Faithway Baptist Church — Church Directory

Quick Facts

Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable Scott Estell (Senior Pastor)

Founded Unknown

Denomination Independent Baptist

Service Times See website

Men's Ministry No

Kids Ministry Yes

Website faithwaybaptist-ypsilanti.com/

Pastor Credentials Verify

10-Point Theological Scorecard

Christology

Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)

Virgin birth, substitutionary atonement, eternal security affirmed in SOF snippets.

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Scripture

Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?

Explicit: 'the Bible is the Word of God and is without error' — inerrancy affirmed.

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Men's Discipleship

Intentional formation for men?

No men's-specific ministry visible; 'Adult Ministries' only.

Caution

Soteriology

Faith alone? How is salvation presented?

Faith alone; eternal security of believers affirmed.

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Gender / Biblical Design

Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?

Patriarchal — male pastors/deacons, traditional family structure

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Leadership Structure

Male elders/pastors? Accountability?

'Pastoral Staff' referenced; elder/deacon plurality not explicitly surfaced.

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Preaching Style

Expository or topical/therapeutic?

'Conservative style of worship and a strong emphasis on sound Bible preaching and teaching.'

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Mission Clarity

Great Commission central?

Verify missions emphasis

Caution

Cultural Alignment

DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?

No KJV-only exclusivity statement, no progressive rhetoric.

Caution

Accountability Structure

Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?

Independent Baptist — no denominational accountability.

Caution

Assessment

Independent Baptist church on the west side of Ypsilanti MI with a stated emphasis on sound Bible preaching and teaching. Pastor Estell leads a church that describes itself as unashamedly preaching Baptist distinctives. Good classic IFB option for southeastern Michigan families.

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How this church was personally verified by the MOOP directory team:

✓ Researched church website

Last reviewed: 2026-05-16 — Annual review recommended

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