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July 20–24 • 8:30 AM – Noon
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First Baptist Church · Buckner, Missouri
A Place to Belong
A warm and loving church family where you’ll find caring people, biblical teaching, and a ministry for every age. Wherever you are in life—you’re welcome here.
Sundays 9:30 AMWednesdays 6:00 PM
Pastor Doug & Family
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A Message From Our Pastor
You’re Invited to Join Us
Hello, friend — I’m Pastor Doug Schildknecht, and on behalf of our whole church family, I want to personally invite you to come and visit.
First Baptist Church strives to be a home for anyone who needs shelter from the storms of life. Whether you’ve walked with the Lord for years or you’re just beginning to ask questions, you’ll find a place to belong here.
— Pastor Doug Schildknecht
Meet Our StaffMeet Our Staff
The pastor, leaders, and servants who help our church family thrive.
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
— Matthew 18:20
When We Gather
Join Us This Week
Come as you are — there’s a seat saved for you and your family.
Sunday
Fellowship & Worship
9:30 AM
Coffee and fellowship followed by singing, prayer, and the morning message.
Sunday
Classes for All Ages
9:30 AM
Age-appropriate Bible classes for children, students, and adults.
Wednesday
Bible Study & Prayer
6:00 PM
Mid-week study and prayer (resumes when school is in session).
Planning Your First Visit?
Here’s What to Expect
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A Warm Welcome
A friendly face will greet you at the door, help you find your way, and introduce you to a few folks. You'll never be put on the spot or asked to stand up.
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Come As You Are
Some dress up, some come casual — what matters is that you came. Bring the whole family; we have caring, age-appropriate ministries for every child.
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Bible Teaching for Real Life
Singing, prayer, and a message from God's Word that meets you right where you are. Fellowship and worship begin Sunday at 9:30 AM.
About Our Church
A Warm and Loving Church Family.
First Baptist Church of Buckner is a place to belong. We’re an everyday family of believers who love God, love each other, and want to share that love with our community.
Everything we do is all about Jesus and for Jesus. Come find caring people, solid biblical teaching, and a ministry for every member of your family.
Learn more about us →A Caring Family
We do life together — celebrating, grieving, and growing as one church family.
Biblical Teaching
We hold to God's Word and the Baptist Faith & Message, teaching it for every age.
A Place for Everyone
Children, students, families, and seniors all have a home and a purpose here.
Our Faith
What We Believe
We hold to the Baptist Faith & Message 2000. Here’s the heart of it.
Jesus Christ
We believe Jesus is both God and Savior — that He died for our forgiveness, rose again, and is coming back.
The Scriptures
We believe the Bible is God's holy, inspired Word and our guide for faith and life.
Salvation
By grace through faith in Christ alone — admit, believe, confess, and receive the gift of eternal life.
All for Jesus
Everything we do is all about Jesus and for Jesus, lived out in community with one another.
For Every Age
Our Ministries
There’s a place for every member of your family to grow and belong.
What’s Happening
Upcoming at First Baptist
Mark your calendar — and bring a friend.
Jun
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June 29 – August 14
Free Summer Kids Meals
Free breakfast and lunch for kids all summer long. Our way of loving and serving the Buckner community.
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Now Enrolling
SonShine Preschool Enrollment
Spots are filling for the upcoming school year. Call (816) 650-5632 to reserve your child's place.
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This Week’s Message
Catch the Latest Message
Missed a Sunday, or want to revisit a message? Listen to our recent sermons anytime — God’s Word taught for everyday life, right here on the website.
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Support the Work of First Baptist.
Your generous gifts make our ministries, our preschool, and our outreach to Buckner possible. Give securely online any time — or drop your offering in the plate on Sunday morning.
“Each one must give as he has decided in his heart... for God loves a cheerful giver.”— 2 Corinthians 9:7
Life Together
Moments From Our Church Family
A glimpse of life at First Baptist Church of Buckner.
Sunday Worship
VBS Week
Fellowship Meals
Kingdom Kidz
Youth Activities
SonShine Preschool
Visit UsGet Directions
Come Worship With Us
Address
131 S. Hudson
Buckner, Missouri 64016
Phone
(816) 650-5632Gather Times
Sundays 9:30 AM · Wednesdays 6:00 PM
We’d Love to Pray With You
How Can We Pray For You?
Share your request and our pastor and prayer team will lift you up this week.