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Mesquite Friendship Baptist Church

Message from our Pastor

Welcome to The Ship!

Greetings, and welcome to Mesquite Friendship Baptist Church, affectionately known as The Ship! I am Pastor C.M. Turner, and it is a joy to have you visit our online home. Here at The Ship, our mission is to share God’s love, grow in faith, and build a community rooted in compassion and service. Our motto is "Where we Sync, Serve, and Send all to the glory of Him!" Whether you’re a longtime member or a new friend, we invite you to explore, connect, and join us as we seek to make a meaningful impact for Christ. We look forward to walking this journey of faith together with you!

Blessings,  
Pastor C.M. Turner, Senior Pastor

MISD Back to school Fair

Join The Ship as we serve families at the Mesquite ISD Back to School Fair! Volunteers will help welcome families, distribute supplies, and support students as they prepare for the new school year.
📅 Saturday, August 1
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Let's make a difference in our community by showing the love of Christ through service.

Canvass The Community- Forney Edition

Sunday, July 26: Join us as we take the love of Christ into the neighborhoods of Forney, TX! We'll distribute invitation cards, pray for families, and personally invite our neighbors to experience what God is doing at The Ship.
Registration is required to be assigned a volunteer zone. Meet us at 3:00 PM for prayer, instructions, and team assignments before we head out.
Together, let's share hope and make an impact one neighborhood, one home, and one invitation at a time.

Volunteer with the ship and impact the community

Do you need volunteer hours? Are you looking to make an impact every week? Help the mission to serve the community with our Food Pantry ministry every Tuesday from 9:30-3:00 pm. For more information, contact the church at 972-329-5030!

Couples in Christ marriage conference registration is OPEN!!

Two Becoming One: Radical Love – Building a Christ-Centered Marriage
Join us on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a day of encouragement, fellowship, and practical biblical teaching designed to strengthen marriages.
Doors open at 7:30 AM for breakfast.
Registration is $50 per couple and includes conference sessions, breakout sessions, breakfast, and conference materials.
Register today and invest in your marriage as we grow together in God’s design for love and unity.

Recent Sermon

Click Below for the Latest Message from Sr. Pastor Caleb M. Turner 
We believe the Bible to be the verbally inspired Word of God, without error in the original writings, and the supreme and final authority in doctrine and practice.
(2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:21; John 17:17)

New to the Ship? Plan your visit Now!

Our First Impressions ministry can't wait to welcome our V.I.P.'S. Make sure to stay connected and get plugged in on what events we're having. The Ship would love to worship with you, pray for you, and support you through your walk with Christ! Find your community, and become a member! Visit today to experience The Ship!

This Week at The Ship- Recap gallery

View and download photos from this week at The Ship!