About
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF STUART
100 years of history
On May 15, 1925, the first church service was held in the Sanctuary building at 201 SW Ocean Boulevard in Stuart. Thanks to dedicated church members from Rio and Jensen Beach and support from the Florida Baptist Convention, the First Baptist Church of Stuart was constructed.
For over 100 years, the church has been a guiding light in Downtown Stuart, attracting visitors from the Treasure Coast and beyond.
Since 1974, First Baptist Christian School and Preschool has educated thousands of students and served their families. FBCS opened on August 26, 1974, initially offering grades 1 through 6, adding grade 7 the same year and grade 8 and Kindergarten in 1976. The school’s mission is to foster transformation through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, integrating Biblical truth into all curricular areas to confront the secular worldview.
Throughout its rich history, the church has been recognized for its warmth, compassion for people, and the proclamation of the Good News of Jesus Christ both locally and worldwide.
On November 9, 2025, First Baptist Stuart celebrated its 100th anniversary. As we reflect on our past achievements, we also look forward to a promising future in ministry. God has given us a vision to build a new worship center, which will serve as the future home of our church and school on Kanner Highway in Stuart. This project aims to strengthen the community's connection with God and enhance His presence in Martin County and the Treasure Coast. We invite you to join us in prayer as we pursue this exciting vision.
OUR MISSION
We are a community of believers dedicated to spreading the message of Jesus Christ and leading others to faith in Him. As a church, our mission is to love our neighbors with the same profound love that Christ has shown us.
Our efforts are centered on guiding individuals toward the Savior, with the hope that they will experience the transformative power of the One True God's gracious love.
In all we do, say, and preach, we pray that we will radiate the light of Christ to everyone we meet.
"We love because He first loved us." 1 John 4:19
What We Believe
We believe the Godhead exists eternally in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - and that these three are one God.
We believe God is the absolute and sole creator of the universe, and that creation was a divine act, rather than the result of an evolutionary process.
We believe that, in His divine wisdom and love for humanity, God sent Christ into the world to redeem sinners.
We believe every Christian’s goal is to grow in
spiritual maturity through obedience to the Word of God and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.
We believe that in His death, through the blood He willingly shed, the Lord Jesus Christ made a perfect atonement for sin, freeing us from the curse of the law by bearing that curse Himself. The salvation and justification of humanity are grounded entirely on the sheer foundation of the blood of Jesus Christ.
We believe such salvation with its forgiveness of sins, its impartation of a new nature, and its hope of eternal life, is entirely apart from good works, baptism, church membership, or man's effort, and is of pure grace.
We believe a true believer is eternally secure and cannot lose his salvation, but sin may interrupt the joy of his fellowship with God and bring the loving discipline of his Heavenly Father.
We believe all who receive Jesus Christ become joint heirs with Christ; at death, their spirits depart to be with Christ in conscious blessedness; and at the rapture, their bodies will be raised to the likeness of the body of His glory and dwell forever in His divine presence.
We believe that the Bible is the Word of God, supernaturally inspired and inerrant in its original manuscripts. We also believe that it has been preserved by God through its verbal, plenary inspiration, making it a divinely authoritative standard for every life and every age.
We believe the Holy Spirit is a person, is God, and possesses all the divine attributes. He indwells all believers, baptizes and seals them at the moment of their salvation, and fills them in response to confession of sin and yielded life.
We profess that Jesus Christ, fully God and fully man, was born of a virgin and led a life free from sin. Throughout His ministry, He taught profound truths and performed miraculous works, wonders, and signs as documented in the four Gospels. He was crucified and died to atone for our sins, and on the third day, He rose bodily from the dead. Subsequently, He ascended to the right hand of the Father, where He serves as the head of the church and intercedes on behalf of believers. From there, He will return personally, bodily, and visibly to establish His millennial kingdom on earth.
HOW YOU CAN FIND LASTING PEACE THROUGH A RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST.
Begin your journey today!
