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About First Baptist Church of West Tampa
Welcome to First Baptist Church of West Tampa, a Baptist church serving the Tampa community.
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Worship style
Traditional hymns blended with contemporary worship music
Typical for Baptist churches
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Sep 2026
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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.
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Greeter / welcome team
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greeting
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kids
Tech / livestream
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tech
Hospitality / coffee
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hospitality
Outreach / community serve
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outreach
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