Fairview Baptist Church
Ministries
From the nursery on a Sunday morning to the bus routes across McMinn County, and from a Wednesday night class of four year olds to more than 90 missionaries around the world, there is a place for you here.
For our children
Children’s Ministry
Suffer little children, and forbid them not to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 19:14
Fairview meets the needs of every age group. From the nursery through sixth grade, there is a class, a service and a night of the week planned for your child.
Nursery
Every service, a nursery is provided for children ages 0 to 3. Our nursery is staffed by wonderful men and women of our church, and the children will not only be looked after, but will also have a great time while their parents enjoy the services.
Children’s Sunday School
Along with our adult Sunday School classes, many children’s Sunday School classes are provided for their respective ages. The children will receive a special lesson designed specifically for their age groups, singing, and many other various activities throughout the year.
Children’s Church
Our K4 through 6th grade students have the opportunity to participate in a service especially prepared for them each Sunday morning at 11:00. Songs, activities, and Bible lessons planned specifically for this age group make it a great time of growing for young people.
Weekly they are challenged with the truth of God’s Word and encouraged to serve Him.
King’s Kids
During the school year, beginning in September, our 4 to 12 year old young people meet each Wednesday night for a special service all their own. Songs, games, crafts and, above all, the Bible come together to challenge the next generation to live their lives solely for the glory of God.
There is a strong missions and prayer emphasis with a featured missionary of the week, and our King’s Kids know our missionary family. They also participate in several special outings through the year and minister to others in service related activities.
For our teens
Students & Youth
Let no man despise thy youth, but be thou an example of the believers.
1 Timothy 4:12
The focus of the Fairview Baptist Church teen ministry is to see God impact our youth in a way that leads them to impact the world for Him.
Impact Youth Ministries
We strive to accomplish this by teaching them to build a strong spiritual foundation in their lives. We emphasize the importance of centering their lives on God and His Word. We encourage teens to deeply root themselves in Him through daily Bible study, prayer, meditation, Scripture memory, and Christian fellowship.
There is a quote that states, “The generation that will change the world is the generation the world cannot change.” Our desire is to see a spiritual walk developed in each teen that an ever changing world can never change. Through that foundation, we encourage them to go out and make an incredible impact on others for Christ and literally change the world for Him.
We would love for you to be a part of this incredible ministry. Our teens meet for Bible Study every Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m., and join our church family for the 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sunday services. The Impact meeting is each Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. There are also many scheduled outreaches, activities, and camps throughout the year.
For our adults
Adults
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
Matthew 18:20
Fairview Baptist Church offers Sunday School classes tailored to every stage and age of adulthood. Adult classes meet every Sunday from 10:00 until 10:45 a.m. Please visit a class this Sunday.
Home Builders
This class meets regularly in the north-east choir room. Tom Gerdt is a gifted communicator who regularly expounds Biblical truth in a simple and direct format.
LifeBuilders
Each Sunday morning this class explores topics that contribute to personal and family growth as believers. An outreach program encourages members to invite others to Sunday School and church.
College and Career
Every Sunday, this class meets in the second classroom on the southwest side of the auditorium.
The Auditorium
Many subjects and books of the Bible are explored and studied each week.
Men’s, Women’s & Couples
We have multiple opportunities throughout the year for adult groups to fellowship and grow in the Lord. Activities, conferences, and events are just a few ways that these groups grow together.
Ministerio en Español
Spanish Ministry
Our Spanish ministry meets on Sunday mornings for Sunday School and the morning service.
Sunday School
10:00 AM
Sunday Morning
11:00 AM
Around the world
World Missions
As a church, we partner with more than 90 missionaries to get the Gospel to the uttermost part of the world. Throughout the year we have missionary guests in the services and host a conference in October focusing on our responsibility in the area of missions. It is also our goal to allow our members to have first hand experiences with our missionaries. This is accomplished through mission trips to work alongside our missionary partners on the field.
90+
Missionary partners
5
Regions of the world
October
Missions conference
Please pray for our missionaries
Africa
Asia & Oceania
Europe
North / Central America & Caribbean
South America
Several are not listed for their security, at their request.
Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.
Matthew 28:19
In Athens and beyond
Outreach
And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
Mark 16:15
There is a way for everyone to have a part, whether that is behind the wheel of a bus, at a door on a Wednesday afternoon, or serving a meal at a local shelter.
Bus Ministry
Each Sunday morning, buses roll off the church parking lot to pick up precious children and adults for Sunday School and church services. Brother Kyle and Brother Will along with an army of workers crisscross the streets and county roads of Athens and the surrounding area to help others find a way to the church and to the Savior. Over the years, literally hundreds have been saved as a result of this unselfish ministry.
Nursing Homes
Our nursing home ministry takes place at Athens Place. Residents are treated to special singing, individual counseling, and a Bible message. Volunteers comprised of teens and adults provide this spiritual blessing to those who cannot attend a regular scheduled service.
Contact the church office if you have loved ones or friends who would benefit from this ministry.
Youth Outreach
Our youth have begun a door knocking outreach that meets monthly. On the Wednesdays that they meet, they leave from their schools, go to the church to meet and pick up tracts. They then leave for the surrounding areas and knock on doors, inviting people to church, and giving the gospel if given the opportunity.
C.R.E.W.
C.R.E.W. is an outreach program that does many different types of outreaches. Anywhere from serving meals at local shelters, to remodeling houses, if you want to have a part in outreach, but are not sure exactly how you can help, then C.R.E.W. is perfect for you. Many different people, from many different backgrounds, with many different skills can all come together and work as one.
Come and see
There is a place for you here
Every ministry on this page started with someone walking in for the first time. Come and visit this Sunday, or get in touch and we will help you find where you fit.
