Helping students grow in faith and purpose.
Students at First
You want your student to grow into a confident, faith-filled young adult. But with so many influences pulling them in different directions, it can be hard to find a place where they feel known, valued, and equipped to stand strong.
At First Fairhope Student Ministry, we provide a fun, welcoming environment where middle and high school students can build genuine friendships, deepen their faith, and discover their purpose. Through weekly gatherings, small groups, worship, and service opportunities, students will learn how to live out their faith in real and meaningful ways.
No matter where they are in their journey, your student will find a place to belong, grow, and thrive.
Join us and watch them take their next step with confidence!
Ryan Smith
Student Pastor
Britton Flowers
Preteen & Middle School Pastor
Our ministry exists to put God F.I.R.S.T. through FRIENDSHIP with each other, INTERACTION with God, REACHING OUT to others, SERVICE to those in need, and TEACHING God’s Word.
Wednesdays:
- 6:00-7:30 PM
Remix – Student Center – 7th-12th
Remix: is an hour of high energy worship and Bible teaching/learning for all middle & high school aged students. 7th-12th Grade on Wednesday evenings.
SUNDAYS:
- Bible Study– 10:30-11:40 AM
Student Center – 7-12 grades - Small Groups – 5:00-7:00 PM
(Small Groups meet in homes throughout the school year)
Sunday Night – Small Groups
7-12 Grades –5:00–7:00 PM
Our small groups meet in homes for one of the best parts of our ministry. Around the table, we share dinner, study the Bible together, and pray for one another as we grow in faith and community.
7-12 Grades –5:00–7:00 PM
7th GRADE
The Flowers
Social Hall & the Lodge
8th GRADE
The Impastatos & The Wilsons
Meeting in Social Hall & Lodge
9th GRADE
The Reynolds & The Lindseys
19198 Fairfield Dr, Fairhope
10th GRADE
The Eatons
205 Royal Lane, Fairhope
11th GRADE
The Sanders & the Masseys
12470 Red Barn Rd., Fairhope
12th GRADE
The Smith’s & the Weed’s
19188 Fairfield Dr., Fairhope
College Scholarships
If you are a senior in High School, peruse these scholarships.
Pay close attention to forms & deadlines.
The H.B. Shepherd Memorial Scholarship
The H.B. Shepherd Memorial Scholarship (est 1997) is handled by the Trust Committee of First Baptist Church and is offered to students who are pursuing a degree in full time Christian service and are attending one of the four Baptist colleges in Alabama. Interested persons should complete the form provided at the link here: HB Shepherd Scholarship Form
Return form to the Financial Office by providing a letter of interest for this Scholarship.
MAIL TO:
First Fairhope Financial Office,
ATTN: Trust Committee,
300 S Section St.,
Fairhope, AL 36532
April 15 of student’s senior year is the deadline.
The Sarah King Shepherd Memorial Scholarship
The Sarah King Shepherd Memorial Scholarship (est 1987) Housed and managed at the University of Mobile. This scholarship is for female students entering the ministry and attending University of Mobile. Preference is given to FBC members. Please check with their Financial Aid office for forms, etc.
The Paul W. Martin Scholarship
(Est. 2006) This scholarship is managed by a Sunday School Class in the church. All information on the selection process as well as the application are provided in the Scholarship Packet (link below). You can also download that by clicking anywhere in this box. You may return your packet for this scholarship to the Financial Office or Student Ministry Office at the attention of Martin Scholarship Committee as the point of contact changes annually. THE DEADLINE for this Scholarship of April 15 of the candidates Senior Year of High School. High School Seniors and College Students who are members of First Fairhope may apply for the scholarship (as written in the requirements – read those carefully!) Scholarship Application Packet
The Victoria Dial Lindsey Scholarship
This scholarship is managed through the Baptist Foundation of Alabama. Applications are completed online at www.tbfa.org
Qualifications include:
- Student must be attending Judson College, University of Mobile or Samford University.
- Student must be pursuing a degree in the field of Education.
- Priority shall be given to students who are members of First Baptist Fairhope, Alabama.
- In the event there are no qualified students from First Baptist Fairhope, then scholarships may be awarded to students who are members of churches affiliated with the Baldwin Baptist Association.
- If there are no qualified students from First Baptist Fairhope or the Baldwin Baptist Association, then awards may be made to students who are members of any church affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention.
- In order to receive consideration for assistant, applications must be completed and submitted each year to: The Baptist Foundation of Alabama by March 31 of the year. The scholarship is awarded by July 1, of each year.
The scholarship amount given is sent to the school divided among the fall and spring semesters.
College Students at any level may apply for this scholarship.
Student Ministry Scholarship
The Student Ministry Scholarship is available for all students in the Fairhope community who qualify. The scholarship program was started in 2019 and consist of 3 scholarships per year. Each scholarship is for $1,000 and the program is fully funded for 10 years. The scholarships are available for those attending community college, universities, and trade school. The program is based on financial need and scholastic achievement. Those interested in applying should click the the link that applies to the application: new applicant or returning applicant. The deadline for applications to be turned in is April 15. The pdf is completable electronically with Adobe Acrobat. Applicant completes application, saves it to their computer, then turns it in via email to the Student Ministry Office by emailing it to Jennnifer Coulter: jcoulter@firstfairhope.org.
The Ed Stone and Dr. Jerry and Susan Henry Scholarship
(2023) The Ed Stone and The Dr. Jerry and Susan Henry Scholarship was established in memory of Ed Stone and in honor of our previous Pastor who served faithfully from 2001-2015. This scholarship is only for worthy and deserving students who are members of First Baptist Church Fairhope and who meet the following criteria:
- May attend any college and major in any field of study.
- Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Must qualify as a full-time student.
- Amount awarded may only be used for tuition, books or fees. The deadline to receive applications is April 15 of the Student’s senior year.
NOTE: Email the completed application to bshaw@firstfairhope.org In the subject window: To the attention of the TRUST COMMITTEE at First Baptist Church Fairhope
Dr. Jerry & Susan Henry Scholarship Application