HELLO! If you're visiting for the first time you might fit into one of two groups. The first group is a local who is looking for a local chur ch. The second group is travelers. That is why one of our first questions often ask is, "are you a local or are you passing through?" But, no matter which group you find yourself in please know that we are honored that you are choosing to worship the Living God with us. We will do everything we can to care for you while you are with us. HOW DO I GET TO FBC? Beginning on Rohnerville Road and Newell Drive (across from Ray's Food Place) we have large A-frames with arrows directing you up the hill. There are four a-frames. There is a parking lot once you arrive. We will be on the right at 1976 Scenic Drive, Fortuna CA 95540 . WHAT TIME? We have 9:45 AM Sunday School Classes for all ages (about 60 minutes). (Check-in begins at 9:30 AM). We have 11:00 AM Corporate Worship Services (about 90 minutes). We have 5:30 PM Weekly Prayer Meeting (no meetings the first Sunday of the month). We have 6:00 PM Corporate Worship Services (about 60 minutes - no service the first Sunday of the month). If you are a first-time guest, you are probably visiting at one of these times. We usually start on time, but we still welcome those who might arrive late. WHERE DO I GO? We do our best to have a friendly person who will greet you as you arrive. The first place to go is the Sanctuary (the large brick building with the cross on top ). Here we have a resource area where you can get helpful information and a gift. The Two-Story building is where our classrooms are located. Just in case you can't find help or feel overwhelmed, there are maps located at the entrance of each building. WILL IT BE WEIRD? We hope not. At least not on purpose. We will not pressure you into giving us your information or doing anything that you are not comfortable doing. But that doesn't mean we won't try to make you feel welcome. We recognize that this may be your first time in a church building or that you may be dealing with heavy issues. So we want to care for you and not be a burden. WHAT ABOUT MY KIDS? It is our conviction that parents are the ones who are primarily responsible for evangelizing and discipling their children. Therefore, we endeavor to be a multi-generational and family-integrated church. That is why we encourage family members of all ages to join us to worship on Sunday mornings. Any age-specific class is always a supplement to what Dad and Mom are called to do at home. Worship, Bible Study, and other classes are places where children being present are not a problem but are encouraged to attend. This means we expect an appropriate amount of noise as Dad and Mom are training their children to participate in community life. Be encouraged, small children can learn to sit still and listen quietly (if taught how to do it!). We have a flyer at the resource table with more information about Families, Kids, and Worship . There is a nursery is available for children 0-2 (with a live feed of the service) and a Mother's room for nursing babies. WHERE IS THE RESTROOM? There are two restrooms at the entrance to the S anctuary (the large brick building with the cross on top ) and a restroom on each floor of the Two-Story building. THANK YOU! We have each been in the place you are. Looking to visit a new church for the first time. We understand that you may have a lot of questions and concerns. So we want to say thank you for choosing to trust us and join us. We look forward to meeting you! May God bless you as you seek to know him!

