1st Southern Baptist Church Scottsdale

My family and I have attended First Southern since 2001 when I was born again. We left for a little while and returned at a time of desperate need. They received us back with loving arms even though I had left in self righteousness. The love of Christ in this fellowship is apparent. It is an honor to have had our children grow up within the body and build lasting relationship with godly people and good kids.
We’ve been in transition over the last 2 years with a new leadership staff and it has been a really exciting process to witness! When our pastor of 14 years announced that he was retiring, it initiated a most amazing display of the leadership of core believers of our fellowship. Where a lot of churches dissolve at the loss of a pastor, this body grew in strength and purity as Christ guided the process for our fellowship to minister to a new generation.
Changes are happening! At times it can be a bit uncomfortable for a family that has «liked it the way it was», however the Spirit testifies that these changes are His doing and for His glory as He seeks to bring our community to know Him. I am honored to be a part of this wonderful work of Jesus in our midst.

My family and I have been attended First Southern Baptist Church of Scottsdale (FSBCS) for almost 10 years. We have seen the church go through changes and they are always blessed and we are always impressed. This church family is amazing. They are very friendly, welcoming and encouraging.
They have opportunity for fellowship everywhere and there is something for everyone. Daycare for the little ones, bible study for the youth in a setting that entices learning, bible study for the maturing, and bible study for the wise.
It’s also been a blessing to see the church embrace the community with such welcoming, open arms.
Our favorite times of year are Easter and Christmas. Not just because of what they represent, but also for the Passion Play (Easter) and Christmas Play or Musical Presentation (Christmas). Each is organized, written and directed by our Worship Pastor and different each and every year. It is an amazing way of sharing a message thru the use of drama and music.
The sermons on Sunday are encouraging, stimulating, and biblically based. We have found that there is always something to learn about the bible and how we can live our lives more Godly and enjoy how the message is presented.
This is definitely a church that will satisfy your spiritual thirst while giving you spiritual inspiration. We are happy to call FSBCS our church home.

So thankful to have found First Southern 18 months ago after moving here from the Midwest. After several months attending we made it our church home. This church is like a close knit family. Just what we were searching for!
Great leadership, awesome staff!