Jesus said, "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly" John 10:10 - a complete life full of purpose...
But here's the problem...
The result of sin is death, spiritual separation from God. The Bible says, "The wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans 6:23
The good news?
"Christ died for our sins. ...He was buried. ... He was raised on the third day, according to the Scriptures." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Jesus is the only way to God. Jesus said, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life, no one comes to the Father, but through Me." John 14:6
WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE GOD'S FORGIVENESS?
We can't earn salvation; we are saved by God's grace when we have faith in His Son, Jesus Christ. All you have to do is confess that you are a sinner, believe that Christ died for your sins, and ask His forgiveness. Then turn from your sins - that's called repentance. Jesus Christ knows you and loves you! What matters to Him is the attitude of your heart, your honesty.
The Bible says, "That if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved." Romans 10:9
WE SUGGEST PRAYING THE FOLLOWING PRAYER TO ACCEPT CHRIST AS YOUR SAVIOR:
"Dear God, I know I'm a sinner, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe Jesus Christ is Your Son. I believe that He died for my sin and that You raised Him to life. I want to trust Him as my Savior and follow Him as Lord, from this day forward. Guide my life and help me to do Your will. I pray this in the Name of Jesus. Amen."
The Bible says, "For whosoever shall call on the Name of the Lord shall be saved." Romans 10:13
Did You Pray This Prayer?
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MEET OUR TEAM
Dr. Darrell Orman
Senior Pastor
About
Dr. Orman has been serving as the Senior Pastor at First Baptist Stuart since 1992. He graduated from Liberty University, where he earned a Master of Divinity degree, and later received his Doctor of Ministry degree from Liberty's Seminary. Pastor Orman has been a committed soul-winner since he was born again in 1975, and he has a heart for missions. He has led mission trips to several countries, including Mexico, Guatemala, Haiti, Canada, Brazil, India, Montana, and the Bahamas. His ultimate desire for First Baptist Stuart is to spread the Gospel of Christ across the Treasure Coast and beyond. Pastor Orman is married to his best friend, Kim. Together they have two children and seven grandchildren.
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Rick Castro
Worship Leader
About
Rick Castro spent over 20 years leading worship in his home church, Segadores de Vida in Miami after completing High School. However, in 2020, the Lord called him, his wife Stephanie and their three sons to move to Stuart, Florida, where they started a Spanish ministry called Iglesia Responde (Respond Church). Their goal is to lead families to Christ, and they pastor a congregation of about 20 families with a focus on faithful teaching, preaching and growth according to Scripture. Currently, Rick leads worship during the Sunday morning service at FBC and helps with Worship and Small Groups on Wednesday nights for the FBC Youth Ministry.
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John Adams
Choir Director
About
John Adams has been a devoted Christian since a young age, attending Christian schools from seventh grade through college. He is currently honored to be the Choir Director of the FBC and is delighted to work with a dedicated and talented group of singers who lead the congregation in worship, giving honor and glory to God. The FBC Choir presents three significant programs each year, including the Annual Christmas Celebration, the Palm Sunday Easter Musical, and the Patriotic Program for the 4th of July. John and his wife Jana have two adult children. In addition to leading the Church Choir, John also teaches Middle School English and Bible at First Baptist Christian School.
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Kim Orman
Women's Ministry Coordinator
About
Kim Orman is from Miami, FL where she learned to love the diversity of people groups and share the good new of Jesus on the beaches. For over 32 years at FBC, Kim has loved coordinating with the Women’s Ministry Leadership Team to provide a place for women to grow their faith, learn from God’s Word and encourage and pray for each other. Her favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Kim is happily married to her best friend, Pastor Darrell Orman. Together, they have two children and seven grandchildren.
