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Faith Baptist Church

Faith Baptist Church is an independent Baptist congregation at 8751 Fruitville Road in Sarasota. Sunday worship begins at 10:00 AM, followed by the Pastor's Class at 11:15 AM. David Anderson serves as senior pastor and Joseph Hamlin as assistant pastor. Services include Bible preaching, Christ-centered music, prayer and Scripture reading. Nursery and children's classes are available on Sunday mornings. The church also offers Adventure Club for children, a teen ministry, small groups, men's and women's Bible studies, Wednesday prayer and Bible study, and a Saturday prayer gathering. First-time visitors can follow the parking signs in front of the main building and find coffee and ministry information at the Services Desk after worship.

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Updated Oct 10, 2026

Service Times

Plan Visit

Sunday

Worship Service

10:00 AM

Pastors' Class

11:15 AM

Wednesday

Adventure Club

6:00 PM

Bible Study and Teens

6:30 PM

Thursday

Men's Bible Study

6:00 AM

Men's Bible Study

12:00 PM

Saturday

Prayer Group

9:30 AM

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At a Glance

Sunday worship begins at 10:00 AM and the Pastor's Class at 11:15 AM, at 8751 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34240. The campus is about three miles east of I-75 on Fruitville Road; follow the signs to visitor parking in front of the main building. Greeters help families find nursery care and children's classes through fifth grade. Worship includes Bible preaching, music, prayer and Scripture reading and usually lasts about one hour, though its length can vary. After worship, the Services Desk offers coffee and ministry information. Wednesday adult Bible study begins at 6:30 PM. Call 941-371-3071.

Kids ministry: Available

Church Ministries

Life Stages

NurseryNursery: Yes
PreschoolPreschool: Yes
ElementaryElementary: Yes
Middle SchoolMiddle School: Yes
High SchoolHigh School: Yes
Young AdultsYoung Adults: Yes
Seniors?Seniors: Unknown

Care & Support

Small GroupsSmall Groups: Yes
Clothing ClosetClothing Closet: Yes

Special Ministries

Programs & Outreach

Local OutreachLocal Outreach: Yes
Global MissionsGlobal Missions: Yes

Visit & Contact

Accessibility

Parking?Parking: Unknown
Accessible parking?Accessible parking: Unknown
Wheelchair accessible?Wheelchair accessible: Unknown
Accessible restrooms?Accessible restrooms: Unknown
Hearing assistance?Hearing assistance: Unknown
Sign language?Sign language: Unknown

Questions

When and where are Sunday services?

Sunday worship begins at 10:00 AM and the Pastor's Class at 11:15 AM, at 8751 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34240. Worship includes expository and topical Bible preaching, music, prayer and Scripture reading. It typically lasts about one hour, with variation.

Where should a visitor park?

The church is about three miles east of I-75 on Fruitville Road. Follow the signs to visitor parking in front of the main building. Greeters can help you find children's classes, and the Services Desk offers coffee and ministry information after worship.

What is available for children and teens?

Sunday care and age-appropriate classes serve infants through fifth grade with background-checked leaders. The current school-year Adventure Club serves children age three by September 1 through sixth grade, Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the gym. Teens for Christ serves seventh through twelfth grades, Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, currently meeting with the adult Bible study in the lobby.

Are there weekday studies and prayer groups?

Small groups meet in homes and at the church. Wednesday Bible study begins at 6:30 PM. Men's Bible studies meet Thursday at 6:00 AM and noon; a Saturday prayer group meets at 9:30 AM. Men's and women's ministries and local outreach offer additional opportunities.

Can I watch services online?

Sunday worship, the Pastor's Class and Wednesday Bible study are live-streamed. The church's official website and YouTube channel provide services and teaching.

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Leadership

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David Anderson

Senior Pastor

Church Values and Beliefs

Mission, values, theology, and beliefs that shape this church.

Theology Survey

Bible Interpretation
LiteralFlexible
Authority
Scripture AloneScripture and Tradition
Salvation by
Faith AloneFaith and Obedience
Baptism as
SymbolicSacrament
Security of Salvation
PermanentConditional
Conversion as
MomentProcess
Same-sex Relationships
Non-AffirmingAffirming
Pastoral Qualifications
Only MaleMale or Female

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Listing statusUnclaimed listing
Last verifiedOct 10, 2026
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