FAQ

What do you want to know about first baptist church metter?

We want you to feel comfortable and welcome here.  We're glad to share with you any information about our core beliefs, our worship experiences, or anything else you need to know.  If you can't find an answer to your question here, please contact us and we'll do our best to find the information you need!

  • how do i...

    Contact the church?  

    You can call, email, or stop by the offices Monday-Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM.                                


    Find the right class/group/activity?

    We have lots of great teachers and group leaders who would be glad to help you find the right fit.  Contact our Administrative Pastor here and he can help steer you in the right direction.


    Get the church Newsletter?

    Paper copies of the Weekly Witness are available each week at the church.  Pick one up when you come for Fellowship Supper or Bible Study, or grab one on Sunday morning on your way to worship. Alternately, email the office, and we’ll add you to the list to receive a digital copy of the newsletter each week.


    If you are not able to receive email or pick up a copy at the church, you may request to have the Witness mailed to you by completing this form.


    Meet with a Pastor?

    Call the office to make an appointment or speak with a pastor on Sunday; either will be glad to make arrangements for a meeting during the week.  


    Join the church?

    New members are accepted through confession of faith, letter, or statement.  To understand these options better, you may want to meet with a pastor or see the membership section of our church by-laws here.


    Volunteer?

    Contact a pastor, Team member, or the office.  We will make every effort to match you with a ministry that best suits your gifts and interests.  If you want to work with minors, you will be asked to consent to a background check.  You will need to fill out a release form.  Want to volunteer but not sure where?  We have an interest survey available here.


    Learn more about Jesus?

    Either of our pastors would love to answer any questions you have.  Please speak with one on a Sunday or contact the office to set up a meeting.  In the meantime, click here for more information.

  • where do i find...

    A place to park?

    There is a parking lot across the street, in front of the Post Office.  Visitor parking is located in front of the Sanctuary, on Rountree Street, and Handicapped parking is located in the rear, in the alley off Vertia Street.  For directions to the church, click here.


    The nursery/children's classrooms?

    All children's rooms are on the basement level of the education building. Entrances are located near the playground in front and at the end of the ramp in the rear of the building.  See a campus map here. 


    My classroom?

    Adult and student classes are located on the 1st and 2nd floors of the education building.  See a campus map here.


    Materials I need for my class/activity?

    Check with your class leader or Tom Alderman.  Alternatively, contact the office.


    The office?

    Offices are located in the rear; the entrance is at the bottom of the steps under the carport.  Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM.

  • what do you...

    Believe?

    First of all, we believe in Jesus.  We believe He is the blameless Son of God who died and rose again so that we have the chance to spend our eternity with Him. For more detailed information about our core beliefs, click here.


    Have to offer my children/family?

    We have several activities for all ages.  Click here to see more.


    Do to support the local community?

    We are closely tied to the community.  This is home; our friends, families, and colleagues are here, so we want Metter to be the best it can be.  In addition to working to serve individuals in various ways, we also partner with local agencies like The Bridge and the Boys and Girls Club, other churches, The Guido Evangelistic Society, and others.  We support our local educators, First Responders,  Baptist Collegiate Ministries, and athletes, and are always seeking other ways to serve the community.


    Support financially?

    Our commitment is to be good stewards of the Lord's resources.  Much of the income and gifts we receive goes to missions efforts such as national or international offerings, and for mission trips in which our members and friends participate.  We also provide occasional benevolence support to community members. Locally we support The Bridge and Sunshine House, and we give regularly to the Cooperative Program of the Southern Baptist Convention and to the Ogeechee River Baptist Association. We periodically collect gifts, money, and/or goods to donate to disaster relief and ministries such as Operation Christmas Child and Backpacks of Hope.