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Rebecca Cobo
Student Ministry Director
About
Rebecca Cobo is originally from West Tennessee and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Spanish from Union University. She has been an active member of FBC Stuart since 2012 and is married to Mario Cobo. Together they have five children. Rebecca has been leading Reborn Youth at FBC for the past 5 years, teaching them about God, guiding them to know Jesus, and encouraging them to praise His name. Her mission is to instill the love of Jesus into the hearts of the students and lead them into a personal relationship with Him. Currently, Rebecca serves as the 5th-grade teacher at FBCS.
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Alli Blackwell
First Baptist Christian School Principal
About
Alli Blackwell has been a part of the First Baptist Church of Stuart family for over 20 years. During this time, she has actitvely involved herself in numerous areas of the church and school community. Mrs. Blackwell's passion lies in influencing, supporting, and cultivating the youth. In 2014, she sought full-time employment at the First Baptist Christian School as the Athletic Director for 6 years and Physical Education teacher for 4 years. After answering God's call to Christian Education, she earned a Master of Education in Curriculum and Design. Mrs. Blackwell currently serves as the Principal of First Baptist Christian School, where she is dedicated to serving the students, educators, and staff.
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Karen Grantham
Childhood Education Director
About
Karen Grantham has been working with children for many years and she accepted the position of Preschool Director at First Baptist Church of Stuart in 1997. She has had a desire to care for children since she was five years old. When Karen came to know the Lord, this dream became a reality for her as she served in various teaching positions and later as a Christian School Director in Hollywood, FL. Karen's main goal is to introduce Jesus to the children first as their friend, as she believes this is the foundation for a great spiritual life. Proverbs 22:6 says, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."
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Carol Horton
Financial Administrator
About
Carol Horton feels honored to be a part of FBC's Church and Christian School Administrative Team. As the Financial Administrator, she oversees the finances of both the church and school. Carol is grateful to be part of this amazing ministry that serves with integrity and accountability. Her responsibilities include coordinating efforts to keep the property well-maintained, receiving and disbursing funds, with the ultimate goal of spreading the Gospel through the church and school. Her work aims to pour out the love of the Father into the next generation.
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Ways To Join Our Fellowship As A Member
PROFESSION OF FAITH AND BAPTISM
If you accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior and Lord and choose to follow Him through baptism by immersion, we warmly welcome you into our fellowship.
BY LETTER
As a Baptist with church membership in another congregation, we would be delighted to welcome you into our church family should God lead you to us. We will gladly handle the necessary arrangements to transfer your membership.
BY BAPTISM FROM ANOTHER DENOMINATION
If you wholeheartedly believe that you are saved and wish to become a member of the First Baptist Church of Stuart, we warmly invite you to join through baptism. This act serves as a testimony of your salvation and your commitment to following His guidance.
BY STATEMENT
If church membership records are unavailable for a membership transfer, or if you were never a member of a Baptist church but are currently affiliated with another denomination, we will welcome you based on your declaration of these circumstances.
Local Outreach
- AWANA ~ nurtures children and youth in their journey of knowing, loving, and serving Jesus Christ, helping them to grow into devoted, life-long disciples.
- Disaster Relief ~ provides support to those affected by hurricanes and other disasters as they navigate their recovery process.
- MOMCo ~ stands for "Mom Community." This Christian organization is committed to empowering young mothers to unlock their full potential as women, leaders, and mothers.
- Thanksgiving Feast-To-Go Outreach ~ delivers food baskets to families in need during the Thanksgiving season.
- VBS (Vacation Bible School) ~ provides a unique opportunity to connect children from our church and community with the Gospel.
National & Global Outreach
- Annie Armstrong Easter Offering - This offering represents the primary source of support for more than 2,900 missionary families across the U.S. and Canada within the Southern Baptist community.
- Lottie Moon Christmas Offering - This offering provides essential funding for missionaries worldwide, covering critical needs such as salaries, medical care, housing, transportation, and children’s education.
- One More Child - Mother's Day Offering - Florida Baptist Children's Homes offer Christ-centered services to at-risk children and families in need through the initiative known as "One More Child."
