The church, which has a mixed but primarily African American congregation, is the first church to be established in the town of Vienna.  It was established by a group of freed black men who bought the land from a former Union army officer for $1.00.  Prior to that it was a "bush church" which means the members held services outside in the woods.

The church building is located in what was once considered the "Black Community" of Vienna. It is across the street from the first school built for black children in the town.  Many of the homes in the surrounding area are still held by descendents of original Black owners; however, an influx of whites and others moving closer to the District have changed the demographic.

Even with that, the church continues to thrive due to the more than 30 ministries it offers at a high standard of service delivery.  First Baptist serves their members, the local community, the nation and other countries.  Ministries can include anything from health education to ministering to the infirmed and the spiritually-down trodden.  There is a ministry for any age from infancy to the oldest member who is over 100 years and has been at the church her entire life.  The church’s current theme of “Moving from Good to Great” is evident in the delivery of service for the membership and surrounding community.

About First Baptist Church of Vienna

First Baptist Church of Vienna is a missionary Baptist church located at 450 Orchard Street in Vienna, Virginia.  Established in 1867, the church has deep roots in the community and serves its membership, the local community and the world in over 30 different ministries.  The Reverend Doctor Kenny Smith has been pastor since 1987.

 

Vicki Bailey or
Deaconess Augustine Twyman
First Baptist Church of Vienna
(703) 938-3731 or (703) 447-8225
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