First Baptist Spartanburg

About Us

In Christ, more is possible than you can ever imagine!

Here at First Baptist Spartanburg, our mission is to encourage complete and courageous living in Christ. FBS is a place where everyone can invite anyone to come and encounter the Living One, Jesus Christ. What doesn't matter to us is age, appearance, ethnicity, social status, style, income. What does matter is you, and the amazing possibilities made possible by Jesus Christ in your life. We're in this journey together!

Vibe: Casual, Down to Earth, Downtown, Friendly, Inclusive, Multigenerational

Programs: Community Service, Addiction/Recovery, Young Adults, Youth Group, Choir, Missions, Food Pantry, Daycare, Preschool, School, Disability, Children's Ministry

Music: Traditional Hymns, Gospel Choir, Contemporary, Hillsong-style, Organ

Denomination: Southern Baptist Convention

Size: Large

Language: English, American Sign Language

Founded: 1839

Contact

Phone

(864) 583-7245

Website

http://www.fbs.org

Social

Our Services

Sunday

09:00am: Celebration (Sanctuary)
10:30am: Classic (Sanctuary)
09:00am: Genesis (Hangar)
10:30am: Genesis (Hangar)
07:45pm: Merge: College & Young Adults (Hangar)

Wednesday

06:30pm: Hour of Encouragement: Senior Adults (Chapel)
06:45pm: Crossfire: Student Ministry (Hangar)

What to Expect

What are services like?
We have 4 services, all taught by our pastor, Dr. Don Wilton. Depending on what your style of worship is, you may want to attend a couple before you find your place! Same Bible, same message, 3 different styles of worship: Celebration Service / 9:00 AM / Sanctuary Our signature Sunday service with praise team, choir & orchestra. Classic Service / 10:30 AM / Sanctuary Our traditional service featuring great hymns of the faith. Genesis Services / 9:00 & 10:30 / Hangar A contemporary worship service led by our Genesis band. Dr. Don Wilton preaches live by way of video feed from across the street if he is not preaching live in the room.

What is the community like?
Big churches can be scary, but FBS isn't a big church—we're a small church with a lot of members. Our church community is a unified body of many different parts. You'll find people from all walks of life and social status, all here for the purpose of growing and serving the Lord Jesus. The ground is level at the foot of the Cross, and the unity you'll see here is a result of changed lives.

What if I'm not a Christian?
Then you're all the more welcome! No judgments here. Join us on a Sunday! You'll wonder what it's all about.

Location

Address
250 E Main St
Spartanburg, SC 29306-5128

What Members Say

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Emily

I love the people and Dr Wilton has hit on some things I’ve been through this year
Janie Ferrell

I have served the Lord all my life in various capacities such as Primary Sunbeam Leader by age 16...moving on to being a Children’s Pastor in SC, KY, TX and OK for a total of 30 years and a teacher in Christian Schools for 48 years (owning my own Christian Academy since 1992) For the past 3 years I have been unable to attend my home church, Washington Avenue Baptist Church in Greenville SC, due to lingering illness. First Baptist Church Spartanburg has been my church. Dr. Wilton brings the total Word of God!! Not only do I watch the Sunday morning service but I watch Genesis on Saturday night. His messages feed my soul. I worship as they worship. I have rewritten my High School curriculum with up-to-date events; no common core; no discriminations however it DOES include the Word of God. First Baptist Church Spartanburg is spotlighted in some subjects. I am charging NO tuition. Grades 9-12 AND adults will just pay for their materials. Thank you Pastor Wilton for your dedication to the Lord And Rev. Britt Dillard, you know me well enough (as well as Rev. Seth Buckley)to know I am dedicated as unto the Lord.
Nan Springer

We moved to Greer, SC last summer from Oklahoma. The pandemic hit about the time we decided to join a church. We are still members in OK. We have enjoyed the services in the park immensely. My husband has gone through 2 major surgeries here, We need a church home. Thank you, Dr. Wilton
Mary ross

This is more of a question When does a person feel the calling of God to the ministry. I have a grandson that is asking questions only God can answer. He is 26 years old and never been a church goer since he was child. I have never known a better man. He is a graduate of western carolina university. They do not teach religion and are liberal.
Delores McCraw

I have a question the service that was preach yesterday 3-1 2020 will it be on again or can I order a Tape I didn’t get to watch the whole thing. God Bless