Events

Experience Christmas 2025
Saturday, December 6
5:00 - 8:00 pm
We are beyond excited for this year's Annual Experience Christmas!
Get ready to dive into a festive celebration that the whole family will love! Outside, you'll be enchanted by our live nativity with real animals, dazzling lights, and actual SNOW!
Step inside to marvel at our extraordinary Christmas tree display complete with stunning stained-glass windows and hundreds of beautifully lit and decorated trees - it's an awe-inspiring experience that truly captures the wonder of the season!
Next, you stroll through our breezeway where you’ll encounter the enchanting "Walk to the Manger" and be amazed by our breathtaking "Snowflake Hallway."
In the sanctuary, feel free to linger and soak in the live music, including Christmas carols, handbell choir performances, drama, and so much more! Don’t forget to exit through our foyer for complimentary refreshments and a chance to win a fabulous door prize!
FBC's Experience Christmas is undoubtedly Crestview's Best Christmas Tradition the whole family will love!

Christams Eve Candlelight Service
Wednesday, December 24
6:00pm
We invite you to attend our worshipful Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Wednesday, December 24 at 6:00pm.
This special occasion offers a meaningful opportunity for families to gather and reflect on the true significance of Christmas.
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Men's Bible Study
Sunday mornings
7:45 - 8:45am
Join Mitch Buckelew in the Bible Study Room for the Men's Bible Study.
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The men are using the Man Church curriculum to study God's Word and encourage one another.
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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!
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Questions? Contact us at staff@fbcew.org or 850-682-2544
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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.
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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.
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Click here to see our Theme Night Calendar! Participate in Theme Nights for extra Awana Bucks!
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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?
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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!
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If you are interested in becoming a part of a group click the link to get plugged in!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Wednesday Prayer Service
6:00pm
Join us in the sanctuary as Pastor Stan leads us in a time of prayer and scripture study.
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You can also access Pastor Stan's studies on our YouTube channel.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Christmas Concert: Jason Lovins Band
Sunday, December 7 @ 10:30am
We are excited to welcome the Jason Lovins Band to lead us in worship on Sunday, December 7 at 10:30am.
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Jason Lovins Band combines a rich heritage of gospel and country music with contemporary worship. Connecting with audiences of all ages, Jason and the band share how God is constant in life's mountain-tops and valley-lows.
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We invite you to join us for this special worship concert. A love offering will received.
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Kingdom Kids Children's Church
Starting Sunday January 11
during 10:30 am worship service
Join us for an exciting adventure at Kingdom Kids Children's Church for children in grades K-4!
Kicking off on Sunday January 11, we’ll gather every Sunday during the morning worship service. After Sunday School, the fun will start in the KidZone room on the 2nd floor, where kids will enjoy games, songs, and inspiring Bible lessons!
Parents can swing by upstairs after the morning worship to pick up their little ones!
We're thrilled to have Barrett Williams leading this vibrant new ministry so don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

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!
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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.
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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.
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You have the option to join in the conversation through a Zoom link or watch on YouTube (link below).
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Questions? Contact Pastor Chuck (chuck@fbcew.org)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Student Ministry
Wednesday evenings @ 6:15pm
All youth are welcome! We have lots of exciting things planned and great Bible exploring to do!
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Students will meet in our newly remodeled Student Center across from the main sanctuary.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Sunday Morning Worship
10:30am
Worship services are held in the sanctuary on Sundays at 10:30am. You are welcome to come just as you are!
If you are unable to join us in person, you can find us on YouTube every Sunday and Wednesday.
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Ornament Exchange and Christmas Dinner
Monday, December 15
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a delightful gathering filled with great company and delicious food!
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Please bring a wrapped ornament to participate in our exciting ornament exchange game. You’ll leave with a lovely new decoration for your tree!
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We also ask everyone to bring a side dish or dessert to share; the main meal will be provided.
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Free childcare services will be available, so please indicate your child(ren)’s details when you register if you require those services.
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We kindly request a $5 donation to support the Ladies’ Ministry and their upcoming events. Your contribution is greatly appreciated!
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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.
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Save your spot by making a deposit of $75 no later than October 19. Second $75 deposit due no later than December 17.
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Limited spots available!
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Reserve your spot for an awesome summer event your student will never forget!
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Questions? Contact cmitchbuck@gmail.com for more info.
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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!
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Click below to get to our Watch Page to find the podcast and then connect it to your platform of choice.
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Open Doors Building Campaign
Starting Now!
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Join us in the vision to bring financial freedom to First Baptist Crestview that will open doors to more ministry!
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The goal is to pay off the building debt so there will be financial freedom to allow for more ministry, missions, and other outreach!
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Pray about where God is leading you and give in person or online.
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Questions? Contact us at staff@fbcew.org.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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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.
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Join us every Wednesday at 10am for a time of powerful prayer. Contact Mary Ann Sullivan for more details.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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All grandmothers or praying women are welcome!
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Bible Study Small Groups
9:00 am
We offer Bible Study Small Groups for every age-group and season of life. Wherever you are in your spiritual growth, there is a home and fellowship waiting....
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Click below for more information about small group options.​​​​​​​
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