Our History

Faithful beginnings

A small group of believers founded Faith Baptist Church in 1971 off of Festus main street with God's Word as their foundation. As the church grew, land was purchased just outside of town and construction began on a new space for worship. Under the leadership of Bro. Mike Goodwin, who faithfully served as pastor of Faith Baptist Church for 35 years, the church grew. 

Continued Faithfulness

Pastor Matt Culbertson began his ministry at Faith Baptist Church in 2008, and has faithfully served to this day. Through ups and downs, God has continued to use Faith Baptist Church to help others grow spiritually, to engage our community to know Jesus, and to make an impact for the Kingdom of God. 

Some more about us

  • We are pastor led, deacon served, congregationally approved, servant-ministry driven, and gospel focused.
  • We joyfully cooperate with other churches through the St Louis Metro Association, the Missouri Baptist Convention, and the Southern Baptist Convention
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