Abundant Life Singles Pizza & Bowling
Come join the Abundant Life Singles Ministry for a night of pizza and bowling on Friday, January 24. We will meet at 6:00 PM at CiCi's Pizza, at 493 Richard Jackson Blvd, Ste. 523, Panama City, FL 32407. We will then travel over to Rock'it Lanes for bowling.
For any questions please reach out to Associate Pastor Alex Gentili.
Lord's Supper
Join us as we observe the Lord's Supper on Sunday, January 26 at 5 PM in the Worship Center. Please register below if you need childcare. Registration will close on Sunday, January 19.
SHARE Outreach
Come join us for SHARE Outreach as we make visits to those who have recently visited our church as well as ministry visits to our members. Dinner begins at 5:30 PM, with Visitation at 6:00 PM, Fellowship Hall. We will be having hot dogs with chili for dinner.
If you have been thinking of getting involved in Evangelism and Outreach, now is the time to give SHARE Outreach a try!
CARE Ministry Team
CARE Ministry Teams meet on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM to pray, read Scripture, write cards, visit retirement homes, and visit homebound members. Team members return to the church campus following ministry to enjoy fellowship and lunch together at 11:30 AM.
Child Dedication
Child Dedication is a very special day, as Christian parents dedicate their young children to the Lord and commit to raising them in His love and instruction. It is also a time when the church commits to support members in this important commission.
If you are led to participate, please complete the online registration form by Sunday, January 26.
2025 Reformation Tour Of Germany Travel Meeting
If you are interested in going on our Reformation Tour to Germany in October, please attend this meeting to discuss the trip on Sunday, February 2, right after the Morning Worship Service in the Chapel. We will discuss all aspects of the trip and answer any questions you may have.
First Students Bible Study
Invite your friends and join us on Sunday, February 2 for Bible Study at 5 PM in the Student Building (grades 6-12). Dinner will be provided.
First Families Date Night
We’re excited to invite you to our next First Families Ministry event on Friday, February 7 – it’s Date Night!
Join us in the Family Life Center from 6-8 PM for a night filled with fun, fellowship, and food! This is the perfect opportunity to connect with your spouse and fellowship with other amazing couples in our community. This event is designed for couples aged 20-55.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Ties & Tiaras: Father Daughter Ball
Enjoy a night filled with dinner, crafts, dancing, and a biblical view of what is expected in a healthy father daughter relationship. Any father figure (uncle, grandparent, friend) is welcome to attend with the child. This is for ages 4 years old - 5th grade.
Cost is $15 per couple and $5 for an additional daughter or friend. Please RSVP by Sunday, February 2.
The Man Church Conference
Experience powerful worship, dynamic preaching, and meaningful fellowship at The Man Church Conference on February 21 & 22, 2025. Don't miss this opportunity for spiritual growth! Use code pcb15 to get $15 off.
Kids Camp 2025
We are so excited to have fun together and to grow in our faith at this amazing Kids Camp! Registration for 3rd-5th Graders only (completed grade by camp) opens January 9 through March 5. If there are spots available after March 5, we will open registration to 2nd Graders through April 9.
Cost is $280 per camper and $265 for the second camper in the same family. Deadline for that price is March 5 for 3rd-5th Grade and April 9 for 2nd Grade. If there is space available after your grades deadline, the cost will be $320 per camper. There are only 40 camper spots. Final registration deadline is June 13.
Please complete BOTH the Butter & Egg Waiver AND the FBC Medical Release Form after you register online.
2025 Reformation Tour Of Germany
Discipleship and Missional travel are two of the most exciting and fruitful ways to grow in Christ and to fulfill the Great Commission! You will have the opportunity to do both when First Baptist Church travels to Europe for the Reformation Tour of Germany in October 2025!
The Protestant Reformation changed the course of biblical theology and practice and changed the course of church history. Visit the historic church buildings, beautiful cities, lush forests, and charming countryside of Germany. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
Please contact Associate Pastor David Hecht for further information (dhecht@firstbaptistpc.com).
CARE Ministry Team
Due to the frigid weather forecast for Tuesday, January 21, CARE Ministry Team has been cancelled. Please join us again on Tuesday, January 28!
SHARE Outreach
Due to the frigid weather forecast for Monday, January 20, SHARE Outreach has been cancelled. Please join us again on Monday, January 27!
First Students Bible Study
Invite your friends and join us on Sunday, January 19 for Bible Study at 5 PM in the Student Building (grades 6-12). Dinner will be provided.
CARE Ministry Team
CARE Ministry Teams meet on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM to pray, read Scripture, write cards, visit retirement homes, and visit homebound members. Team members return to the church campus following ministry to enjoy fellowship and lunch together at 11:30 AM.
