Here is some information which may help you know what to expect on your first visit.

What time are Services?

Services are held every Sunday morning at 8:45 and 11:15. Our 8:45 service has a traditional worship style and the 11:15 service is more contemporary in worship style Bible Study (Sunday School) classes for all ages meet at 10:00.

How do I get to First Rosenberg

We are located in Rosenberg, Texas, a few miles southwest of Houston. Travel southwest on US-59, take the TX 36 exit. Drive North on Highway 36 to the 1st Street/Ave. I traffic light. The church is located on the southeast corner. See the map on the contact us page for detailed directions.

Where do I park?

We have specially designated parking spaces near the Worship Center in the First Street parking lot. We also have a covered carport next to the side entrance for loading and unloading during inclement weather. View church maps located on the resource page.

Handicap Access

There is handicap access for wheel chairs via the front Worship Center entrance and the side Education Building entrance. There are also designated parking places available for vehicles carrying handicapped individuals.

What happens when I get there?

You will be greeted by our friendly FBC Greeters, men and women who will assist you with parking and directions, give you information about our Bible Study classes and assist you in answering any questions.

What about Childcare?

We offer childcare for preschoolers from birth through 3 years of age in the Preschool area. A greeter will assist you getting your child there. Children can stay in the same classroom during both the Bible Study and Worship Service, to allow you to attend both activities.

Before the Service starts

If you arrive before the service starts, you will notice that our worship center is an auditorium filled with rows of pews. There are no reserved seats, so you may sit anywhere. Each pew has a book rack with song books in it. Many people will be greeting each other during this time. As you enter the Worship Center, you will receive a copy of the Worship Celebration Guide which gives you information about the order of worship as well as information on the many happenings at First Baptist Church. Don't worry though if you arrive just a little after the service has started. The ushers may have the doors closed but they will assist you in finding a comfortable seat. (You won't be alone!)

What is Worship like?

Services generally last about 1 hour. Our worship service is a time of joyful worship and praise, with a variety of traditional and contemporary Christian music lead by our Sanctuary Choir, soloists and instrumentalist.  If you would like to see a example of how our services are laid out you may visit our resource page and open one of our worship guides from a previous week..

How are Guests Greeted?

Before the service many of our other members will probably extend a friendly greeting to you. During the worship service, we have a special time designated for greeting one another, members as well as guest. Guest are not singled out in any way. You do not have to register or sign your name to anything if you do not wish to; however, we would like to know you were our guest and ask, if you wish to, to fill out some information. We ask that you drop it in the offering plate when they pass by at the end of the Worship Service, so that we may get to know your needs. If you are visiting from out of town and planning on moving to the Rosenberg/Richmond area or would like a visit from one of our staff members, we would love to know that.

The Message

Dr. Donnie Melton gives Bible-based messages lasting about 30 minutes. Audio tapes of the message are available by request. Call the church office for information.

Invitation

At the end of his message, Dr. Melton will offer an invitation for anyone who does not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ to come forward and accept Him as Lord and Savior. He will also ask those who would like to join our church family to come forward. The song that is then sung while the congregation stands is an opportunity for those people to come to the front of the Worship Center and talk with a staff member about their decisions.

Decisions that can be made for membership:

1. By Profession of Faith : If you are not yet a Christian but would like to be, or if you are a Christian but have never been baptized by immersion as a believer, our pastor will pray with you and guide you in your decision.

2. By Transfer of Letter : If you are a Christian and a member of a church of like faith and order, we will write to the church where you are a member and request that a letter of transfer be sent.

3. By Statement : If you are a Christian and have been baptized as a believer according to the scriptures, and do not either have current membership in a church or are currently a member of a church that does not grant letters of transfer, you can receive membership by your affirmation of the above.

Giving

Offering plates are passed in the worship services in order to allow people to worship the Lord through the giving of their gifts to Him.  While members are encouraged to bring their gifts, guests are not asked to give.  This is the time the guests may place their guest registration form into the offering plate.

After the Service

Dr. Melton generally meets folks in the front concourse after the service, so you will have a chance to personally talk with him if you like.

Bible Study (Sunday School)

We may seem rather large to the first time visitor but we are made up of many different, smaller age groups of differing backgrounds. We encourage people to check out our Bible Study classes in order to get to know other people just like you.

Classes are offered for all ages at 10:00 a.m. Greeters outside the Worship Center and in the concourses can direct you to your room.

We hope to see you soon at First Rosenberg!