First Baptist Church of Melbourne
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About First Baptist Church of Melbourne
Welcome to First Baptist Church of Melbourne, a Southern Baptist church serving the Melbourne community.
What to expect here
Worship style
Contemporary worship with traditional roots
Typical for Southern Baptist churches
Quick facts
Denomination
Southern BaptistLocation
Service Times
Groups
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VerifiedLast updated
May 2026
General guidance · Southern Baptist churches · not specific to First Baptist Church of Melbourne
Energetic praise music, in-depth biblical sermons, and multiple Sunday School programs for all ages. Expect a friendly greeting team at the door.
Southern Baptist churches are known for their evangelistic spirit, strong Scripture teaching, and deeply welcoming congregations. First-time guests are a priority.
What Baptist churches generally believe
Baptists believe in the Trinity, Jesus Christ as the Son of God who died and rose again, and the Bible as God's Word, with Scripture as the final authority for faith and life. Salvation is by grace through personal faith in Christ. Baptism by immersion is for those old enough to profess faith (not infants), the Lord's Supper is usually seen as a memorial, and each congregation governs itself.
Compared with Catholics: both affirm the creeds' core teaching about God and Christ, but Baptists baptise only professing believers, see communion as a remembrance rather than Christ's real presence, and have no hierarchy above the local church. Compared with many other Protestants, the main difference is believer's baptism and congregational independence.
General guidance, not specific to First Baptist Church of Melbourne. Individual churches vary, so ask the church about what it teaches. More about Southern Baptist churches →
Weekly rhythm
Service Times
4 service times across 2 days
Verified by the church · May 31, 2026
Sun
Sunday
8:45 AM
Sunday Service (early)
10:30 AM
Sunday Service (late, Spanish translation available)
6:30 PM
Portuguese Service
Wed
Wednesday
4:45 PM
Wednesday Night Supper
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Christian Forever, Baptist for a Little While
Published October 20, 2026 · Posts weekly
More from fbcmelbourne on YouTube · checked October 24, 2026
Sermons
What they're preaching
Posts about 5 sermons a month
Recently preaching from Genesis
Last 4: Genesis 41:1–57, then 42:1–43:34, then 44:1–45:28, then 46:1–47:26
- Christian Forever, Baptist for a Little While (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)1 Corinthians 16:13–14 · Oct 20, 2026
- Genesis 46:1-47:26 | The Will and Wisdom of God (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Genesis 46:1–47:26 · Oct 12, 2026
- Genesis 44:1-45:28 | A Final Test and a Big Reveal (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Genesis 44:1–45:28 · Oct 5, 2026
- Genesis 42:1-43:34 | A Dream Come True (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Genesis 42:1–43:34 · Sep 28, 2026
- Genesis 41:1-57 | From the Pit to the Palace (watch on YouTube, opens in a new tab)Genesis 41:1–57 · Sep 22, 2026
Based on the church’s YouTube uploads.
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Groups & Ministries
2 groups
Verified by the church · May 31, 2026
All listed groups welcome newcomers
Reclaimed Students Midweek
Wednesday · 6:00 PM · Weekly
Midweek service for 6th–12th grade students, running 6:00–8:00 PM.
Reclaimed Students Midweek Service
Wednesday · 6:00 PM · Weekly
Midweek youth service for 6th-12th grade (Middle School in FLC, High School separately).
Serve board
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Greeter / welcome team
Meet people at the door and help newcomers find a seat.
greeting
Kids ministry helper
Support Sunday kids programming — background check may be required by the church.
kids
Tech / livestream
Help with slides, sound, or the livestream.
tech
Hospitality / coffee
Set up drinks and make the lobby feel like home.
hospitality
Outreach / community serve
Join local serve projects the church already runs.
outreach
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