FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF NORFOLK, INC.
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Our History

Founded in July 1800, First Baptist is the oldest Baptist church in the city of Norfolk, Virginia. For over 200 years we have been steadfastly spreading the word of the Lord and serving the Hampton Roads community. The church as a stalwart in the area of education answered a special calling in 1958 by opening its doors for the tutoring of "The Norfolk Seventeen." The 19th pastor, Dr. Robert G. Murray, came in 1983, with the theme, "Pastor and People Working Together for a More Excellent Way." Pastor Murray has brought forth many ministries throughout the years such as Youth, Singles, Couples, Seniors, and Military with the idea that building strong families in changing times would build strong communities and sustain individuals. Other ministries such as Tutorial Ministry, the Soup Kitchen, and the Clothes Closet were established to help the community beyond the walls of the church. First Baptist is no longer just 418 E. Bute Street but is a beacon of light that touches all different addresses in the surrounding communities. If you are looking for a church home, we invite you to visit and worship with us at our 9:45 a.m. service each Sunday. The church is located in downtown Norfolk, Virginia across the street from the Norfolk Scope. May grace, mercy, and peace be unto you.

Our Mission

​To CELEBRATE God's presence through worship.
To COMMUNICATE God 's teaching through the study of the word.
To CHARACTERIZE Christ through evangelism.
To COMMIT to God's faithfulness through giving and serving.
To CONFIRM God's love through fellowship.

​Contact Information

Interim Pastor, Jerry Holmes
418 East Bute Street 
Norfolk, VA  23510
Phone: 757-622-6701
Fax: 757-622-9197
​Renew Counseling: 757-622-4506
Email: office@fbcnorfolk.org


Services

Sunday Services
9:45am- In-Person and Virtual
​

Wednesday - Bible Study 
H
eld at 7pm (Combined study)
via ZOOM for computer users
or 
Call-in users dial
 1-301-715-8592 and enter Meeting ID: 922 0949 5983#, then enter 293242 #

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Additional Facilities

READY Academy Christian School
Taste 'N See Banquet and Conference Center
Renew Counseling Center
First Baptist Church Youth Campus
  • Home
  • General Information
    • COVID-19 Information
    • Children's Church
    • Pastoral Search Committee Update
    • Facilities >
      • READY ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
      • RENEW COUNSELING CENTER
      • THE MURRAY CENTER, LLC
      • YOUTH CAMPUS
    • Ministries >
      • Christian Education Ministries
      • Church Life Ministries
      • Congregational Care Ministries
      • Evangelistic Ministries
      • Family Life Ministries
      • Stewardship Ministries
      • Worship Ministries
      • Youth & Young Adult Ministries
    • Our Church
    • Directions
    • Contact Us >
      • Church Email
    • Announcements
    • Tech Support
  • LIVE STREAMING
    • Live Stream - YouTube
    • Full Screen Live
  • Donations
  • C.R.O.W.N Project BEYOND