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Sunday School Hour:
9:15-10:15am
We've got something for everyone! Take a look under our ministries menu and get a taste for what we offer on Sunday mornings.
Celebration Worship Service:
10:30am • Worship Center
A service of praise and worship featuring the Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra and a message from the Word of God by our Pastor, Dr. Wendell Estep.
Map & Directions
1306 Hampton St
Columbia, SC 29201-3316, US
From I-77 (From Charlotte)
From I-77, take I-277 (Exit 18) which becomes Bull Street into Columbia. Turn right onto Hampton Street. Go one block. Church is on the left at 1306 Hampton Street.
From: I-26 (From Spartanburg/Greenville)
From I-26, take I-126 which becomes Elmwood Avenue into Columbia. Turn right on Marion Street. Travel five blocks to Hampton Street. Church on is the corner of Marion and Hampton.
From I-20 (From Florence)
From I-20, take I-277 which becomes Bull Street into Columbia. Turn right onto Hampton St. Go one block. Church is on corner of Marion and Hampton
From I-20 (From Augusta)
Take I-20 East to Columbia. Take I-26 East to I-126 East which becomes Elmwood Avenue. Turn right on Marion Street.
From Sumter
Take Hwy 378/76 which becomes Garners Ferry Road and Devine Street. Fork right at Dreher High School onto Millwood Avenue. Turn left onto Gervais Street. Turn right on Marion Street. Go two blocks. Church is on the corner of Hampton and Marion.
From Airport
Take left onto Highway 302. Go several miles. This turns into Knox Abbott Drive and then Blossom Street after crossing the bridge. Take a left onto Assembly Street and a right on Hampton Street. Go three blocks.
Where to park
We've made parking easy for you!
There is a garage open on the corner of Hampton and Marion Streets. Our sanctuary is located directly across the street from the garage.
Our parking lot on Washington street is reserved for the handicapped and senior adults.
Welcome Desks
As you can see from the image below we have a welcome center inside Boyce Chapel. We are ready to serve you! If it's your first time visiting a Sunday school class, the members at the welcome desk are ready to assist you in finding a class that fits you! Or if you already know which class you'd like to visit, let them know and they can help you find it.
If you're wanting to drop your children off in the Children's Ministry Sunday school area it's located right in front of the parking garage. After parking enter at the blue awning, walk down the stairs, and you'll be at the Children's Welcome desk!
Here are a few people you'll see if you visit with us this Sunday!
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Dr. Wendell Estep |
Rev. Steve Phillips |
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Rev. Wes Church |
Rev. Dennis Banks |
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 We offer a variety of camp opportunities for elementary-aged children each summer, including Camp LaVida for girls and Camp McCall for boys. Scholarships are available.
Camp LaVida (for girls who have completed 3rd-6th grade)
Dates: June 18-22 is the FBC week
Cost: $200
Register: www.scwmu.org/camplavida or the Children's Ministry office, registration is open as long as spots are available
Camp LaVida also offers Minicamps for girls who have completed 2nd-6th grades and Mother/Daughter Overnights and Minicamps for girls who have completed 1st-3rd grades. Use the link above to find out more about Camp LaVida.
Camp McCall Lad Camp (for boys who have completed 1st-4th grades)
Dates: June 7-9 is the FBC week
Cost: $110
Register in the Children's Ministry office, registration is open as long as spots are available. Dads are encouraged to attend!
For more information please visit their website at: www.scbaptist.org/campmccall/
CAMPS AT FIRST BAPTIST
Boys 3D Basketball Blast!
JUNE 11-14, 2012, M-Th 2:00PM - 5:00PM
Players will learn the same ball handling, shooting and defensive techniques which are coached at both the collegiate and professional levels across the country. Participants will practice performance improvement drills in various small group settings and then will apply their learned skills as they compete in various individual contests and team game situations. Prizes will be awarded for individual and team accomplishments! The camp will also feature a NCAA Division I college basketball guest speaker!
Instructor: Jason Harman, former college basketball player and owner of 3D Hoops Academy, NCAA certified basketball training company
Cost: $85/player
Ages: Rising 4th - 9th graders Registration deadline: June 4, 2012 (Price increases to $95/player after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
  Worship Arts Camp
JUNE 11-14, 2012, M-F 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Worship Arts Camp is 5 fun-filled days of worship and exploration through music, worship arts, and technical media for rising 1st through 5th graders! Music & Arts classes are in the FBC Children's Center. Digital Media Classes are in the TV production room and throughout the church campus. For more info please click here: Worship Arts Camp Details
Cost: $25/camper
Ages: Rising 1st - 5th graders Call 803.343.8550 with questions.
Girls 3D Basketball Blast!
JUNE 18-21, 2012, M-Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Players will learn the same ball handling, shooting, and defensive techniques which are coached at both the collegiate and professional levels across the country. Participants will practice performance improvement drills in various small group settings and then will apply their learned skills as they compete in various individual contests and team game situations. Prizes will be awarded for individual and team accomplishments! The camp will also feature a NCAA Division I college basketball guest speaker!
