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First Baptist Church

6201 Iron Bridge Rd, Richmond, VA 23234

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2Services / week
4.9 ★Google rating
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About First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church is located on Iron Bridge Road in Richmond, Virginia, serving the surrounding community with Christian ministry and worship. As a Baptist congregation, the church maintains a commitment to biblical teaching and congregational governance rooted in Baptist tradition. The church offers multiple programs designed to engage members across age groups and life stages. Sunday School provides religious education for attendees of all ages, while Vacation Bible School serves children during the summer months. The Youth Group connects younger members through fellowship and spiritual growth activities. Women's Ministry supports female congregants through study and community. The Choir leads worship music during services. Additionally, the church maintains a nursery and Children's Church to accommodate families with young children during worship gatherings. First Baptist Church holds services on Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM and on Sunday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, providing flexible timing for attendance. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers ample parking for visitors. Those unable to attend in person can access worship through the church's live stream option. Coffee and fellowship refreshments are available for congregants. The church maintains an active online presence at fbctoday.org, where additional information about programs, beliefs, and community involvement can be found. With a Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews, First Baptist Church demonstrates consistent positive engagement with its congregation and community.

About Baptist Churches

Baptist churches are among the most common Protestant congregations in the American South and Midwest. Core Baptist beliefs include the authority of the Bible, salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, believer's baptism by full immersion, and the autonomy of the local church. Worship styles range from traditional hymns with a choir to contemporary music with a full band, depending on the congregation. Sunday School classes, mid-week Bible studies, and active community outreach are hallmarks of Baptist church life. The Southern Baptist Convention is the largest Baptist body in the U.S., though many Baptist congregations are independent or affiliated with other conventions.

Plan Your Visit

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First service starts at Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early

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On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking

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Children's ministry and nursery run during all services — kids are welcome

Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs

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Can't make it in person? Services are live streamed online

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Dress code is casual — come as you are

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Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit

Member Reviews

4.9 · 69 Google reviews
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Betty Badgett

Edited 3 months ago

Been a member for 7yrs. Love my church home. Love both my Pastors and all the other clergy. Great church to put down roots and get involved in ministry.

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Margaret Edie

5 months ago

This post is regarding some of the parishioners of this church. The speed limit in the neighborhood beside the church is 25 mph. Tailgating somebody that is doing the speed limit through a residential area is not the pro…

Sermons Online

First Baptist Church publishes sermons on YouTube

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Service Times

🕐 Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

🕐 Sunday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Programs

Sunday SchoolVacation Bible SchoolYouth GroupWomen's MinistryChoir

Amenities & Accessibility

Parking Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Nursery
Children's Church
Live Stream
Coffee & Fellowship

Environmental Profile

Sustainability features and walkability data for this location

50
Somewhat Walkable
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Solar Panels
EV Charging
Recycling Program
Community Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does First Baptist Church hold services?

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Where is First Baptist Church located?

6201 Iron Bridge Rd, Richmond, VA 23234

What denomination is First Baptist Church?

First Baptist Church is a Baptist church.

How do I contact First Baptist Church?

Call (804) 233-7679 or visit https://fbctoday.org/.

What is First Baptist Church known for?

First Baptist Church is located on Iron Bridge Road in Richmond, Virginia, serving the surrounding community with Christian ministry and worship.

Church Health Score

Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence

82/100

Strong

This church scores 82/100 compared to other Baptist churches in Richmond.

Baptist Benchmarks

Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages

Avg congregation size142
Avg giving / member / yr$1,240
Churches per 10k people3.8

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