Welcome to Porter First Baptist Church in Porter, TX. Join us for uplifting worship, Bible teachings, and a welcoming community. Find your place with us! Welcome to Porter First No matter your age or stage of life, there is a place for you at Porter First. Discover how you and your family can grow, connect, and serve together. Join us on Sundays! Life Groups for all ages at 9:15 AM Worship & Children's Church at 10:30 AM PLAN YOUR VISIT WATCH US LIVE New? Start Here! LEARN MORE Livestream Service WATCH NOW support by giving DONATE Join Us For Our Next Sermon 01 d 00 h 25 m 59 s WATCH US LIVE Meet Our Pastor Rob Ray Rob's mission is to encounter God through meaningful worship, to grow in Christ through ministry and missions, to educate toward Christian maturity, and to serve while encouraging through Christian love. MEET OUR STAFF LISTEN TO SERMONS OUR MINISTRIES Whether you're an adult, student, or child there is a place for you at Porter First. Find out more about how you can get involved. KIDS students adults Creative Arts Missions UPCOMING EVENTS Ladies Banquet Ladies, registration opens on August 2 for the Ladies Banquet! Join us for Created, Crafted and Called with Guest Speaker Rachel Norris of Joy Potters. Tickets are just $15 each—buy one for yourself and bless a friend with another! Ticket Sales Close on September 9, 2026! September 12, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Porter First Baptist Church, Farm to Market Road 1314, Porter, TX, USA Register First Connections Class Ready to learn more about Porter First? Join our first connections class to learn more about us! Sunday, Sep 20, 2026 12 PM - 1 PM 24570 FM1314, Porter, TX 77365, USA Register Trunk or Treat Get ready to join the fun! We’re looking for creative and silly decorated vehicles to be part of this year’s PFBC Trunk or Treat. Register your car, truck, or SUV to hand out candy and bring smiles to kids of all ages. Costumes, themed trunks are highly encouraged! Please refrain from themes, clothing, or decorations involving witches, ghosts, spirits, etc. Think "Fall Festival" Space is limited, so sign up early to reserve your spot. Let’s make this a safe, festive, and unforgettable night for the whole community! October 25, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM 24570 FM1314, Porter, TX 77365, USA Register VIEW ALL EVENTS Stay up to date We're always growing, serving, and sharing! We'd love for you to be a part of it. Whether you're looking to get plugged in, have a question, or want to stay informed about what's happening in our church family, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way. Join Our Mailing List Contact Us Upcoming Events

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CHILDREN'S choir MUSIC Contact Information: Troy Cates, Minister of Worship • Office: 281-354-3339 • Cell: 281-384-1341 • Email: troy@porterfirst.org Christmas Music 01 Gloria - Listening_1701A25M004 Artist Name 00:00 / 05:32 02 Angels (Glory to God) - Listening_1701A25M004 Artist Name 00:00 / 04:07 03 The Bells - Listening_1701A25M004 Artist Name 00:00 / 03:56 07 Holy Forever (Christmas Edition) - Listening_1701A25M004 Artist Name 00:00 / 07:06

Explore our Bible Recap program at Porter First Baptist Church. Deepen your understanding of Scripture through guided recaps and discussions. bible recap read through the bible chronologically in one year Each day, join our church family as we read the assigned reading (see plans below), then tune in to The Bible Recap each day after you've finished reading (see video podcast below)! All you need is a regular Bible or you can use the YouVersion App or online Bible at the links below. the bible recap plan The Bible Recap is a short daily podcast (~8 minutes) hosted by Tara-Leigh Cobble. She’ll highlight and summarize that day’s Bible reading in a casual, easy to understand way. The Bible Recap will not only help you read scripture but help you love reading it! FULL YEAR READING PLAN DAILY PODCAST PURCHASE THE BIBLE RECAP BOOK YOUVERSION BIBLE APP

