WHAT’S THE PLAN?

We can’t wait to join with you in person for worship and fellowship. We are currently in Phase 2 (Worship At Barnet Park) of our Regathering Plan. Look over our 4-Phase plan below on how we plan to regather over this summer!

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Parking and Entering

Look at the map graphic to see the parking location for your worship service of choice.

For guests who are handicapped, Golf Carts will be traveling from the FBS upper and lower parking lots to drop off at the Golf cart location.

FAQ's for Gathering at Barnet Park

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What should I wear & bring?

Dress comfortably for a morning outside at the park. The staff and Dr. Don will be dressed casually. In case of morning dew in the grass, you might consider close-toed shoes with decent treads.

Bring anything you would need for sitting outside: Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, lawn chairs, blanket, water bottle, etc, and don’t forget your Bible! A hard copy might be easier to read in the sunlight.

Is seating provided?

There will not be seating provided, so make sure to bring a blanket or chair if you want one!

Family seating? Childcare?

We are asking for everyone to only sit with their household or family group at this time. There will not be childcare at this time, but the whole family is invited to sit together. These services are definitively family friendly!

Restrooms?

Barnet Park will have restrooms that are cleaned throughout the morning. Check our Parking Map above to see their location!

What about Masks?

Most of our staff and volunteers will be wearing masks as an extra measure of precaution for you, but it is not required for you to wear one. We will not be providing masks, but you are welcome to bring one from home.

What about rain?

In case of bad weather, the decision will be made at 7:00 AM to do the services Online and Broadcast Only. We hope you would join us at home in worship like in previous weeks.

Are pets allowed?

We love our pets, but for Church At The Park, they will need to stay home, just like a regular church Sunday.

Can I bring food?

At this time, we are asking everyone not to bring food. While a picnic lunch after service sounds great, there will be a lot of cleaning after 9:00 AM Celebration and a lot of equipment being moved and taken down after 11:00 AM Genesis. We want everyone to be able to exit the park without the worry of food items and trash while the staff and volunteers serve and work.

Interpreter for the deaf?

Yes, for the 9:00 AM Celebration service.

Cleaning Regulations?

The City of Spartanburg is doing a great job of disinfecting and cleaning all the facilities at Barnet Park. All cleaning regulations will be followed under recommendation of the CDC. Our First Baptist cleaning crews will also be cleaning the restrooms periodically throughout the morning. The park will be closed for cleaning between 10:10–10:30 AM.

Can I still worship at home?

Absolutely! The streams and broadcast on WSPA will continue as usual. Visit www.fbs.org to see the streams live while they are happening.

Are there Handicapped Parking options?

Yes; please check the map and description above!

Phase 2 Details

During Phase 2, we are worshipping together just across the street from our main campus at Barnet Park, 9:00 AM for Celebration and 11:00 AM for Genesis. Read more detailed information below

We will be following the Opening up America Again Guidelines Phase 1/2

Individual Safety

Request Strict Safe Distancing

Masks (Optional)
Sanitizer Stations
No Handshakes
No Nursery & TKD
No On Campus Life Groups or Wed Activities on campus at FBS
Drop-off, Online, & Text Giving
Sick Must Stay Home
Intense Cleaning of High Traffic Areas

Church Programming

Start Date: May 17
Two Service Times – 9:00 and 11:00.
Life Groups and other activities will continue Online.
Continue Online Connections
Continue Live Stream for “Vulnerable”

Phase 3 Details

During Phase 3, we are coming back onto our campus for worship only: Celebration at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary | Genesis at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM in the Hangar.

Phase 4 Details

During Phase 4, we are continuing to worship on campus: Celebration at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary | Genesis at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM in the Hangar.

Additionally, childcare, small gatherings, and life groups will resume.