Ministries · First McKinney Church, Texas
Church Ministries & Groups for Every Age and Stage in McKinney, TX
From Kids and Students to Adults, Life Groups, Care Groups, and communities in ASL and Spanish, there’s a place for you to connect, grow, and take your next step.
We’re one church family with one mission: to Make Disciples Who Live and Love Like Jesus.
What ministries does First McKinney offer?
A place for every age and stage
First McKinney offers church ministries and church groups for every age and stage of life in McKinney, TX. There’s a place for you and your family to connect and grow through First McKinney Kids and the First Baptist Learning Center; First McKinney Students; College and Young Adults; Adult Ministries; Life Groups and Midweek Groups; Care Ministries; Special Needs Ministry; Deaf Ministry; and our Spanish-speaking Life Group (Nueva Vida). Each ministry offers opportunities for biblical discipleship, spiritual growth, and meaningful Christian community as you build relationships, serve others, and grow in your relationship with Jesus. Find your place below.
Ministry categories overview
Ministries for every stage of life
At First McKinney, every ministry serves the same mission: Making Disciples Who Live and Love Like Jesus and help others do the same. Our Christian ministries and church programs create places for people of every age and stage of life to know Jesus, build meaningful relationships, grow in God’s Word, and live out their faith.
First McKinney Kids on Sundays and Wednesdays, Incredible Kids for kids with special needs, and the First Baptist Learning Center on weekdays
First McKinney Students gives Middle School and High School students a place to grow in their faith, build friendships, and find a place to belong.
College and Young Adults, Married Adults, Men’s and Women’s Ministries, and Senior Adults offer opportunities to build relationships, grow in faith, and find community.
Sunday Life Groups, Midweek Groups, and church discipleship groups create places to build relationships, study God’s Word, and grow together.
GriefShare, DivorceCare, Beacon of Hope, and other care ministries provide biblical encouragement, practical support, and community through difficult seasons.
Our Deaf Ministry helps Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals connect, worship, and grow in God’s Word, while Nueva Vida is a Spanish-speaking Life Group that meets on Sundays.
Whether you are brand new to church or have followed Jesus for decades, there is a place for you at First McKinney, and we would love to help you find it.
Ministry directory
Kids, Students & Young Adult Ministries
Children's Ministry
Our Kids Ministry helps children birth through 5th grade learn to Live and Love Like Jesus through age-appropriate Bible teaching, worship, and small group activities. A secure check-in system helps families feel confident on Sunday mornings, while resources such as the Kids Bible Reading Plan and New U Baptism Class help parents disciple their children throughout the week. Summer opportunities include Backyard Bible Club and other camps such as Music Camp and Act1v8 Camp.
Led by Molly Williams - Kids Minister
Discover Kids MinistrySpecial Needs Ministry
Incredible Kids is our special needs ministry for kids, providing Sunday morning classes designed to meet each child’s needs. Incredible Fridays offers a monthly respite night where kids are paired with a buddy for an evening of fun and friendship while parents and caregivers have time to rest and recharge.
Learn About Special Needs MinistryWeekday Preschool
Our weekday preschool serves children 18 months through Kindergarten, Monday through Thursday, with flexible 2-, 3-, and 4-day options. Children learn through purposeful, play-based experiences that include Bible time, creative arts, hands-on learning, and outdoor exploration. Kindergarten classes are led by a degreed teacher, helping children build a strong foundation for their next step in school.
Directed by Joanne Eaton | FBLC Director
Explore the Learning CenterStudent Ministry
Our Student Ministry helps Middle and High School students take their first or next step toward Jesus through worship, biblical teaching, small groups, and meaningful relationships. Students gather throughout the week in the Student Building, with additional opportunities including Xtreme Camp, DNOW, mission trips, and other events throughout the year.
Led by Hayden Gilliam | Student Minister
Explore Student MinistryCollege & Young Adult Ministry
Our College and Young Adult Ministries provide places to connect, study God’s Word, build relationships, and grow in your faith during these important seasons of life. The College Group welcomes college-age adults, whether you’re in school, working, or figuring out what’s next, while Young Adults creates community through Bible study, discussion, prayer, and relationships.
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Church Life Groups & Bible study
Groups are one of the best ways to build meaningful relationships and grow in your faith at First McKinney. Whether you join a Sunday Life Group, a Midweek group, or a D-Group, you’ll find opportunities to study God’s Word, connect with others, and take your next step in following Jesus.
Adults & family life
Family ministries that build strong faith
Our family ministries include Sunday Life Groups and Midweek groups, parenting resources and family events, generational ministry for grandparents, parents, and Kids, plus ministries for Men, Women, Married Adults, and Senior Adults.
Every generation has a place to connect, grow in God’s Word, and follow Jesus together.
Adult Ministry & Family Life
Our Adult and Family Life ministries create opportunities to grow in your faith and build meaningful relationships through every season of adulthood. From Life Groups and Midweek Groups to parenting resources, family events, and generational ministry, there are places for Men, Women, Married Adults, and Senior Adults to connect and grow. These Christian ministries for families are designed to encourage you as you follow Jesus at home, at work, and in your community.
