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Murdock Baptist Church is a loving fellowship following Jesus.  We are not perfect, but Jesus is.  We desire to know Him personally, grow in understanding and following His teaching, serve those around us, and desire to tell others about what He has done and is doing in our lives.

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Jesus’ call to follow him is more than an invitation to pray a prayer. It is a summons to lose your life and find new life and ultimate joy in him.

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Our Ministries

The work of our ministries work together to develop spiritually strong children of God, who faithfully follow Jesus Christ. Meet with our ministries to start.

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Let us help you plan a visit. If you’re planning a visit to our church for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you and introduce you to our faithful community. 

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Whatever your life is missing, God can help you find it. Let us show you how. Explore our church; meet our leaders; become a church member. Choose to faith and joy.

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Life Groups

Faithfully connect with others for fellowship and accountability

As one of the best ways to become involved in the Murdock Baptist Church community, our Life Groups help members support each other as they deepen their relationship with God. Each small group is dedicated to fellowship with one another, praying for each other, and strengthen each other in living by God’s holy word.

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Jesus is important to us because through His Atonement, teachings, hope, peace, and example, He helps us change our lives, face our trials, and move forward with faith as we journey back to Him and His Father.

See how Jesus made a difference in the lives below.

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My greatest gifts is knowing that our children know Jesus…

That they will be in heaven with us one day.

Katie

Port Charlotte, FL

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I decided to follow Him, and it is the best decision I ever made!

This former atheist is now all in for the Gospel of my Lord and Savior. I now teach His Word.

Elmer Yeager, Elder

North Port, FL

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Determined to follow Him Alone…

It was during a special service at our church, a revival, that I heard the question, “What has changed in your life since you trust Jesus Christ”?

Ron Tipton, Senior Pastor

North Port, FL

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I was a life long Catholic, but never new…

For the first 50 years of my life, I was a Catholic — baptized as a child, went to catechism, and followed the traditions. But rarely read the word of God.

Carol D’Onofrio

Port Charlotte, FL

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A visiting preacher read from Romans 8:1, then I changed.

I was broken until I heard Romans 8:1! The tears would not stop; the guilt was gone, and a tremendous weight had been lifted from me. I was so at peace!

Paul Million

Port Charlotte, FL

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It took a death to turn my life around…

It took a death to turn my life around… I’m the oldest of four sibling. My parents divorced when I was 8 years old making my mom’s plate full working outside of the home and caring for four small children.

Cynthia Logan

Port Charlotte, Fl

What’s Happening in our Christian Community?

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Upcoming Events

Church Announcements

  • LifeWise in Action
    Want to learn more about LifeWise and how we are impacting public school students with Bible education DURING SCHOOL HOURS? Join us for a LifeWise 101, Thursday, February 26th at…
  • 2026 Giving Envelopes
    If you are in need of giving envelopes, please fill out a card located in the rack in the Fellowship Hall and drop it in the offering basket or box….
  • Lottie Moon Christmas Offering
    As we close the LMCO campaign for 2025, we want to remind you that there are two ways you can engage and support your 3577 missionaries around the world throughout…
  • Cuba Missions Trip: April 18 – 25, 2026
    Just a reminder that today is the deadline to turn in your Cuba application. If you have questions, please contact Gordon Caldwell at 941-661-0446.
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If you’re looking for a Bible-Centered church — you’ve found it!

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If you’re looking for a church with no hidden agenda and just want to worship our Lord — you’ve found a home here!

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