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What a joy to extend an invitation to you to learn more about the mission and ministry of First Baptist Redlands! The spiritual quest arises from a deep yearning within us to be connected—connected to God, to companions for the journey, to people in need whom we can help, to the larger world with all its beauty and wonder, and to our best selves. Churches at their best help people discover and explore these connections. I invite you to come be our guest and discover some new connections that can nourish your spirit and help you connect with the God who is reaching out to you. If I can be of help or encouragement, do not hesitate to contact me.

Parents are invited to bring their children into the worship service or to our children's programs.

OUR SERVICES ARE OPEN TO ALL Many who worship with us are seekers desiring to learn more about the Christian faith. Our pastors welcome people's questions and honor their doubts. We celebrate the diverse ways God works in people's lives, and we respect the uniqueness of each individual.

1 WORSHIP SERVICE AT 9:30 A.M. ON SUNDAY MORNINGS DURING THE SUMMER
(June 20 through Sept. 5, 2010)
Summer worship services begin at 9:30 a.m. and combine elements and styles from our music ministries.

2 DIFFERENT WORSHIP EXPERIENCES ON SUNDAY MORNINGS FROM
FALL through SPRING
(September 12 - June 12, 2011)
The music in our informal 8:30 a.m. service is led by young adults from our congregation and may be best characterized as contemporary, thoughtful, and reflective.

Every Sunday we celebrate communion, inviting all who desire to partake of the bread and cup of Christ's table.

The music in the 11:00 a.m. service is led by the Chancel Choir with organ and piano accompaniment. Drawing from both the great hymns of the faith and more contemporary expressions of faith, we celebrate being rooted in a rich history that empowers to explore and experiment. We celebrate communion in the 11:00 a.m. service the first Sunday of each month.

On November 13, 1887, with thirteen members, the First Baptist Church of Redlands was organized. The rest, one could say, is history, but it is more than simply the chronology of events.
Generations of men, women, and children have participated in and contributed to the growth and vitality of the church’s mission and ministry. Their stories reveal the power of God’s grace to transform and renew. We do not take the heritage we share as a congregation lightly. This legacy not only encourages us to be good stewards of what we have received, but to see what we do today as the foundation on which future generations will build. First Baptist is a growing faith community that stretches back through the decades and reaches out into a future filled with great hope and expectation. Read more.

We want to support you wherever you are on your faith journey. Learn more..

- View a Typical Sunday Schedule
- Opportunities to Grow
- Meet Our Church Staff
Come comfortably dressed in the style that best helps you open your hearts and minds to God’s presence in worship. Whether you come wearing a suit, tie, bolo tie, shorts, T-shirt, hat, long sleeve dress, jeans, shoes, or sandals, we hope that you will be open to experience Jesus’ transforming love and be empowered to extend this love to others. Our ministers often wear robes (particularly in the 11:00 a.m. service) when leading worship to signify that they speak not simply out of their own integrity and knowledge, but out of the call of God and the church as faithful servants.

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As we gather together for worship, we open our lives to God's renewing, creative love. We focus our attention on the life of Jesus and his continuing presence in our hearts and world. We are challenged to consider our own lives and how God is calling us to grow and serve, discovering eternal joy in our everyday lives.

As we worship, music helps us experience God’s presence, opening our hearts and minds to the love, faith, and hope that can empower us to live as God's children. The teaching of the Scripture focuses our attention on Christ’s gracious invitation to live, grow, and serve as a child of God. And opportunities for prayer and mediation allow us to quiet our hearts so that we might hear God speak to us amid our dreams, hurts, fears, doubts, joys, hopes and needs.

Like you, we are concerned about the deeper meaning of our lives. We know all life’s answers do not come neatly prepackaged and that life can be very difficult. We also have discovered that God comes to us as we are, honoring our doubts, healing our hurts, and offering us new courage. So together we study, share, and explore – seeking God’s best for our lives and world. As followers of Christ, we challenge and encourage one another to receive each day as a gift from God for embracing others in joy and allowing God’s love to transform our lives and world. With all the many opportunities to Connect Grow & Serve, you will have an abundance of opportunities to build relationships and become involved. Lasting friendships arise as we serve together, sharing the love of God with neighbors next door and around the world. The First Baptist Redlands Family shares in over a century of service. We invite you to become part of this great and significant tradition

We want to support you wherever you are on your faith journey. Visitors are always welcomed. You do not need a Baptist background to grow with us. If you are looking for a church home, we will accept your transfer of membership from any Christian church. If you are beginning anew your Christian journey, we will help provide a good start. People are received into the membership of FBC Redlands on the basis of their desire to follow Christ and their commitment to support the ongoing mission God has given us as a congregation both locally and globally.

