Gratitude Sunday and Thanksgiving Lunch
Enjoy food, friendship and fun at FBC’s annual Thanksgiving lunch after worship on November 23, catered by Bittersweet Catering. Cost is $15/person with a $40 family maximum. Consider purchasing an extra ticket so guests in worship that Sunday can enjoy a meal with the FBC family. RSVP below to reserve your place and purchase tickets.
Young Adults: Way Wednesdays
Way Wednesdays are the mid-week gatherings for young adults in their 20s and 30s. We share dinner and explore faith through teaching, contemplative practices, and honest conversation.
Dupont Circle Citizens Association November Members Meeting
You're invited to attend the Dupont Circle Citizens Association's November meeting, which will be held in our Sanctuary on Monday, November 17 at 7 pm. This month's keynote speaker is Mike Curtin, CEO of DC Central Kitchen, addressing the urgent issue of growing hunger and food insecurity in our city.
Young Adults Friendsgiving
Prepare your favorite Thanksgiving dish, and join Young Adults for Friendsgiving this Sunday, November 16. We will gather at the church from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Confirm your attendance by Friday morning here.
FBCDC Welcomes Amanda Tyler
On Sunday, November 16, we will welcome Amanda Tyler, executive director of BJC (Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty), leading the organization as it upholds the historic Baptist principle of religious liberty: defending the free exercise of religion and protecting against its establishment by government.
Young Adults: Way Wednesdays
Way Wednesdays are the mid-week gatherings for young adults in their 20s and 30s. We share dinner and explore faith through teaching, contemplative practices, and honest conversation.
Schreiber Recital Series
First Baptist will host the fourth annual organ recital in the Lawrence P. Schreiber Recital Series with a concert by organist Gregory D’Agostino at 4:00 pm Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in the sanctuary.
Young Adults: Way Wednesdays
Way Wednesdays are the mid-week gatherings for young adults in their 20s and 30s. We share dinner and explore faith through teaching, contemplative practices, and honest conversation.
Young Adults: Way Wednesdays
Way Wednesdays are the mid-week gatherings for young adults in their 20s and 30s. We share dinner and explore faith through teaching, contemplative practices, and honest conversation.
Young Adults Day Trip to Doc Waters Cidery & Orchard
Our young adults are heading to Doc Waters Cidery & Orchard in Germantown, Maryland, on Saturday, October 25, for a perfect fall day trip.
Young Adults: Way Wednesdays
Way Wednesdays are the mid-week gatherings for young adults in their 20s and 30s. We share dinner and explore faith through teaching, contemplative practices, and honest conversation.
Newcomer Lunch
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other new faces, hear more about First Baptist's history and mission, and discover the many ways to get involved in the life of our congregation. Whether you've been with us for a few weeks or a few months, we'd love to get to know you better over a meal together.
Sing with Chancel Choir for Candlelight Carols
All are invited to join the Chancel Choir to sing for Candlelight Carols, a beloved FBC tradition.
Young Adults: Way Wednesdays
Way Wednesdays are the mid-week gatherings for young adults in their 20s and 30s. We share dinner and explore faith through teaching, contemplative practices, and honest conversation.
Milk and Juice Happy Hour
Bring your toddlers, preschoolers, and energy levels—we'll provide the beverages, simple snacks, and a welcoming space for parents to connect while kids play.
MLT and MAT Lunch Meeting
This is an important time for our ministry leaders to connect, collaborate, and discuss the ongoing work of FBCDC. Lunch will be provided.
Worship this Week at FBCDC
Financial conversations often trigger shame, anxiety, or guilt. But what if God's perspective on money is actually liberating?
Good Friday Service of Silence and Shadows
Remember and reflect on Christ’s suffering and crucifixion in this “Service of Silence and Shadows” led by our choir and readers from the congregation. The sanctuary moves from light to darkness as we mark Christ’s suffering and death.
Maundy Thursday
On Thursday evening, April 17 at 6:30 p.m., we will observe Maundy Thursday with our sister congregation, Nineteenth Street Baptist Church, in FBC’s Fellowship Hall.
Rally at the Capitol: Advocating for LGBTQ+ Lives
The Collective of Queer Christian Leaders is gathering on Monday, April 14th at 10:00 am for a Rally at the U.S. Capitol (U.S. Capitol, Area 11, at the Intersection of Independence Avenue SE & First Street SE, Washington, D.C.). As we witness coordinated efforts to strip away people’s dignity, safety, and rights, all LGBTQ+ communities, people of faith, allies, and advocates are invited to join CQCL on the 14th. Pastors Eric and Julie will be there. Registration is not required but is highly encouraged to help CQCL plan an effective rally. You can register using this link.
Parade with Palms
This Sunday is Palm Sunday. Following worship, we will process through our DuPont Circle neighborhood led by our friends from Mariachi Ay Ay Ay. Join the FBC family as we sing, wave palms, and bless our neighbors with the message that they are loved by God. Wear your walking shoes and biggest, welcoming smile! Meet in the Narthex immediately after worship to begin our 30-minute parade on 16th Street.
Congregational Meeting
THIS Sunday, March 30, at 2:30 pm, we will have a congregational meeting by Zoom. A link will be sent in Sunday morning’s email. This meeting will include updates from our Ministry Leadership Team and our Ministry Action Teams.