Sunday Life Groups meet at 9:15 and 10:45 AM, making it easy to attend worship and a Life Group on the same morning.
Women's & Men's Groups
Women’s Bible study groups create opportunities for women to study God’s Word, build friendships, and encourage one another through every season of life. Men’s Ministry gathers regularly around God’s Word, helping men grow as disciples and build meaningful relationships.
Parenting resources, family nights, and gatherings that bring generations together to connect, grow in faith, and enjoy time together.
Married Adult Ministry
Couples connect through Life Groups and adult ministries that encourage and strengthen marriages in every season.
Senior Adult Ministry
Senior Adult ministry at First McKinney creates opportunities to continue growing, serving, building friendships, and making a difference in every season of life. Senior Adults connect through Life Groups, fellowship events, service opportunities, and the Jubilee Choir, which shares music with senior communities throughout the area.
Care, Deaf Ministry & Nueva Vida
A place for care, connection and community
Care Ministries & Support Groups
Care Ministries & Support Groups
Our Care Ministries provide biblical encouragement, practical support, and meaningful community through some of life’s hardest seasons. GriefShare and DivorceCare offer support for those navigating grief or divorce, while Beacon of Hope provides encouragement and community for those impacted by cancer. Pastoral care and trusted professional resources are also available when additional support is needed.
Find Care and SupportASL & Deaf Community
ASL & Deaf Community
The Deaf Ministry of First McKinney creates opportunities for Deaf individuals to grow in God’s Word, build relationships, worship, and serve as part of the First McKinney church family. A Deaf Life Group provides a place to study Scripture and grow in community, and ASL interpretation is available during the 10:45 AM Sunday worship service.
Team: Carisa Parrish and Luella Funderburg, teachers and co-leaders / interpreters; Sam Morgan, interpreter coordinator; Jenna Glory and Whitney Wood, interpreters.
Visit Our Deaf MinistryGrupo de Vida en Español
Grupo de Vida en Español
Nueva Vida is our Spanish-speaking Life Group that meets Sundays at 11 AM to study God’s Word, build meaningful relationships, and grow together in faith. It provides a welcoming community for Spanish-speaking adults to follow Jesus and connect with the First McKinney church family.
Nueva Vida es nuestro Grupo de Vida en Español que se reúne los domingos a las 11 AM para estudiar la Palabra de Dios, construir relaciones significativas y crecer juntos en la fe. Es una comunidad acogedora donde los adultos de habla hispana pueden seguir a Jesús y conectarse con la familia de First McKinney.
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How to get involved
Connect, serve & grow through discipleship at first mcKinney
Following Jesus was never meant to happen alone. At First McKinney, there are many ways to worship, build relationships, serve others, and grow in your faith. Whether you’re brand new or ready to take your next step, here are a few ways to get started:
Worship with us at 9:15 or 10:45 AM, and consider visiting a Life Group during the other hour. Discover First is a great next step for learning more about who we are, our mission, what we believe, and how to get connected at First McKinney.
Plan Your First VisitOur group finder, a short find-a-group form, is a simple way to tell us a little about yourself so our Groups Team can help you explore a Life Group that fits your season of life. Groups provide a place to study God’s Word, build meaningful relationships, pray for one another, and grow together.
Find a Church GroupServe First helps you explore ways to use your time and talents to serve others through one of our Serve Teams. From Kids, Students, Worship, and Guest Services to Care and Missions, our church volunteer ministries offer meaningful ways to use your gifts, live out your faith, and make a difference in the lives of others.
Find Ways to ServeWhy ministry matters here
Why First McKinney is Built around biblical community
For more than 150 years, First McKinney has been a place where people gather around God’s Word, build meaningful relationships, grow in faith, and serve their neighbors. Our mission is to make disciples who live and love like Jesus. As we follow Him and help others do the same, we believe that kind of growth happens best alongside other people.
Our Baptist church ministries are rooted in Scripture and designed to help people follow Jesus through every season of life. From our youngest kids to our Senior Adults, we want every generation to know God’s Word, experience meaningful church community, and discover how God can use their lives to serve others. That happens through authentic relationships and faith-based community groups where people can study God’s Word, encourage one another, and know and be known. As a local Baptist church, we’d be honored to walk alongside you in your faith journey and help you take your next step toward Jesus.
It is why we say curiosity becomes connection here.
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Take your next step at First McKinney
You don’t have to figure it all out before you walk in. Whether you’re ready to plan your first visit, find a group, or explore ways to serve, we’d love to help you take your next step. Join us Sundays at 9:15 AM or 10:45 AM at 1615 W Louisiana St, McKinney, TX 75069. If you’re not able to join us in person yet, watch a service online to get to know First McKinney. And when you’re ready to make First McKinney your church home, we’d be glad to help you learn more about membership.