At IBC, our ministries exist to equip and encourage the church to function as a family (Mark 3:35; John 17:20-22, Ephesians 2:14-19, and Titus 2:1-5) as we spur one another on to love and good works (Hebrews 10:24). We believe we are called by God to love and serve those around us because of the image of God that each human being bears, having been created in God’s likeness. Therefore, every human being has worth and, as Christ has taught us, we seek to serve others first rather than being served, to love and pray for those who are enemies of the Church, to seek mercy and the good of those who’s burdens are heavy, and to be the voice of those who are voiceless, marginalized, and in need.
We seek to accomplish all of this through our Church-related ministries and our Community-minded ministries that focus internally on the body of believers at IBC and outward in our local community and beyond to the ends of the Earth.
Community Care:
Biblical Counseling is offered through our Pastoral team on an *appointment basis* and is available for anyone who desires Biblical counseling. Please email info@idlewildbaptist.org for information and appointment scheduling.
Children
At IBC Kids, we exist to reach children for Christ and help them to grow in God’s love. It is our desire to work hand-in-hand with families to build a solid spiritual foundation. We believe children can come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and can grow into spiritual champions. To that end, we…
Students
At IBC Youth, our mission is to see students and their families changed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to live authentic lives for Jesus Christ. Fall 2024 Midweek YTH Series Join us every Wednesday night throughout the Fall in the Activity Center for our regular midweek programming! It can be easy to join…
Discipleship
Why Discipleship Bible Studies? Jesus tells us in Matthew 28:19 to “go make disciples” and in Mark 15:15 to “preach the good news to all creation.” In obedience to our Lord and Savior, team up with a small group of believers in an informal setting for “growing in our knowledge of God’s truth.” Then to…
Young at heart
Young at Heart is for anyone 50 or above. If this is you, we invite you to join us as we enjoy the fellowship and fun with others during activities, dinners, trips, outreach, etc during the year. A small annual dues is collected for this ministry to offset the annual cost. If you are not…
Life Groups
For those seeking greater fellowship opportunities before Sunday morning services, Idlewild Baptist Church offers Life Groups from 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM each Sunday with a variety of classes for both adults and children. In our Life Groups, we are committed to studying God’s Word and supplementary theological resources that allow for greater understanding of the Christian…
Recreation
The Idlewild Baptist Recreation Ministry seeks to glorify God, introduce Christ, and apply his teachings in a recreational environment. We offer Spring and Fall baseball and softball for both girls and boys, Ages 5 to 15, on our church campus. SPRING 2024 TEE-BALL/BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! As in years past, the tee-ball/baseball…
Missions
Baptist Men Baptist Men is a fellowship of men and boys organized to advance the cause of Christian missions through education and promotion. Contact: Church Office (704-847-6565) Israel Mission Trip May 13-22 We will have a team from our Church heading to Israel to engage in a mission trip. Find out more about this trip…