About First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church is a Baptist Churches parish located at 1804 SOUTH 9TH STREET, Mattoon, IL, 61938. The First Baptist Church parish office answers at +12172347740.
Church With a Heart in the Heart of Illinois. The purpose of First Baptist Church is to glorify God through worship & through personally introducing people to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and disciplining them in the scriptural principles of worship, Bible study, prayer, living the Spirit-filled life and sharing the good news.
Where is First Baptist Church located?
First Baptist Church is located at 1804 SOUTH 9TH STREET, Mattoon, IL, 61938. The building sits at coordinates 39.47993, -88.37585, placing it in Mattoon, IL 61938.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
What to expect at a service at First Baptist Church
Baptist churches emphasize Scripture, a clear gospel message, and music — and welcome visitors to observe freely.
- Services usually run 60–90 minutes: worship songs, a Bible-centered sermon, and an invitation to respond.
- Communion (called the Lord's Supper) is observed periodically, open to anyone who has professed faith in Christ.
- Dress is casual; families are welcomed and children are often part of the service.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Questions and answers about First Baptist Church
- What denomination is First Baptist Church?
- This parish is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
- Where is First Baptist Church located?
- The parish is located at 1804 SOUTH 9TH STREET, Mattoon, IL, 61938.
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