First Baptist Church of Abilene

Reaching people for Jesus Christ and together becoming more like Him. Abilene, TX

Who We Are

We are a downtown church with a neighborhood feel. We have folks of all ages that are growing together as a family of faith.

About Us

Vibe
Downtown, Conservative, Multigenerational, Friendly, Neighborhood-focused

Programs
Community Service, Faith and Work, Children's Ministry, Addiction/Recovery, Young Adults, Youth Group, Choir, Missions, Nursery, Adult Education, Daycare

Music
Passionate Reverent

Denomination
Baptist (SBC)

Size
Large

Language
English

Founded
1881

Plan Your Visit

Services

09:00amSunday 10:30amSunday 06:00pmSunday 05:00pmWednesday 06:00pmWednesday

Contact

Address
1333 N 3rd St
Abilene, TX 79601

Phone
(325) 673-5031

Website
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Directions
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Our Services

What are services like?
We are a blended style of worship that takes both the traditional hymns and contemporary songs and together we worship God. We are a Bible believing, Spirit led, Christ centered congregation who strives to develop our spiritual lives as we also share the good news with those in our community and the world.

What is the community like?
We are multigenerational and understand that as a family we have a responsibility towards one another as well as reaching out to our neighbor. We are missional in all that we do; striving to meet our local neighbors, but supporting three specific missionary families around the world. We offer Bible study classes for all ages and on Wednesday nights we have music and mission classes for the children. Youth are extremely important to us and we have numerous options for spiritual growth.

What if I'm not a Christian?
As a community of faith, we want everyone to understand the love and support of our family and invite all to participate in everything we do.

Leadership View all

Phil Christopher

Phil has been pastor of First Baptist since March, 1995. In addition to his many pastoral responsibilities, he also is actively involved in the civic life and leadership of Abilene. Phil has previously pastored churches in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kentucky. While pastoring in Kentucky, he taught at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Phil holds a BA degree from Baylor University, a Master of Divinity degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Doctorate of Ministry from Brite Divinity School of TCU.