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At First Baptist Carlsbad, we have many events and groups that you can get plugged into. From babies all the way to our Senior Adults, there's something for you to be a part of! If you have any questions about any of our ministries and their events, don't hesitate to contact us!

Sunday Morning Bible Study Groups

9:30 AM


We have Bible Study groups for anyone in any walk of life. We're confident that you will find a study group that will help you grow in your knowledge of the Lord and find community with Christ-centered discussion and devotion. If you're not sure which class may be a fit for you, we are happy to help connect you! On Sunday mornings, ask any of our First Impressions members, pastors, or staff, and they will help you find a class.

Sunday Night Discipleship

5:30 PM


This group meets upstairs in the Children's Wing of the Main building. Kids learn Bible stories, participate in music and worship, do service projects around the church, and play fun games!


This group meets in the FBC Activities Center. Students are given a safe space to play different sports, chat with our youth leaders, and learn more about God's Word.


  • Pastor's Bible Study

This group meets in the FBC Fellowship Hall. Anyone can come to this focused time where Pastor Howell shares from the Bible on specific books. Right now, he is guiding us through the book of Romans! Join us as we dive deep into God's Word.


  • Grief Share

This group meets in the Conference Center. If you are looking for guidance after the loss of a loved one, this group is for you! Our facilitators guide discussion and share tools that help with the grieving process. We aren't meant to do life alone, and that includes times of grieving. For more information, click here.

Wednesday MidWeek Programs


  • Church Family Meal

Hungry for some good, home-cooked meals? Look no further than our Wednesday Night Meal! The cost is $6.00 for adults, $4.00 for Kids, and the maximum a family will have to pay is only $20.00. Celebrate Recovery participants eat free, too! Don't forget to call the church office to update your reservation by 12 Noon on the Tuesday before the meal.


  • AWANA Clubs (Age 4 through 5th Grade) | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

This group meets upstairs in the Children's Wing of the Main building. Kids learn Bible stories, learn and memorize scripture, and play fun recreational games!


This group meets in the FBC Activities Center. A free meal and various games start at 5:30 PM, with worship and teaching beginning at 6:00 PM. If you have questions about this worship time, contact Pastor Richard.


  • Prayer Meeting | 6:00 PM

This group meets in Room M101 behind the Worship Center. Anyone can come to this focused time of prayer and worship. We pray for specific prayer requests, sing hymns together, and hold our church business meeting once a month.


  • Celebrate Recovery

This group meets in the Fellowship Hall for Worship and Teaching, then moves into various breakout sessions across campus. If you are looking for tools to help with any hurt, habit, or hangup in your life, this group is for you! We follow the Celebrate Recovery curriculum and hold various Step Studies throughout the week that you can sign up for. If you have questions about this worship time, contact Pastor Kevin.

Other Discipleship Opportunities


Ladies' Bible Study

Tuesdays @ 9:30 AM | Activities Center Room 109-110

This group of women meets for studies throughout the year. To know when new studies begin, you can look at our Facebook page or call the church office. We offer the "Mother's Day Out" program for women who go to Bible Study. This allows mothers to go to Bible study and lunch while their kids are taken care of by our FBC Nursery Workers, free of charge!


Centershot

This is a new ministry that we are launching this Autumn! If you want to learn how to use a bow and arrows, or would like to hone your skills, this ministry is for you! Our upcoming archery demonstration meetings will help you learn more about what Centershot is and how you can be involved! Please get in touch with the church office to sign up!


Demonstration dates:

Monday, November 3, 2025 & December 8, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM for children aged 7 to 12

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM for ages 13 and up (Adults welcome!)


Upward Basketball & Cheerleading

This ministry is for kids in Kindergarten through the 6th Grade. Registration begins on October 31st every year. We always need help coaching, refereeing, cleaning up after games, and so much more! If you would like to help with this year's league, please contact Matt Campbell or the church office and we will get you plugged in!

Realm Connect

Deepen relationships, celebrate milestones, and participate in the work of the Lord. Download the “Connect – Our Church Community” app for iOS or Android devices. Contact the church office if you need help getting set up with the app!

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