through a relationship with the Good Shepherd.
Get your passport ready for Ireland and join the adventure!
Questions? Contact beth@fbcew.org
Registration opens May 1
Men's Bible Study
Sunday mornings
8:00 - 8:45am
Join Mitch Buckelew in the Bible Study Room for the Men's Bible Study.
The men are using the Man Church curriculum to study God's Word and encourage one another.
Men will discover what it means to be a disciple of Christ and be empowered to become who God created them to be. Get started today!
Questions? Contact us at staff@fbcew.org or 850-682-2544
Awana
Starts back August 20, 2025!
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Kids grades K3-6th grade are invited to join us for this amazing discipleship and evangelism program!
Kids will engage with the Gospel and build lifelong faith through Bible engagement, Scripture memorization, and leader-child relationships.
Our Awana program is free for those who need it, but if you are able to cover the cost of your child attending for the year, it costs us about $40/child.
Awana ís taking a break for the summer. Click the link to see fun kid's programs for the summer!
Contact beth@fbcew.org with questions.
Men's Small Group Bible Studies
Sunday mornings @ 7:45am
What if men were discipled in a format that was ideal for them, not women or children?
FBC Men's Ministry is using The Man Church curriculum in small groups to grow and disciple men in study and accountability groups that make a difference!
If you are interested in becoming a part of a group click the link to get plugged in!
Summer Reading Challenge:
Read America 250
Registration opens May 24
Challenge: June 14-July25
Get ready, kids 0-17! This summer, we're challenging you to dive into some amazing books from the FBC library!
Fill out the form (available in the church library), and you could win fantastic prizes!
Don't miss out on the awesome selection available in the church library—it's waiting you!
Click here to check out the pamphlet with all the exciting details.
Ready to join? Click below to register!
Got questions? We're here to help!
Wed Nite Blast: Summer Kids' Program
Wednesdays at 6pm-7pm
Starts June 10
Join us for Blast!, a summer program filled with fun activities for kids!
We will have Bible study, games, and snacks for children from K4-6th grade.
No need to register in advance, just come and have a great time with us!
Click here for a calendar with all of the dates for Blast! and other summer kids' activities
Got questions? Click below to email Beth for more info.
FUGE Camp 2026
June 22-26, 2026
Students 6th grade - 12th grade are invited to join us at FUGE camp at William Carey University in Hattiesburg MS.
Save your spot by making a deposit of $75 no later than October 19. Second $75 deposit due no later than December 17.
Limited spots available!
Reserve your spot for an awesome summer event your student will never forget!
Questions? Contact cmitchbuck@gmail.com for more info.
Kid's Choir
Sundays
5:00pm
Join us for an exciting adventure in Choir and Arts for kids in grades 1-6!
Our Kid’s Choir is a fantastic place for kids to discover amazing worship and singing skills, followed by a super fun time of art activities!
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Got questions? Reach out andrew@fbcew.org – we’re here to help!
The Kid's Choir is taking a break for the summer. They will restart again in the fall.
FBC Experience Sunday P.M.
Online on Sundays
6:30pm
Sunday Evening Bible Study is back in a new way! Led by Pastor Chuck Walthall and using tech, find your way to participate in worship on Sunday nights.
We're always told what to do, but we're seldom told how to do it. Experience Sunday P.M. will be focused on the application side of living our sacred life in a secular world.
You have the option to join in the conversation through a Zoom link or watch on YouTube (link below).
Questions? Contact Pastor Chuck (chuck@fbcew.org)
Student Ministry
Wednesday evenings @ 6:15pm
All youth are welcome! We have lots of exciting things planned and great Bible exploring to do!
Students will meet in our newly remodeled Student Center across from the main sanctuary.
Youth & College Girls: Summer Bible Study
Saturdays at 9:00am
May 30 - Aug 1
Hey there, all young women and college students! You are warmly invited to join us for a summer Bible study led by Brianna Hendricks. ❣️
We will be diving into "By Faith: A Study of Galatians." Our group will gather in the Student Center on Saturday mornings starting May 30th.
A recommended $10 donation would be greatly appreciated to help with the cost of the book. Hope to see you there!😃
VBS Volunteers 2026
July 13-17, 2026
9am-12pm daily
Volunteers! We need you to help us make this year's Vacation Bible School one of the best ever!
We can use help in many different areas: group guides, snacks, registration, and so much more. This year we will be exploring the powerful words of Psalm 23, showing kids that there is a God who cares for them.
You will BE a blessing as a volunteer in this year's VBS ... you will also RECEIVE a blessing by being a part of this important ministry outreach!
Questions? Contact beth@fbcew.org
Sign up to be a volunteer by clicking the link below!
In God We Trust : A Community Celebration of Faith & Freedom
Sunday, June 28
6:00pm at FBC
We are excited to join with our sister church, Pilgrim Rest Baptist, to celebrate the USA.
"In God We Trust" is a patriotic musical presentation with a combined community choir, a kids' choir, plus color guard, and powerful videos.
The whole celebration will be topped off with sno cones, snacks, and sparklers!
Fun for the whole family!!
(If you'd like to be a part of the community choir, click below for the practice schedule.)
If you have any questions contact Andrew Heathershaw at andrew@fbcew.org OR Loren Minnick at loren@prbc.church
Weekly Podcast Sunday Sermons
Every week
Are you a fan of listening to podcasts? Now you can listen to all of Pastor Stan's Sunday morning sermons on your favorite platform!
Click below to get to our Watch Page to find the podcast and then connect it to your platform of choice.
Open Doors Building Campaign
Starting Now!
Join us in the vision to bring financial freedom to First Baptist Crestview that will open doors to more ministry!
The goal is to pay off the building debt so there will be financial freedom to allow for more ministry, missions, and other outreach!
Pray about where God is leading you and give in person or online.
Questions? Contact us at staff@fbcew.org.
Grandmoms Prayer Group
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00am
Do your grandchildren need prayer? Connect with other grandmothers who pray for children and schools, impacting them for Christ in more than 150 countries.
Join us every Wednesday at 10am for a time of powerful prayer. Contact Mary Ann Sullivan for more details.
(Grandmoms in Prayer is taking a break for the summer. We will restart in the fall.)
