The Challenge
We are blessed with wonderful facilities, but we also recognize they present some clear challenges to current and future ministry growth.
Our current space does not allow the entire church to gather and worship the Lord in one place.
Our multi-service format is challenging for intergenerational church growth and health.
Hundreds of people fill our church each week, but our current hospitality and lobby space limits our ability to cultivate fellowship among our church family and become a welcoming space for new people.
This lack of space is very evident on Sunday mornings, with no natural places to easily linger and fellowship.
New people are often confused by our campus layout and have difficulty navigating.
Our current layout makes it difficult for families with children to safely drop their children off for church activities.
In light of these challenges before us, we must prayerfully and purposely root ourselves in Covington, reach our community with the gospel, and replicate our lives for God’s glory through a significant investment in our church.
Our Community
Newton county is experiencing growth and development at a fast pace.
By 2026, the greatest population segment will be ages 25–34.
73% of people within 10 miles of our church have no involvement in a religious congregation.
Whether existing or new residents, our community desperately needs a faithful, gospel-driven church!
Our Opportunity
Unity & Growth
We have an amazing opportunity both to unite and grow with a new and larger worship space that allows us to strengthen our unity by worshiping in one blended service as well as make room for continued church growth. The architectural plans include a beautiful new sanctuary that provides seating for up to 1,000 people, as well as space for our choir, musicians, and vocalists.
Fellowship, Flow, & Accessibility
We have the opportunity to create an inviting space that allows for greater fellowship, better handicap accessibility, and improved church campus flow for members and visitors. A new lobby space will connect our worship center, education, and children’s buildings to create better circulation and more space for fellowship.
More Effective Local & Global Missions
We want to make more room to reach a growing community with the gospel. This campaign is strategic to our plan to make disciples of all nations in Covington and around the world. As the Lord allows us to construct new facilities, we will grow together into a missional engine that passionately drives efforts of intentional discipleship, church planting, and global missions.
Project Features
Architectural Renderings by HH Architects
Get Involved
Pray
Join us in prayer as you consider your own part in giving to Growing Together. Ask God to use First Baptist Covington to advance His kingdom and to give us a spirit of generosity.
Make a Pledge
Commit funds to support the building project. Through one-time and monthly gifts, you will make it possible for us to continue growing together for years to come.