Instructor: Jason Harman, former college basketball player and owner of 3D Hoops Academy, NCAA certified basketball training company
Cost: $85/player Ages: Rising 4th – 8th graders Registration deadline: June 11, 2012 (Price increases to $95/player after deadline.)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Soccer Shots® Camp
JUNE 18-21, 2012, M-Th see below for time
Camp times are divided by age groups. Soccer Shots® sessions are age appropriate and are led by trained Soccer Shots® instructors. The primary objective of each session is to creatively introduce your child to the sport of soccer. Character development, physical development, and fun are guaranteed in this exciting program. Soccer Shots® sessions incorporate the following: basic soccer skills; exclusive Soccer Shots® games; Word of the Day; use of imagination; fun fitness activities and exercises; coordination, balance, and agility development; and character-building lessons.
Camp Director: Soccer Shots® trained instructors
Cost: $38/player
Ages: 3 years - 2nd graders Days/Times: ages 3-4, 2:00PM-2:35PM
rising 5K, 2:50PM-3:30PM
1st - 2nd graders, 3:45PM-4:25PM
Registration Deadline: June 11, 2012 (Price increases to $48/player after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Upward Basketball Camp for Boys & Girls
JUNE 25-28, 2012, M-Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Learn about the fundamentals or get that edge on the next season. Learn more about shooting, dribbling, passing as well as offensive and defensive plays. Bring a snack or money for a snack.
Cost: $50/player (includes camp T-shirt, individual awards, and end-of-camp award)
Ages: Rising 1st-4th graders Registration Opens: April 2, 2012
Registration Deadline: June 18, 2012 (Price increases to $60/player after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Digital Photography Camp
JUNE 25-28, 2012, M-Th 1:00PM - 3:00PM
In this four day camp, your camper will learn basic photography skills with a focus on creativity and not being afraid to break “The Rules.” While there will be some technical information, it will be on a kid-friendly level to set the foundation for more advanced learning later. Each child who participates in this camp must have access to a point and shoot digital camera that is functional, has plenty of memory space, and has charged batteries. At the end of the camp, the students will choose one favorite image to be printed for an end of class exhibit for parents.
Camp Director: Helen Tackett, Certified Professional Photographer
Cost: $85 (includes final print)
Ages: 8-14 years old Registration Deadline: June 18, 2012 (Price increases to $95/child after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Junior Golf Clinic
JUNE 26-28, 2012, T-Th 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Golfers should meet at Spring Valley Country Club (300 Spring Valley Rd, Columbia) each day for the clinic. Bring your clubs. Proper golf attire is required (collared shirts preferred and no blue jeans). Day one will focus on putting and short game; day two will be the full swing; and day three we will work on hitting drivers.
Camp Director: Patrick Rowe, Assistant Golf Professional, Spring Valley Country Club
Cost: $45/golfer
Ages: 9-12 years old Registration Deadline: June 18, 2012 (Price increases to $55/player after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Baseball Camp
JULY 9-12, 2012, M-Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Special guest coaches are 2 former USC Gamecocks - Jon Coutlangus (former MLB Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher) and Demetric Smith and former Division II Montreat College pitcher Clayon McCathern! Campers will meet at Howard Park (behind Northside Middle School at 200 Cougar Dr, West Columbia) for camp. Your spring season may be over, but hone your skills for fall ball! Every aspect will be covered from hitting, pitching and fielding. Bring your glove, but all other equipment is provided. If you have a preferred bat, bring the bat with you.
Camp Directors: Mark Williams and Colby Murphy
Cost: $50/player
Ages: Rising 1st - 4th graders Registration Deadline: July 2, 2012 (Price increases to $65/player after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Art Camp
JULY 9-12, 2012, M-Th 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Come experience 4 days of fun with arts and crafts. You will see your artistic abilities bloom as you work on a major art project for the entire 4 days, while making a smaller craft each day. On Thursday parents are invited to join us at the end of camp for our art show! All supplies are included.
Camp Director: Brinnan Wimberly
Cost: $75/child
Ages: Rising 2nd - 4th graders Registration Deadline: July 2, 2012 (Price increases to $85/child after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
Manners Club
JULY 23-25, 2012, M-W 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Come be a part of the Manners Club!! We will be learning about The Golden Rule, R-E-S-P-E-C-T, Speaking Skills, Table Manners and much, much more. The kids will come home reminding YOU to keep your elbows off of the table. And just wait until they learn the Interrupting Rule - I promise you will thank us! We will have a fabulous time singing with Judy the Manners Lady, playing games, making crafts and learning proper table skills. Camp is held in the FBC Children’s Center.
Camp Director: Ashley Jackson & Betsy Mitchell
Cost: $60/child
Ages: 3 years - rising 1st graders Registration Deadline: July 18, 2012 (Price increases to $70/child after deadline)
Call 803.343.8587 with questions.
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