First Sarasota: The Downtown Baptist Church
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About First Sarasota: The Downtown Baptist Church
First Sarasota: The Downtown Baptist Church is a Baptist church in Sarasota. Like many Baptist congregations, it typically offers Sunday worship, Sunday school, and midweek Bible study along with youth and children's programs. Service times and ministries vary — please confirm directly with the church.
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Worship style
Bible-centered preaching with blended or contemporary worship
Quick facts
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VerifiedLast updated
May 2026
General guidance · Baptist churches · not specific to First Sarasota: The Downtown Baptist Church
Expository Bible preaching, congregational singing, and a strong emphasis on adult baptism by immersion. Sunday School classes are common before or after the main service.
Baptist churches place a strong emphasis on community, the authority of Scripture, and believer's baptism. You'll find a warm, family-oriented atmosphere where everyone is welcome.
Weekly rhythm
Service Times
4 service times across 2 days
Verified by the church · May 29, 2026
Sun
Sunday
9:30 AM
Modern Service
10:55 AM
Classic Service
11:00 AM
Sunday Bible Study
Wed
Wednesday
6:30 PM
Midweek Prayer and Bible Study
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Does Baptism Matter? #Jesus #God #Truth #Hope #Mercy #Grace #Love #Church #Sermon #Faith #Bible
Published September 11, 2026 · Posts weekly
More from First Sarasota on YouTube · checked September 15, 2026
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Groups & Ministries
3 groups across 3 categories
Verified by the church · May 29, 2026
All listed groups welcome newcomers
Families
1 groupYoung Families
Sunday · 9:30 AM · Weekly
Sunday mornings plus Wednesday Parenting with Purpose class at 6:30pm
Student Ministry
Sunday · 5:00 PM · Weekly
Grades 6-12, Sundays 5-7pm and Wednesdays 6:30pm
Young Adults
1 groupYoung Adults
Thursday · 7:00 PM · Weekly
Building real friendships and exploring life's big questions
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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