About First Chinese Baptist Church
First Chinese Baptist Church is a Baptist Churches church located at 15 WAVERLY PLACE, San Francisco, CA, 94108. You can reach First Chinese Baptist Church at +14153624139.
First Chinese Baptist Church of San Francisco
The First Chinese Baptist Church is a historic American Baptist church located in the Chinatown region of San Francisco. Founded in 1880 to serve recently immigrated Chinese-Americans, the church had a tumultuous early history due to two schisms, Sinophobia, and the destruction of the original building. In the modern era, the church serves both long-term residents and new generations of immigrants.
Where is First Chinese Baptist Church located?
First Chinese Baptist Church is located at 15 WAVERLY PLACE, San Francisco, CA, 94108. The building sits at coordinates 37.79352, -122.40679, placing it in San Francisco, CA 94108.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Portsmouth Square Plaza Garage 682 ft
- Saint Mary's Square Garages 768 ft
- Public parking 846 ft
- Mister Jiu's · chinese 82 ft
- Hang Ah Restaurant · chinese 180 ft
- Spicy King · chinese 210 ft
- Capital Restaurant 223 ft
- New Honolulu 292 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Jun 6, 2026.
What to expect at a service at First Chinese 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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at First Chinese Baptist Church
Questions and answers about First Chinese Baptist Church
- What denomination is First Chinese Baptist Church?
- This church is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
- Where is First Chinese Baptist Church located?
- First Chinese Baptist Church is located at 15 WAVERLY PLACE, San Francisco, CA, 94108.
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