SHARE Outreach
SHARE Outreach is starting back January 13! Come join us as we make visits to those who have recently visited our church as well as ministry visits to our members. Dinner begins at 5:30 PM, with Visitation at 6:00 PM, Fellowship Hall. We will be having chicken and rice soup with corn bread for dinner.
If you have been thinking of getting involved in Evangelism and Outreach, now is the time to give SHARE Outreach a try!
PrimeTimers' 55+ Luncheon
Don't miss the PrimeTimers’ 55+ Luncheon on Thursday, January 9 at 10:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall as Associate Pastor David Hecht shares 'A Living Hope' 1 Peter 1:3-9. Enjoy warm fellowship, a delicious meal, Spirit-led worship, and an inspiring New Year's message.
Spring Discipleship Semester
Get ready for an exciting and enriching Spring Discipleship semester at First Baptist Church Panama City! This is your chance to deepen your relationship with Jesus and connect with fellow Believers in a meaningful way. We are thrilled to offer over 25 dynamic classes led by inspiring Biblical Leaders. Whether you’re interested in Financial Peace University, exploring ways to grow in your marriage and improve as a parent, or diving into a verse-by-verse study of a book of the Bible, there’s something for everyone!
Mark your calendars—the Spring Discipleship semester kicks off the week of January 8 and runs until the week of May 14! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow and thrive in your faith. Let us help you find a great Discipleship class to connect with others and grow spiritually!
Spring Discipleship Open House
We’re excited to help you connect with one of our Spring Discipleship classes! A fantastic way to get involved is by attending our Spring Discipleship Open House.
Join us on Sunday, December 29, and Sunday, January 5! We’ll have tables set up in the Atrium before and after the Worship service, offering you the perfect opportunity to meet our amazing teachers, explore the different classes, and find the right group for you!
Getting involved in a Discipleship class at First Baptist Church Panama City can be one of the most rewarding experiences, and we can’t wait to help you take that step at our Discipleship Open House! Don’t miss out on this chance to dive deeper into your faith and community. See you there!
Christmas Eve Service
We would love to invite you, your family and friends to join us this Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. Jesus came to give us hope, peace, joy and love. This is glorious news worth celebrating!
First Young Adults Christmas Carols & Hot Cocoa
Join us for a festive evening filled with Christmas carols, gingerbread house decorating, and warm hot chocolate! We'll meet at 600 Jenks Ave on December 18 at 7:30 PM! Let's celebrate this season together!
A Churchwide Christmas Celebration
This Christmas season, we invite you to gather with us for a special Churchwide Christmas Celebration! Bring your family and friends to enjoy an evening of fun for all ages on December 18 at 6 PM in the Fellowship Hall. We will have a devotion and a time of worship, followed by exciting games, a craft, and a hot cocoa bar. You don't want to miss this!
He Has Done Great Things
Join us on Sunday, December 15 at 5 PM for an evening of worship to celebrate the new born King! We will feature our Adult Choir and Orchestra as well as our children and student choirs! You won’t want to miss this special evening of worship, music, and joy!
PrimeTimers' 55+ Christmas Celebration
You are invited to our PrimeTimers' 55+ Christmas Celebration! Join us on Thursday, December 12 at 10:30 AM in our Fellowship Hall for a special program led by Gary Medlock, Ken Brookins, and Mark Morris.
Mark Morris is a native of Panama City, FL and grew up in Hiland Park Baptist Church. Mark came to Morningside Church in June, 2003, and he is still currently serving here today. He brings over 30 years of experience in Music and Worship serving Churches in Florida, Alabama, Texas and Arkansas. Mark is married to Lisa and they have two daughters – Shannon and Allison.
Mark is a graduate of Samford University in Birmingham, AL where he received a Bachelor of Music Education and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX where he received a Masters of Music degree.
Lunch is $7 per person. Please contact David Hecht in the church office for more information.
Preschool & Kids' Christmas Musicals
First Kids will be performing “Jingle Bell Beach” where kids compete in a Jingle Sing competition. A young vocal group’s plans are ruined for getting home in time for Christmas by a storm. As some competitors share the story of Jesus, the spirit of the competition quickly changes, and we are reminded that Christmas is about Emmanuel — God with us!
First Preschoolers will be performing “Jesus is the Light of the World".”
Come support our children as they perform their Preschool and First Kids’ Musicals on Sunday, December 8 at 5 PM in the Worship Center.
