FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
OF WEST TOWNSEND
The First Baptist Church
of West Townsend, MA
is a Bible-believing church
that values biblical preaching,
Christian education,
and community service.
Organized in 1827
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WHAT WE BELIEVE
Please take a look at our Church Covenant and our Statement of Faith to learn more about what we believe.
~ Mission Statement ~
To make Christ known, to follow Him and delight in His love forever.
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~ Vision Statement ~
We seek to be a church for all ages,living out our faith together
and trusting Christ to make us a beacon to the community.
SERVICES
We are currently providing in person services every Sunday at 11:00 AM. ​
WORSHIPING TOGETHER
​We gather as a congregation every Sunday morning at 11:00 AM. We worship our Lord together through Bible scripture reading, scriptural preaching, and congregational singing.
​We celebrate Communion, on the first Sunday of each month. *6/7/26
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PRAYER MEETING
Prayer Meeting is held in person every Thursday evening at 6:30 PM.
Please come join us in prayer.
​To send a prayer request, email:
FirstBaptistChurchWT
@gmail.com​
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COMMUNITY SUPPER
Please join us on the last Wednesday of every month from 5:00 - 7:00 PM for some good food and fellowship! *MAY 27*
​We are also happy to provide take-out dinners for those who are unable to dine inside with us.​​​​​
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Our community suppers are always free.
For I was hungry
and you gave me something to eat,
I was thirsty
and you gave me something to drink,
I was a stranger and you invited me in.
Matthew 25:35
NEWS and NOTES
​~ Pastorship~
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David Jakubiak has stepped down from his position as pastor of our church.
We are very blessed that David and his family plan to remain as active members of our church. David has been a great resource in our search for an interim pastor and we are very thankful for his help during this transitional time for our church.
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Our diaconate is here for you for any questions or concerns you may have. We are very thankful for the men who have stepped up to preach during this time of transition.
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Sunday, November 2 Pastor Ron Sylvester spoke and answered questions about the possibility of his serving as our intentional interim pastor.
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On Sunday, November 16 the church membership voted to accept Pastor Ron in the position.
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​Ron Sylvester is an intentional interim pastor certified through the Interim Ministry Network. He has been a collegiate level instructor, a senior pastor of two churches, and an interim pastor of seven churches. The leadership team had the pleasure of meeting with him and his wife, Paula after service on Sept. 28. Below is some information including his statement of faith and his testimony.
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Pastor Ron and his wife, Paula
CALENDAR
* Weekly Prayer Meeting on Thursday evenings, 6:30 pm at the church.
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* Adult Bible Study on Sunday mornings at 9:45 am downstairs.
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​* Monthly Women's Prayer Meeting May 23, 10 am
All women are welcome to join us downstairs for intentional prayer time. See Jamie Whelan or Jenn Fessenden with any questions.
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* Life Group Session Saturday, May 30, 6 – 8pm at the home of Jeff and Jamie Whelan. It will be a time of deepening relationships through fellowship, prayer and scripture with Christ at the center. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
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​* Outreach & Missions Team is seeking people interested in missions to join us for a meeting to discuss how we can further our outreach to our local community and beyond. We are open to all kinds of ideas and believe that the more input we receive, the better we will be able to serve the Lord in reaching the lost and hurting for Christ. If you are interested, contact either Jen Scirocco (978-621-8659) or Ginny Masters (918-804-1536). We look forward to hearing your ideas.
* 250th Celebration in Townsend June 20, see Amy Fessenden with any questions, sign up in the foyer to march in the parade, to help with the church's table and for tee shirts.
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Weekly Bulletin and Hymn Lyrics
God who Gives, provide for us as we trust Your goodness to supply every need. Teach us to seek Your kingdom and Your righteousness when we feel our financial control slipping. Incline our hearts to radical generosity in view of Your mercy, whether our storehouses are overflowing or down to the very last reserves. Thank you for the unearned, generous, lavish riches we have in Christ. Thank you for gifting us with every spiritual blessing in Him - for adoption into Your family; for forgiveness that makes us clean and whole; for Your indwelling presence; for faith that's more valuable than gold; for certain hope that suffering and death are a fleeting shadow; for abundant, eternal life. While we - Your children - wait for our inheritance, teach us to walk in Your ways so that our family likeness is unmistakable.
In Jesus name, Amen.
Ways to Give
Online Giving
If God has laid it on your heart to give financially,
we have provided a link below.
"So we ourselves should support them so that we can be their partners as they teach the truth."
3 John 1: 8
Archived Livestreams
Preaching Schedule
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​Sunday, 12/7/25 - Pastor Ron Sylvester took up his role as interim pastor.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
7th GRADE TO 12th GRADE
Taught by Justin and Hannah Galvin on Sundays 9:45-10:30 AM.
Both are occupational therapists by trade, and serve on the diaconate.
Justin and Hannah share a passion for youth ministry.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
PRE-K TO 6th GRADE
Taught by Scott and Jennifer Fessenden Sundays 9:45-10:45 AM.
Scott is our Sunday school superintendent and serves on our diaconate.
Jennifer holds a certificate in early childhood growth and development.
Both have a passion for children's ministry and Biblical teaching.
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The Nursery is open and staffed each week after the worship portion
of our service.
"Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance:
Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners - of whom I am the worst.
But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners,
Christ Jesus might display His unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe in Him and receive eternal life."
1Timothy 1:15-16 (NIV)
Spoken by the Apostle Paul
SCRIPTURE READINGS
If you have questions regarding any of the scriptures and want to discuss what you are reading, please do not hesitate to send us your questions through the "contact" section on this site,
or email FirstBaptistChurchWT
@gmail.com
For the month of May:
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The Book of Exodus
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Trading the comfortable security of the known for an uncertain future is not easy. Exodus describes a series of God's calls and the responses of his people. Four hundred years had passed since since Joseph moved his family to Egypt. Pharaoh, intimidated by the Hebrews numbers, enslaved them. Through a series of strange events, Moses was called by God to lead them out of slavery. Despite continual evidence of God's love and power, the people complained and began to wish for their days in Egypt. God provided for their physical and spiritual needs, but he also judged their disobedience and unbelief. Then in the dramatic Sinai meeting with Moses, God gave his laws for right living.
First Baptist Church
of West Townsend
is an independent,
congregationally-led church
that is affiliated with the Venture Church Network
CONTACT
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST TOWNSEND
461 Main Street
West Townsend, MA 01474
978-597-2641