CORPORATE WORSHIP Our times of corporate worship are centered on the exaltation of the Living God. This includes reading, preaching, and teaching of the word of God as well as prayer, singing, giving, baptism, communion (Lord’s Supper), and time of confession. We encourage family members of all ages to join us to worship together. Small noises are a part of raising godly children. So find peace knowing we are pleased to have children join us to worship the living God. Click here for previous sermons. THE CHURCH IS A GATHERING OF BELIEVERS The word translated as 'church' in the Bible is from the Greek word 'ecclesia' which means gathering . Therefore, we should understand the church fundamentally as a gathering of people. Worship is not what makes a church. Worship is a function of the church. What makes a church is the gathering of believers around the word of God in the name of Jesus Christ. This means that we do not primarily gather to worship, because worship is possible anywhere. Instead, we primarily gather so that we can worship God as a gathered body of believers. This is a activity that we cannot do individually. The minimum essential marks of a gathered body of believers, a church, is the preaching of the word of God, the administration of the ordinances (Communion and Baptism), and church discipline. So, whether we gather in a sanctuary, in a home, in a cave, or in a field, we gather to do together what we cannot do alone. MUSIC AND SINGING Music and sin ging is very significant to the FBC Fortuna family. That is why we love songs with beautiful melodies and rich theology. Concerts are good, but corporate worship is not to be confused with a concert. As we gather together to worship the living God we make it a priority to sing as an act of worship and encouragement for one another. That is why you will see that we leave the lights on and sing very loud. To help our church family sing loud and with thoughtfulness about the words we limit the amount of songs we sing each year. We also provide playlist to those song on YouTube and Spotify. As you join us in singing remember that singing is not the goal. The goal is will always remain to encourage one another and to bring praise and glory to the God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. If you would like a physical copy of the songs we sing, or a Hymnal, please s ee a Music Leader. Songs We Sing (YouTube Playlists) YouTube 2026 YouTube 2025 YouTube 2024 YouTube 2 023 YouTube 2022 YouTube 2021 Songs We Si ng (Spotify Playlists) Spotify 2026 Spotify 2025 Spotify 2024 Spotify 2023 Spotify 2022 Spotify 2021 Spotify 2019 SERMONS The church is a gathering of believers. That is why it is our strong conviction that these sermon recordings must never replace participation in the local church. The purpose of making these sermons available is for the following reasons. For those who were sick or otherwise unable to attend corporate worship. For those looking for a church and desiring to hear samples of the preaching before attending. For those looking to supplement their current Bible Study and private devotions. There may be other meaningful reasons to listen to these sermons, but never let those reasons replace the command to gather regularly with the body under the preaching of the word of God. For more sermons and writings by Pastor John please visit MusicaTheologica.com Also on Spotify: Musica Theologica Youtube: FBC Fortuna Audio Video FBC Fortuna Play Video Play Video 43:59 Acts 22:23-29 - God The Government And The Sword March 22nd, 2026 - John Carter - Sunday Evening Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 01:00:51 Genesis 29:31-30:24 - Jacob's Sons March 22nd, 2026 - John Carter - Sunday Morning Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 31:08 Acts 22:1-22 - Paul's Conversion and Calling March 15th, 2026 - John Carter - Sunday Evening Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 51:39 Genesis 29:1-30 - Jacob Marries Two Sisters March 15th, 2026 - John Carter - Sunday Morning Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 37:57 Acts 21:27-40 - Paul At The Hands Of The Mob March 8th, 2026 - John Carter - Sunday Evening Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 50:32 Genesis 28:10 22 - God Blesses Jacob March 8th, 2026 - John Carter - Morning Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 53:23 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 - Church Discipline: Love in Action March 1st, 2026 - John Carter - Sunday Morning Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com Play Video Play Video 41:54 Hebrews 11:6-7 - By Faith Alone February 22nd, 2026 - Steven Fetters - Sunday Evening Service More about First Baptist Church of Fortuna: fbcfortuna.com More Teaching by John Carter musicatheologica.com

JESUS & KIDS Jesus was very clear, kids are important to him and his kingdom. That means that kids are important to us too! This has led us to make some very important decisions on how we function as a community of believers. First, we are a Family-Integrated Church. This means that we try to keep age segregated activities to a minimum. Kids in worship, Bible Study, or any other context is not a problem to be solved. It is a gift to be embraced. Second, we are protective of any child entrusted to us. This means we have set-up some ways to help you as a parent know that we are looking out for both the spiritual and the physical safety of your kids. CHECK-IN & PICK-UP The first time you come you may discover everyone has not met you yet. So to ensure that you leave with the same kids that you brought we check-in every child from birth through 6th grade. Please enter the front of the Main building to check-in your kids. A friendly greeter will be there to help you with this process. Check-in usually begins about 15 minutes before class (about 9:30 AM) and each kid needs to be picked up within 15 minutes of the end of class (before 11 AM). The person who checks-in the child will also need to pick up the child. To speed up the check-in process, please consider providing us with your kid's information in advance by filling out the form below. REGISTER HERE LOOK FOR TAGS When you first arrive you may notice that the teaches have printed tags with their name. Anyone with a "TEACHER" tag is safe to leave your child with. Every person who works with children is a member of FBC Fortuna, has gone through an application process, and has passed a background check. RUNNING LATE We've been there. You're running late because the shoe clogged the toilet and you're not eve n sure you brushed your teeth. That's okay! We have restrooms and no one will notice you eating breath mints like candy. However, we do lock the doors to the t wo-story building at 10 AM. After this time you will need to enter through the main entrance (large brick building with the cross on top). W e want to make sure we are aware of any guests on the church grounds so someone will greet you and make sure you make it to the right class. If you have any questions please contact Lexi (Kids Sunday School Coordinator) or Pastor John.

