Welcomed!
FBCD is a vibrant, progressive, welcoming and affirming community of faith located in the heart of Decatur, Georgia. We are a member of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) and the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists (AWAB). It’s our hope that your story intersects with our story at FBCD, and that with God’s help, we might write something new and meaningful together!
Valued!
Here you will find people from all walks of life who are learning to follow Jesus in everyday life; nurturing a culture of faith, hope, and love; and serving our community and the world.
If you’re a first-time visitor, let us know you’re coming!
Loved!
First Baptist Church of Decatur participates in a Christian tradition in which all “members” have placed ultimate trust in Christ and received God’s transforming Spirit into their lives. Want to stay in touch with our faith community and get the latest scoop on happenings at FBCD? Get Church in your inbox. Sign up for our weekly newsletter!
Sunday Schedule
Contemporary Worship
(Fresh Start)
Sundays @ 8:45am in Carreker Hall
This service is both creative and informal, with free coffee, and music led by a band. Fresh Start attracts a younger crowd, couples, and young families.
Traditional Worship
(Sanctuary)
Sundays @ 11:15am in the Sanctuary
This service is traditional in style with music led by a choir and accompanied by the organ and piano. it tends to be the more popular service for first-time guests.