A group of Christians met with Bro. John Merck seeking God's will regarding forming a New Testament church. Feeling that God was leading, Fellowship Baptist Church was born and Bro. John agreed to be our pastor.
First service was held under M. C. and Joe Ann Hutchinson's carport. Twenty-eight people attended. Bro. John was not able to attend and Bro. Shelly Adams led in worship.
Bro. John's first service with 57 in attendance, and offereing for the day was $3,225. Services were held at J. P. Rice's office building.
The church rented the "Catering by Henry" building on Greenwell Springs Road and services were held there until February 11, 1996.
Founding Day ceremony was conducted by our sponsor church, Florida Blvd. Baptist. The Church Charter was signed by 96 members.
The church acquired 12.26 acres of land at 14512 Greenwell Springs Road for $183,900. This was paid off in October 1994.
Ground breaking service was held.
First service was held in the new sanctuary.
Dedication and Consecration service was held. Fellowship Baptist was released from Florida Blvd. Baptist as a mission church.
Fellowship Baptist Church became a member of Judson Baptist Assocation.
A new educational wing was added to the existing building.
Ground breaking service was held for a new building to include educational rooms, kitchen, and fellowship hall/gym.
Gym/Fellowship hall completed.