Stay updated with the latest events at Porter First Baptist Church. Join us for community activities, worship services, and more! Porter First Events get involved WEEKLY EVENTS Sundays: • 9:15 AM Life Groups for All Ages • 10:30 AM Worship, Children's Church • 5:00 PM College & Career Bible Study (Year-Round), Student Choir, Adult & Children Bible Studies (Sep-May) Wednesdays: • 6:00 PM Preschool & Children's Choir (Sep-May) • 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study & Prayer Meeting, Adult Choir Rehearsal, Student Ministry, and Gear Up for Preschool & Children UPCOMING EVENTS Ladies Banquet Ladies, registration opens on August 2 for the Ladies Banquet! Join us for Created, Crafted and Called with Guest Speaker Rachel Norris of Joy Potters. Tickets are just $15 each—buy one for yourself and bless a friend with another! Ticket Sales Close on September 9, 2026! September 12, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Porter First Baptist Church, Farm to Market Road 1314, Porter, TX, USA Register Men's Life U Class- Spiritual Leadership Spiritual Leadership stands as a proven classic for developing such leadership. J. Oswald Sanders, a Christian leader for nearly seventy years, presents the key principles of leadership in both the temporal and spiritual realms. He illustrates his points with examples from Scripture and biographies of eminent men of God, such as Moses, Nehemiah, the apostle Paul, David Livingstone, Charles Spurgeon, and others. Cost: $10.00. Cost: $10.00. Registration required. September 13, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 24570 FM1314, Porter, TX 77365, USA Register First Connections Class Ready to learn more about Porter First? Join our first connections class to learn more about us! Sunday, Sep 20, 2026 12 PM - 1 PM 24570 FM1314, Porter, TX 77365, USA Register Ladies Life U Bible Class "Angels" Ladies - join us in an 8-week study about Angels on Sunday evenings at 5:00. The cost of the book with video access is a suggested donation of $10. Childcare is provided but you must specify the number of children and their ages so that we have an adequate number of childcare providers. October 4 - November 22, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 24570 FM1314, Porter, TX 77365, USA Register Trunk or Treat Get ready to join the fun! We’re looking for creative and silly decorated vehicles to be part of this year’s PFBC Trunk or Treat. Register your car, truck, or SUV to hand out candy and bring smiles to kids of all ages. Costumes, themed trunks are highly encouraged! Please refrain from themes, clothing, or decorations involving witches, ghosts, spirits, etc. Think "Fall Festival" Space is limited, so sign up early to reserve your spot. Let’s make this a safe, festive, and unforgettable night for the whole community! October 25, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM 24570 FM1314, Porter, TX 77365, USA Register BACK NEXT

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Looking for a welcoming church in Porter, TX? Visit Porter First Baptist Church for uplifting worship and community fellowship. VISIT US AT Porter First WELCOME TO PORTER FIRST Our Mission: To encounter God through meaningful worship. To grow in Christ through ministry and missions, and to educate toward Christian maturity. To go serve while encouraging one another through Christian love. As you plan your visit, below are some things to know. What is the worship service like? Our services last about an hour and fifteen minutes. Our music style is a blend of current contemporary praise & worship and the great hymns of faith. We have a praise team backed by our worship choir. We use a variety of instruments, including horns, percussion, keyboards, acoustic and electric guitars. We teach biblical truths using drama, videos, personal stories, and preaching. What do I wear? Our members and guests typically dress casual. You will find anything from coat and tie to flip flops and T-shirt. Dress modest but to your comfort. Can I become a church member? Our church membership is made up of professing Christians dedicated to biblical truths. You become a member of the church by a Transfer of Membership, Profession of Faith and Baptism, or by a Statement of Faith after attending a one session new members class and meeting briefly with a staff member. Can I serve as a volunteer at church? Yes, there are hundreds of service opportunities within the church and out in the community. We believe every person has gifts and talents that are to be used to serve others. Are you associated with any particular denomination? Yes, we are part of the Southern Baptist Convention (sbc.net ), an organization with more than 16 million members from over 42,000 churches dedicated to sharing the good news of God's love with people around the world in cooperation of like faith. We also cooperate with the Southern Baptists of Texas (sbtexas.com ) convention. What activities do you have for children? We offer a comprehensive ministry to children from birth through 5th grade that includes age specific classes on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. There are also various special events throughout the summer. Ultimately everything we do for children is centered on the concept of Faith@Home. What activities do you have for students? Our Student Ministry includes 6th through 12th graders. Our students meet