Train In The Church
For The Church

Join our weekend workshop January 15-18, 2026!

Our Mission

The First Baptist Center for Ministry Training exists to train gospel ministers within the context of a healthy local church for a lifetime of faithful ministry. The Center is an extension of the equipping ministry of First Baptist Church Jacksonville specifically aimed to serve several groups of ministry leaders.

Aspiring Pastors

currently enrolled in seminary or college, the Center supplements classroom learning with immersive hands-on mentorship in a vibrant local church.

Established Pastors

already serving in full-time ministry, the Center sharpens the convictions and skills necessary for enduring ministry faithfulness.

Church Members

presently ministering at First Baptist Jacksonville, the Center strengthens the discipleship and training opportunities for enhanced ministry effectiveness.

Resources

Get Equipped

Weekend Workshop

We invite you to join us for our Weekend Workshop that allows you to select a track that focuses on your specific ministry interest and learn in a cohort style interaction. Spend the weekend with the pastors of First Baptist Church Jacksonville to get an inside look at the ministry of this historic church and learn practical principles and insights to take to your own ministry context. Choose between Leadership & Revitalization, Counseling & Discipleship, Worship and Music, and Preaching & Teaching.

Workshop Information