Sound Doctrine in accordance with the gospel. An annual conference held the last week in April. 2026 Registration Sound Doctrine Conference Sound doctrine in accordance with the gospel But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. Titus 2:1 - ESV Theology of Worship What is worship? This word is broadly used by different people and religions, but what do Christians mean by the word worship? Even Christians use the word in very different ways. This of course causes all sorts of confusion in the Church. This year’s Sound Doctrine Conference will turn our attention to worship by looking at the biblical theology of worship in four areas (words) of worship. In addition to the four topics covered there will be a panel discussion on Worship in the Local Church. Worship: A Biblical Theology of Worship Sacrifice [Session 1 - Friday] Pastor Jason Hunt : Grace Baptist Church of Eureka Praise [Session 2 - Saturday] Pastor Philip Blazek : Hydesville Community Church Service [Session 3 - Saturday] Pastor Rob Foster : Pelican Bay Church of Crescent City Q&A [Session 4 - Saturday] Worship in the Local Church (Panel Discussion) Pure [Session 5 - Saturday] Pastor John Carter First Baptist Church of Fortuna Register Conference Merch @ Redbubble 2026 Cost $60 Per Household ($30 for Singles) The Sound Doctrine Conference is made possible by the sacrificial giving of FBC Fortuna and generous supporters. If you would like to donate you may do so at the conference or online. Support Friday Night there is a potluck dinner at 6 PM. Saturday lunch is provided. Friday at Noon there is a Pastor's Lunch and Fellowship. There is no child care provided. However children are welcome to attend. The Training Room and Nursery (babies - 4) will be available for parents to use with their children.. The sessions will be available to watch from the Training Room. Did we mention that we love to give away books? Each year we gather together some useful books that promote sound doctrine and godliness. [One set of books per household.] The Sound Doctrine Conference takes place at First Baptist Church of Fortuna 1976 Scenic Dr. Fortuna, CA Google Map On Friday at 12 PM there is a FREE Pastor's lunch and fellowship. This time is open to Men who are currently serving as a Pastor (or Elder/Overseer). After lunch and a time to fellowship with one another a Pastor will bring a word of encouragement and exhortation. Pastor, you are encouraged to attend even if you are not able to attend the main conference. Please register if you plan on attending. Register Now we know that the law is good, if one uses it lawfully, understanding this, that the law is not laid down for the just but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who strike their fathers and mothers, for murderers, the sexually immoral, men who practice homosexuality, enslavers, liars, perjurers, and whatever else is contrary to sound doctrine, in accordance with the gospel of the glory of the blessed God with which I have been entrusted. 1 Timothy 1:8-11 - ESV PREVIOUS CONFERENCES Sound Doctrine Conference (Creeds and Confessions) - 2025 Sound Doctrine Conference (Love of God) - 2024 Sound Doctrine Conference (Image Dei - Male and Female) - 2023 Sound Doctrine (The Church) - 2022 Sound Doctrine (Godliness) - 2021 Missions Conference (Church Planting Churches) - 2020 Missions Conference (Church History) - 2019 More audio at www.musicatheologica.com Videos on YouTube