Guiding People to an Identity Rooted in Christ
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First Baptist Church of Camdenton has been a spiritual home for families in the Lake of the Ozarks area since 1908. We are a warm, Bible-believing congregation where you'll find genuine friendships, faithful teaching, and people who truly care about you and your family.
We gather each Lord's Day at 10:30 AM for worship, preaching, and fellowship. Coffee is ready when you arrive, our greeters will help you find a seat, and there's no pressure — just come as you are. We'd love to meet you and your family.
We are an elder-led church that treasures sound doctrine, practices believer's baptism by immersion, and is committed to the faithful proclamation of God's Word. Whether you've walked with Christ for decades or are only beginning to explore, you are welcome here.
Plan Your Visit
The Lord's Day
Expositional preaching through books of the Bible, applying the whole counsel of God to everyday life. Expect about an hour of worship, singing, and teaching.
We sing together as a congregation — hymns old and new, rich in theology and full of praise. You'll hear the whole church lifting its voice.
Our children's area uses a secure check-in system with background-checked volunteers. Your kids will learn Scripture in a fun, safe environment while you worship.
No dress code, no pressure. Coffee is in the lobby, our greeters will show you around, and you won't be put on the spot. Just come and be welcomed.
The Preached Word
We believe God has appointed the preaching of His Word as the ordinary means by which He saves sinners and sanctifies His people. Each Lord's Day, Pastor Cody Harlow opens the Scriptures book by book, verse by verse, bringing the text to bear on the life of the church.
All of our sermons are available on our website so you can watch or listen anytime.
The Good News
The gospel is not good advice but glorious news. It is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.
The living God is infinitely holy, just, and good. He created all things for His glory and upholds all things by the word of His power.
All of humanity stands guilty before God, dead in trespasses and sins. We are by nature unable to save ourselves and justly deserving of His wrath.
But God, being rich in mercy, sent His Son to bear the penalty we deserved. Christ lived a sinless life, died as a substitute for sinners, and rose triumphant from the grave.
God commands all people everywhere to repent and place their faith in Christ alone. Salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone — to the glory of God alone.
The Life of the Church
The Christian life was never meant to be lived in isolation. God calls His people into a covenant community where we grow together in grace and truth.
Sundays at 9:00 AM. Small groups studying Scripture together, bearing one another's burdens, and stirring one another up to love and good works.
Nursery through 5th grade with secure check-in, trained volunteers, and age-appropriate Bible teaching your kids will love.
Equipping fathers and mothers to be the primary disciple-makers in their homes, raising children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
From greeting on Sundays to serving in the community, there are meaningful ways to use your gifts and get to know people.
"You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you."
John 15:16 ESV
What's Happening
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The Preached Word
We want you to worship the Lord with us on Sundays at 10:30 AM. Come hear the Word preached faithfully.
Every Lord's Day · 10:30 AM
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Children
July 13–17, 2026. Click to register your child today!
July 13–17 · 8:50 AM – 12:10 PM
Sundays
9 AM
Fellowship
Sunday morning gatherings for the study of Scripture, prayer, and mutual accountability in the faith.
Sundays at 9:00 AM · View groups
From Around the Lake
FBC families come from all over the Lake. Here is a quick guide for visitors from each major Lake-area town.
19 miles east
About 26 minutes from Bagnell Dam.
14 miles east
About 19 minutes from the Outlets corridor.
30 miles north
About 35 minutes south on U.S. 54.
15 miles west
About 22 minutes west on U.S. 54.
Driving in from somewhere else? See our Lake of the Ozarks overview or the full communities list.
Quick Answers
We are located at 186 S. Business Rt. 5 in Camdenton, Missouri, 65020. The building has been in the same spot since 1908.
Sunday worship begins at 10:30 AM Central. Community groups meet earlier at 9:00 AM. Most folks are out the door by noon.
We are a Baptist, Christian church. We teach the Bible verse by verse, believe the gospel of Jesus Christ, and practice believer's baptism. Full statement on the what we believe page.
Yes. The Sunday 10:30 AM service streams live and is archived afterward. Visit the sermons page to watch.
Since 1908. Same town, same Bible, same gospel.
Yes. Kids are cared for in age-appropriate classrooms during the 10:30 AM worship service. A safety and check-in process is in place. See Plan Your Visit for details.
Stewardship
"Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." — 2 Corinthians 9:7
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Last updated: 2026