Wherever you are on your faith journey, whether you are just beginning your faith journey, or have been following Jesus since childhood, we will help provide a foundation that will encourage you to grow in your love for God and neighbors near and far. Together we will discover and explore the excitement of a growing and active faith. Our pastors are available to answer any questions you might have about church membership and the meaning of Christ for your life.

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SUMMER SCHEDULE (June 20 - September 5, 2010)
9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Summer worship services begin at 9:30 a.m. and combine the elements and styles from both our 8:30 and 11:00 services. In addition to nursery and toddler care, children four years old through third grade are invited to a special children’s program. Children in 3rd grade through 5th grades are invited to our Junior Disciples Program.
Click here for Children's Ministries Sunday morning opportunities.

ADULT SUMMER SUNDAY STUDY
“Sermon Talk Back”
10:50 – 11:50 a.m. in the Lounge
Join us for an opportunity to have a discussion with Pastor Bob or Pastor Erin on the sermon of the morning.
Bring your questions and comments regarding what the sermon evokes in you.
This is a way for the sermon to be an interactive event of the congregation.

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FALL - SPRING SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE (September 12, 2010 - June 12, 2011)
Click here for FBCR Building Site Map

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Early Casual Worship Service
The music of our early Sunday worship service is led by young adults from our congregation using piano, guitar, bass, and other instruments. The style is informal yet contemporary, thoughtful, and reflective. Every Sunday we celebrate communion, inviting all who desire to partake of the bread and cup of Christ's table. Sanctuary Building
Bible & Breakfast (Ages 4 to 2nd Grade)
A special time for our children to experience the love of Jesus and the importance of expressing his love to others through worship, Bible stories, and singing. A light breakfast is served. Arts & Craft Room (top floor of the Education Building)

9:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m. & 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages. Adults, Youth, and Children.

9:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Cherub Choir (ages 4 to Kindergarten) Mezzanine Classroom (halfway up the stairs of the Education Building)

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Carol Choir (1st to 5th Grade) Adult Choir Room (Sanctuary Building basement)

10:30 a.m.
Fellowship Church Patio
Chancel Choir Rehearsal Adult Choir Room (Sanctuary Building basement)

11:00 a.m.
Worship Service with Chancel Choir and Organ
The music in our later service is led by the Chancel Choir. The pipe organ and piano are the primary instruments used in this service, which is more traditional in style but also incorporates a blend of the contemporary. Sanctuary Building
Bible & Brunch (Ages 4 to 2nd Grade)
A special time for our children to experience the love of Jesus and the importance of expressing his love to others through worship, Bible stories, and singing. A light brunch is served. Arts & Craft Room (top floor of the Education Building)

12:20 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Youth Ministries BYF Program (6th-12th Grades): Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. Learn more
Please contact Pastor Erin for more information.

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On November 13, 1887, with thirteen members,The First Baptist Church of Redlands was organized. The rest, one could say, is history, but it is more than simply the chronology of events. Generations of men, women, and children have participated in and contributed to the growth and vitality of the church’s mission and ministry. Their stories reveal the power of God’s grace to transform and renew. We do not take the heritage we share as a congregation lightly. This legacy not only encourages us to be good stewards of what we have received, but to see what we do today as the foundation on which future generations will build. First Baptist is a growing faith community that stretches back through the decades and reaches out into a future filled with great hope and expectation.

Since 1887, The First Baptist Church of Redlands has been a beacon of hope and renewal for people across the East Valley and beyond. Known through the years for our strong local ministries, First Baptist seeks to be a responsible partner with people all across the globe. In recent years, this commitment to the local community and the world has been demonstrated by the creation of the Mustard Seed Tutorial Center in Redlands and by a partnership with a church and school in La Concepcion, Nicaragua, sponsoring dental and work teams to serve in this impoverished community.

The First Baptist Church of Redlands was instrumental in the creation of the Christian Counseling Service of Redlands, the building of Casa de la Vista retirement community, and the founding of the University of Redlands. Newton Fields, the first President of the University, was, in fact, the pastor of First Baptist. Today, the church is committed to an embracing, holistic, global ministry. Our goal is to invite and challenge people to grow in faith, hope, and love—discovering God’s best in Christ. As stated in the church’s mission statement, First Baptist is committed to sharpening the mind, widening the heart, and deepening the spirit as it invites people to together.

The First Baptist Church of Redlands blends the traditional and the contemporary. The deep roots of its tradition allow First Baptist to experiment with the new yet have a profound respect for the old with an openness of meeting today’s needs.

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