Abundant Life Singles Ugly Christmas Sweater Party
We want to invite all Singles to join us for our final Abundant Life Singles Event for 2024. Join us on Friday, December 6 at 6 PM for an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party. It will be a night full of fun, fellowship, carols, and games. Please bring your favorite food dish and a 10 dollar gift for a gift exchange. We will meet in the Truth Building at First Baptist Church Panama City. Invite your friends and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Demonstration Day
One Offering · Three Purposes
General Budget · Building Fund · International Missions
"So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver." 2 Corinthians 9:7
Lord's Supper & Thanksgiving Service
The Thanksgiving season is upon us and it's a time for us to remember the many blessings that God has given us personally and to us corporately as the body of Christ.
We would love for you to attend this special service Sunday, November 24, at 5 PM in the Worship Center, as we count our blessings and observe the Lord's Supper together. Reception to follow. No childcare.
CARE Ministry Team
CARE Ministry teams write cards, visit homebound members, and visit members in nursing homes. Join the CARE Ministry and encourage our homebound members. Teams meet at 10 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch is served.
SHARE Outreach
We would love for you to become involved in this Evangelism and Outreach ministry on Monday evenings as we make personal visits to those who have recently visited our church with an emphasis of sharing the Gospel message, as well as ministry visits to those within our church family. Dinner at 5:30 PM with Visitation at 6:00 PM, Fellowship Hall. We will be having BBQ Pork sliders with coleslaw, fries, and brownies for dinner.
Please contact Sonya Mabery in the church office for more information.
First Students Bible Study
Students, invite your friends and come join us for Bible Study at 5 PM in the Student Building (grades 6th-12th). Dinner will be provided.
For more information, please contact Jonathan Hamm in the church office.
PrimeTimers' 55+ Luncheon
Canine therapy is a popular and effective way to help people cope with and recover from some physical and mental health conditions. Don't miss our PrimeTimers' 55+ Luncheon on Thursday, November 14 at 10:30 AM in our Fellowship Hall as we welcome Dr. Jenna Jordan and two of her therapy dogs as she presents, “Not Just a Dog Mom!” Learn about this important coping and recovery therapy and how it can improve your physical and mental health!
Lunch is $7 per person. Please contact David Hecht in the church office for more information.
First Young Adults Friendsgiving
Come and feast and fellowship with your friends! Our 3rd annual Young Adults Friendsgiving will be on Wednesday, November 13, at 7:30 PM in the Family Life Center. Dinner will be provided!
The Book Of James
Join Pastor David Flatt and Pastor Alex Gentili starting Wednesday, November 6, at 6 PM in the Fellowship Hall. They will take one chapter for five weeks from the Book of James. It's sure to be a time of biblical teaching and encouragement. Invite someone to come with you.
First Students Friendsgiving
Students! Come feast and fellowship with your friends! Our 3rd annual Friendsgiving will be on Wednesday, November 6, at 6 PM in the Student Building (Grades 6-12). Dinner will be provided!
Pray For Our Nation
The Worship Center will be open for prayer on Tuesday, November 5th from 7:30 AM-5:00 PM.
SHARE Outreach
We would love for you to become involved in this Evangelism and Outreach ministry on Monday evenings as we make personal visits to those who have recently visited our church with an emphasis of sharing the Gospel message, as well as ministry visits to those within our church family. Dinner at 5:30 PM with Visitation at 6:00 PM, Fellowship Hall. We will be having sloppy Joe’s, fries, and brownies for dinner.
Please contact Sonya Mabery in the church office for more information.
Abundant Life Singles' Ministry | Feast & Friends
Get ready for an amazing time at our upcoming Abundant Life Singles Ministry event! Mark your calendars for Friday, November 1 for our “Feast & Friends” event! It's going to be an awesome Thanksgiving potluck-style feast where we can come together and strengthen our bonds with everyone in our ministry!
The fun starts at 6 PM in the Truth Building at First Baptist Church Panama City, located behind the parking garage off of Jenks Ave.
To secure your spot and to sign up to bring a dish, please RSVP below. Let's make this an unforgettable gathering!
First Young Adults Pumpkin Chunkin
Young Adults! Join us on October 30 for our 2nd annual Pumpkin Chunkin event! We will meet on the 3rd floor of the parking garage at 7:30 PM for a devotional, worship, and a great evening of fellowship!
A Concert Of Prayer For America & Israel
Please join members of First Baptist Church and our Panama City community for “A Concert of Prayer for America & Israel.” It will be a transforming and fruitful night of music, singing, and prayer as we call upon the Lord to bring salvation and blessing to America and Israel on Wednesday, October 30 at 6 PM in our Fellowship Hall.
CARE Ministry Team
CARE Ministry teams write cards, visit homebound members, and visit members in nursing homes. Join the CARE Ministry and encourage our homebound members. Teams meet at 10 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch is served.