What We Believe

Our Mission

Our mission is to connect people to Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

What We Believe - and Why It Matters

God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

We believe in one God who exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—three persons, one God, perfectly united in love.

Why this anchors our faith:

We believe this because Scripture shows us a God who is relational by nature. God creates, redeems, and sustains the world through relationship, not distance. The Trinity reminds us that love, community, and connection are not add-ons to faith—they are at the very heart of who God is. 

The Bible

We believe the Bible is God’s Word, inspired by the Holy Spirit and given to guide our faith and life. Scripture tells the story of God’s love for the world and His plan to redeem it through Jesus.

Why this is central to our faith:

We believe this because we need a trustworthy foundation in a constantly changing world. The Bible helps us know God’s heart, understand ourselves, and discern how to live faithfully. Through Scripture, God continues to speak, challenge, encourage, and shape us into people who reflect His love and truth.

Small Groups

We believe faith grows best in community, where people can be known, supported, and encouraged as they follow Jesus together.

Why this matters for everyday life:

We believe no one is meant to walk their faith journey alone. Small groups are where the church becomes personal, where questions are welcomed, struggles are shared, and growth happens naturally over time. In these spaces, people discover that they belong—not because they have everything figured out, but because they are loved and accepted as they are.

People and God’s Design

We believe every person is created in the image of God and deeply loved by Him. Each life has purpose, value, and dignity.

Why this shapes who we are:

We believe this because the way we see people shapes the way we treat them. Knowing that every person bears God’s image calls us to love boldly, serve humbly, and resist anything that devalues human life. At the same time, we recognize that sin has broken our relationship with God and with one another—something we cannot fix on our own.

Ministry and Mission

We believe the Church is called to serve the world with compassion, justice, and grace, sharing God’s transforming love in word and action.

Why this guides our mission:

We believe this because faith that does not move us to love others is incomplete. Jesus calls us to love God and love our neighbors—and to put that love into action. Ministry is how we live out the gospel every day, working toward the transformation of lives, communities, and the world for the glory of God.

Connecting People to Jesus

We believe Jesus Christ is the hope of the world, inviting every person into a life-changing relationship with Him and with community, where transformation happens through walking God’s path, discovering true purpose, and becoming who God created us to be.

Why it matters for our faith:

We believe that God calls us to intentionally connect people to Jesus, not just inform them about Him. Lives are transformed when people encounter Christ through authentic relationships, faithful witness, and loving community. 

A Church Centered on Jesus

Welcome to First Baptist Church of Girard. We want to be known first by the kind of people we are and the kinds of lives we live as followers of Jesus. Jesus came to bring full and abundant life, and we believe that kind of life is exactly what our world needs today.

We invite all people into that life together in Jesus Christ. When we say all, we truly mean all. No matter your background, your story, or where you are on your faith journey, you are welcome here.

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