Contact & Location for First Baptist Church
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Service Times for First Baptist Church
Sunday 10:00 AM
Sunday Worship
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Timm Ashley
Pastor
What their website says
A Note from Reverend Timm Ashley:
Programs & Ministries at First Baptist Church
About First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church of La Crosse is a small Baptist congregation located at Main Street and West Avenue, diagonally across from the YMCA, with roots dating back to 1852 as the first church founded in the city. The church is affiliated with the American Baptist Churches in the USA and emphasizes making God's love in Jesus a reality to the community through personal connection and individual care. With its intimate size, the congregation ensures that every member is valued and has a voice in ministry direction. Regular Sunday worship services provide opportunities for spiritual growth, and the church maintains an active calendar of events and educational opportunities throughout the year. Visitors are warmly invited to join the congregation for worship, learning, and fellowship as the church seeks God's truth and will in the lives of its members and the broader La Crosse community.
First-Time Visitor Info for First Baptist Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Regular Sunday worship is held at 10:00 am, with an emphasis on personal connection within an intimate congregational setting. Visitor Tips: As a small congregation, First Baptist welcomes visitors personally; browsing the church's website calendar is encouraged to learn about current events and educational opportunities.
History & building
Founded in 1852
First Baptist Church is the first church founded in La Crosse, and its oldest. In 2002 it celebrated 150 years of service to God in the La Crosse community.
What their website says
From its first days in 1852
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
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