in classes on Sunday morning and have a mid-week worship service and Bible study on Wednesday evenings. Do you have a singles ministry? Yes, we have Sunday classes for college-age through older singles. How do I become a Christian? Do you know for certain where you will spend eternity? The Bible records Jesus as saying, "God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16 NIV) . . . but what does that mean? God's Plan is that we spend eternity with Him. We receive eternal life as a free gift from a loving God. "The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." (Romans 6:23) What are Your Beliefs? The Bible We believe the Bible is the Word of God. Every word in the original writings is inspired by God and is without error. It is accurate in all matters to which it speaks - spiritual, historical, and scientific. It is the supreme and final authority for faith and life. God We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, each of whom possesses equally all the attributes of Deity and the characteristics of personality. Jesus Christ We believe that Jesus Christ is God's Son. He was miraculously born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, died to atone for the sins of human beings, was buried, bodily arose from the grave, ascended into heaven and will personally return to establish His kingdom on the earth. The Holy Spirit We believe that the Holy Spirit, the third Person of the Godhead, convicts people of sin, regenerates, baptizes, indwells, seals, and empowers believers for holy living. Human Beings We believe that human beings are the special creations of God, made in His image. They fell through the sin of the first man, Adam, and are all born with a sinful nature. All human beings are sinners, separated from God, in need of salvation. The Church We believe the church is a local body of baptized believers with the Lord Jesus Christ as the Head. It exists to worship and serve God, encourage believers in their spiritual growth and share the good news of God’s forgiveness with all people. Salvation We believe salvation is the gift of God. It is received by expressing repentance toward God and faith in Jesus Christ. Every person who truly is saved is eternally secure in Jesus Christ and will spend eternity in heaven, while those who die in their sins will spend eternity in hell. Baptism We believe baptism is an act of obedience for the believer. It is by immersion after salvation and is done in obedience to Jesus Christ's command. Baptism identifies the believer with the local church. For a more in-depth look at our doctrinal position, read the 2000 Baptist Faith and Message of the Southern Baptist Convention.

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Porter First Baptist Church offers a vibrant Kids Ministry for children of all ages. Fun activities, Bible lessons, and more for your children! Porter First KIDS KIDS Ministry The purpose of the Porter First Kids is to bring children into age appropriate worship where they can belong to the family of God, to grow in their relationship with Jesus, to learn to serve and then go share Jesus to the community they live in. Life Groups LIFE KIDS is the Sunday morning Bible study for children birth through 5th grade. LIFE KIDS meet every Sunday morning at 9:15am to 10:15am. All children from birth through 5th grade are registered at the welcome centers in the nursery, preschool and grade school areas. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. THE LITTLE'S: Newborns to 2 year old's Location: First floor of the FIRST KIDS Children’s Building labeled “THE LITTLE'S” FIRST KIDS Preschool: 2 years that are potty-trained through Kindergarten Location: First floor of the FIRST KIDS Children’s Building labeled “FIRST KIDS” FIRST KIDS Grade School: 1st grade through 5th Grade Location: Second floor of the FIRST KIDS Children’s Building in the Command Center Babies to Age 2 THE LITTLES is our Nursery where we are committed to ensuring that every infant and young child feels the warmth of God's love. We achieve this through engaging classes that include prayer, enjoyable playtime with fun toys, and interactive activities, all overseen by our compassionate caregivers. All newborns - 2 years old are registered at the welcome center in the nursery area on the first floor. