Upcoming Events | First Baptist Church

Vacation Bible School, June 25 – 28, 2018

Vacation Bible School - Rolling River Rampage Rising 1st - Rising 6th graders are invited to join us for Vacation Bible School in June! “VBS” is a great way for kids to learn about God in a fun, activity-filled environment here at First Baptist Church of Asheville....

Passport Parent Meeting – July 1, 2018

We are looking forward to Passport kids at Converse College, July 11- 14. All parents are invited to a parent information meeting on July 1 at 4 p.m. in CB221. At that meeting we will complete paperwork, go over trip details, and share packing lists and other...

AYC Summer Tour Home Concert, Sunday, June 24, 2018

Asheville Youth Choirs are community choirs open to children and youth in Kindergarten – 12th grade. The Asheville Youth Choirs include the High School Chorale (grades 9-12), the Middle School Chorale (grades 7-8), the Concert Choir (grades 3-6) and the Prelude Choir...

Summer Choir

First Baptist Church of Asheville’s wonderful tradition of “Y’all Come” music groups forming during the summer will continue this year. These groups assemble, rehearse, and lead in worship on a per-Sunday basis. Rehearsals are at 9:00 a.m. and the groups lead in the...

Asheville Tourists Baseball Game, Tuesday, June 26, 2018 – 6:00 p.m.

All youth are welcome to attend this baseball game with our complimentary tickets. Youth VBS volunteers can also enjoy free hot dogs, drinks, and snacks at the stadium. We will meet at the church and carpool together. Contact Casey Callahan for more...

Summer Program for Refugee Students – June 18-22, 2018

This summer, our congregation is hosting a summer program for refugee students who are rising high school seniors. We anticipate twelve students (six men/six women) from the following countries: Haiti, Burundi, Eritrea, Democratic Republic of Congo, Afghanistan,...

Early Sign Up: Hit a Homerun for Our Habitat • October 13

Great news! On June 10, we signed on 61 folks to help on our Habitat sites for October 13. Way to volunteer! We are now signing friends on as alternates and others to help at the Habitat Restore. Sign up now to work with Habitat for Humanity in Buncombe and Madison...

Disaster Relief Close to Home

Our church is in conversation with NC Baptists to help send teams to Polk County to help with the disaster recovery from recent flooding. Yes, these are our neighbors just down the mountain. Because we are close, team members can sign up for one day or multiple...

Summer Reading for Adults 2018

For me, there is nothing better that sitting on the front porch on a summer morning, sipping on a good cup of coffee, and reading a book that inspires or challenges me. Reading as a spiritual practice helps me grow as a person, expands my views in life, and gives me...

Summer Concert Series, Sundays in July 2018

Join us for the second installment of our celebrated Summer Concert Series! Academy for the Arts Faculty Recitals will be paired with delicious desserts. When: Sundays in July, 2018 6:00 p.m. Details: Concerts will feature celebrated AFTA faculty: Josh Goforth,...

Jubilee Picnic and Bluegrass, June 19, 2018

Join us on June 19 for Jubilee Picnic and Bluegrass at the WNC Governor’s Residence. Grammy-nominated Old Time and Bluegrass Musician, Josh Goforth will be featured. When: Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Shuttle to WNC Governor's Residence will leave the Atrium parking lot at...

Asheville Tourists Game, June 17, 2018

As a sponsor of our local Asheville Tourists, we receive a limited number of complimentary tickets each year. On June 17, the Karis, Sojourners, Polaris, and Proclaimers Bible Study classes will be spearheading a fun social with friends and families. When: Sunday,...

Summer Refresh, Wednesdays in June 2018

Join us for good food and table fellowship in the dining room. When: Wednesdays in June, 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. in the Dining Room Details: Summer Refresh provides a place in the middle of the week to refresh our spirits by sharing good food and reconnecting with friends....