About us
Pastor Nick Wiegand
Nick has served Cape Fear as the Lead Pastor since 2019. Prior to Cape Fear, Nick was the president of Lawless Motorcycle Club, a ministry that was focused on bringing the gospel to the motorcycle clubs in the Fayetteville area. He seeks to disciple believers teaching them to declare the gospel, disciple others, and defend the faith.
He has served in church ministry and para-church ministry since 2012 mostly focused on ministry outside of the traditional church model. He served in the Army for 7 years followed by 12 years as a government service as a civilian when he resigned to stay here with the church in the city and with the people he loves. He graduated from Carolina College of Biblical Studies in 2020 with a dual major of a Bachelor of Arts in Advanced Theological Studies and in Apologetics and a minor in Biblical Counseling. Nick desperately wants to reach the heart through the intellect helping others live out the calling God has placed on their hearts.
Dr. Thomas McCuddy
Thomas serves Cape Fear as the Family Pastor focusing on the children and youth bringing the family together as a whole. He also serves as the Executive Director of Families of Virtue. He seeks to train believers around the world to share, defend, and multiply the faith.
He has served in church ministry for over 20 years from office assistant to senior pastor. Starting with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a minor in Speech and Theatre from Middle Tennessee State University, Thomas went on to complete a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies and a Doctorate of Ministry in Apologetics from Southern Evangelical Seminary. Having ministered across TN and NC, Thomas understands the need to reach both the minds and the hearts of believers which requires rooting believers in the faith as well as bracing them for world. Thomas brings a unique blend of apologetics, philosophy, and theology to bolster intellectual virtue as well as discipleship, mentoring, and teaching to cultivate Christ-like character in our families.
What We Believe
Statement of Faith
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The Scriptures
We believe the Bible is the inspired, inerrant, infallible, and sufficient Word of God, written by men under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme authority in all matters of faith and practice (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21).
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God
We believe in one true and living God, who eternally exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God is sovereign, holy, and loving, deserving of all worship and obedience (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; John 1:1-3).
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Man
We believe humanity was created in the image of God but fell into sin through Adam’s disobedience, bringing separation from God and the need for redemption. Every person is in need of salvation through Christ (Genesis 1:26-27; Romans 3:23; Romans 5:12-19).
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Salvation
We believe salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. It is a gift of God’s love and mercy, provided through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Salvation includes regeneration, justification, sanctification, and glorification (John 3:16; Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 10:9-10).
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The Church
We believe the church is the body of Christ, composed of all believers united by faith in Him. The local church is an autonomous body of baptized believers committed to worship, fellowship, discipleship, and mission. The ordinances of the church are baptism by immersion and the Lord’s Supper (Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:41-47; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26).
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Baptism and the Lord's Supper
We believe baptism by immersion is a public declaration of faith, symbolizing the believer’s death to sin and resurrection to new life in Christ. The Lord’s Supper is a memorial of Christ’s sacrifice, observed by believers in remembrance of Him (Romans 6:3-4; Luke 22:19-20).
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The Christian Life
We believe every believer is called to live a holy and obedient life, growing in Christlikeness through the power of the Holy Spirit. Believers are to love God, love others, and make disciples of all nations (Galatians 2:20; Matthew 28:19-20; 1 Peter 1:15-16).
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Last Things
We believe in the personal and visible return of Jesus Christ to establish His kingdom. The righteous will inherit eternal life, and the unrighteous will face eternal separation from God (Matthew 25:31-46; Revelation 21:1-4; Revelation 20:11-15).
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Religious Liberty
We believe in the freedom of religion, the separation of church and state in its original intention, and that every individual has direct access to God through Christ without the mediation of any other (1 Timothy 2:5; Matthew 22:21).
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Evangelism and Missions
We believe it is the duty and privilege of every believer to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with all people, making disciples and advancing the kingdom of God (Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19-20).
Youth Ministry
Youth is a unique period of life, one filled with exploration, discovery, excitement and fulfillment. The Church Youth Ministry provides a nurturing, loving environment for young people exploring the world. It is a safe place where faith guides exploration and self-discovery.
Children's Ministry
The Gospel has a message for everyone, of every age, and in every language. Exposing your child to the Lord's path when they are young gives them guidance, hope and strength that lasts a lifetime. To learn more, be in touch with one of our Pastors.
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We hope you come as you are, but you won't stay as you are.
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(910) 644-0005
capefearbaptist1756@gmail.com
6041 Butler Nursery Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28306
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