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. Our children are kept in a secure area and are cared for by loving church members who have been trained and have background checks annually. We provide rooms for bed babies, crawlers and walkers. Sundays 9:15 - 12:00 PM Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 PM These rooms are located on the first floor of our children's area. Children will be received 15 minutes prior to a scheduled event. Preschool Ages: Potty Trained 2 Years Olds - Kindergarten Children are taught valuable lessons from the Bible in an enjoyable and interactive manner, including hands-on activities, music, and crafts. Through the guidance of nurturing instructors, kids grow to love God and learn more about Him. All preschoolers are registered at the welcome center in the nursery area on the first floor. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. Our children are kept in a secure area and are cared for by loving church members who have been trained and have background checks annually. Sundays Life Kids Bible Study at 9:15 AM Children's Church (Kids Jam Jr) at 10:30 AM Wednesdays Preschool Children's Choir from 6:00 - 6:25 PM (Sept - May) Playscape Fun & Bible Learning from 6:30 - 7:30 PM These rooms are located on the first floor of our children's area. Children will be received 15 minutes prior to a scheduled event. Children Ages: 1st - 5th Grades Children absorb the teachings of God in a manner that shapes their decision-making and behavior positively. The Bible study sessions are crafted to motivate them to integrate biblical principles into their everyday lives. All children are registered at the second floor welcome center on the second floor. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. Our children are cared for by loving church members who have been trained and have background checks annually. Sundays Life Kids Bible Study at 9:15 AM Children's Church (Kids Jam) at 10:30 AM Wednesdays Children's Choir from 6:00 - 6:25 PM (Sept - May) Bible Study (Gear Up) from 6:30 - 7:30 PM These rooms are located on the second floor of our children's area. Children will be received 15 minutes prior to a scheduled event. FAQ What age groups does your children’s ministry cater to? Porter FBC FIRST KIDS Children’s caters to children from birth to 5th grade. How do you ensure the safety and security of the children during activities? Children birth through kindergarten is received at a welcome counter in which the child will be registered for that activity. When the child is registered a nametag will be printed and placed on the child. In addition the parent/guardian will be give an identification tag. This identification tag MUST be presented in order to receive your child. Children first thru fifth grade are checked in and given a nametag. The Minister of Children can only release the child to a parent picking up the child. Are background checks conducted on volunteers working with children? Yes, every paid employee and volunteer goes through a vetting process that includes a criminal background check, Ministry Safe training and interview. What are the programs and activities available for children? Every Sunday at 9:15am birth thru fifth graders attend an age and/or grade appropriate Bible study called LIFE Kids. Every Sunday children under the age 3 at 10:30 are taken care of in extended session childcare. Every Sunday at 10:30 children age 3 to 5 participate in their very own worship service called KIDS JAM, JR. Every Sunday at 10:30 children in grades first thru fifth grade participate in their very own worship service called KIDS JAM. Every Wednesday night at 6:30 children birth thru 5 years of age participate in various age appropriate Bible study activities. Every Wednesday night at 6:30 children in grades first thru fifth grade participate in Wednesday Night Kids Ministry Bible Study called GEAR UP”. Is there a registration process for children to participate? Yes, every Sunday and Wednesday night activity child are enrolled in each program and checked in. Visitors are asked to fill out a guest registration form in which that child will be enrolled in that activity. Other activities that do not take place on a Sunday or Wednesday parents will be asked to enroll their child for that program or activity online. Are there any special events or outings planned for children throughout the year? Yes, yearly events such as VBS, Easter Events and Summer Camp and Christmas Events in addition to many other special events that take place through the year. You can find out about these planned activities on the children’s ministry events page. Is there a dedicated space or room for nursing mothers? Yes, there is a private, quiet, and comfortable room dedicated for nursing mothers. Are there any fees associated with the programs and activities associated with the children’s ministry? Most children events are free however some events there may be a nominal fee to participate. The most expensive children’s ministry event is CentriKid Children’s Camp for third thru fifth graders that can cost between $50 to $200 depending on the amount of funds is raised during the annual fundraising event. Can visitors observe any of the children’s ministry programs and activities before committing to regular attendance? Yes, any parent whether they are a guest or member of PFBC can observe or participate in any children’s ministry program, event or activity. What curriculum or teaching materials do you use for children’s classes? PFBC FIRST KIDS Children’s Ministry uses the following curriculum: Sunday LIFE KIDS at 9:15 (birth thru fifth grades): The Gospel Project by LifeWay Publishing Sunday KIDS JAM, JR at 10:30 (ages 3 to 5): Lil’K by KidMo. Sunday KIDS JAM at 10:30 (grades 1 to 5): High Voltage Kids Wednesday Night Kids “GEAR UP” (grades to 5): Children’s Ministry Deals

Explore the Creative Arts ministry at Porter First Baptist Church. Get involved with music, art, drama, and more to glorify God. Porter First CREATIVE ARTS CREATIVE ARTS Ministry The purpose of the Creative Arts ministry is to inspire all people to worship God, and to bring glory to Him through the use of the creative talents He has given us. Worship Choir The Worship Choir is for adults who enjoy singing with others and are willing to attend weekly rehearsals. This choir sings most Sundays as well as for special seasonal events. The Worship Choir rehearses on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the Choir Room. Student Choir Student Choir is for grades 6-12 and meets on Sunday afternoons at 5:00 PM in the Choir Room. This choir meets from September until May, sings in worship periodically and joins the Worship Choir on some songs. Soloists in our multi-generational worship times are chosen out of this ensemble. Children's Choir Children's Choir is for grades 1-5 and our Preschool Choir is for 4 & 5 years through Kindergarten. These groups meet on Wednesdays at 6 PM. These choirs meet from September until May and present a Christmas musical, sing in worship periodically and join the Worship Choir on some songs. Soloists in our multi-generational worship times are chosen out of these ensembles. Praise Team Vocalists from our Worship Choir are chosen by the Worship Pastor to provide vocal leadership during congregational worship. These teams sing on a rotation basis and rehearse on Wednesday nights following Worship Choir rehearsal. Band The Worship Band plays for congregational worship and accompanies the choir. This group rehearses at 7:30 PM on Wednesdays and on Sunday mornings at 8:30 AM. Participation is by invitation following an interview with the Worship Pastor. Please contact troy@porterfirst.org for more information. Tech Team The technical arts team is comprised of volunteers running the sound, lights, lyric computer, cameras, and video production console. If you are interested in being trained in one or more of these areas, please contact troy@porterfirst.org Drama If you have talents in acting or writing, we would love to have you use these abilities as we have need in our worship. Please contact troy@porterfirst.org to get more information about how you can serve. Choir Member Page FAQ How can I join the music ministry? Choirs are age-graded. There is no audition process for our choirs. To be a part of a praise team or band, email Troy for an interview and audition. What types of music do you perform? We sing a variety of styles here at Porter First - traditional, contemporary, Southern Gospel, etc. On any given Sunday you might hear hymns mixed with contemporary worship songs. Our congregation (and our worship pastor) loves all types of music and so our worship sound reflects that eclectic style. Do I need to have prior musical experience to participate? While reading music is a helpful skill, none of our choirs require you to read music. We will teach you your part. What instruments are used in the music ministry? We use a variety of instruments including piano, keyboard, bass guitar, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and drums. We also welcome wind and stringed instruments to become part of our ensemble! How often does the music ministry rehearse? Most of our groups rehearse once a week. Check our weekly schedule to find rehearsal times for the group you are interested in. I am not musical, how can I participate in the Worship Ministry? Our worship services each week require many people working behind the scenes running all of our technology. We need sound board operators, lyric computer operators, light board operators, camera people, and live stream directors. We also need music librarians and helpers in preschool and children's choirs. For seasonal events we need decorators, painters, carpenters, seamstresses and artists.

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