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First Baptist Institutional Church Everyone is Welcome! The church where the difference is worth the distance, located in the North Lawndale Community on Chicago's west side.

The Reverend Aaron Brasfield Jr is Pastor

10/04/2026

It's Sunday Worship LIVE at the First Church in Chicago, IL

Join us as we praise and worship our God together!

CCLI # 22896839 / 22896846

⛪ **There’s a place for YOU here!** 💚💛This **National Back to Church Sunday**, we’re opening our doors and inviting YOU ...
09/16/2026

⛪ **There’s a place for YOU here!** 💚💛

This **National Back to Church Sunday**, we’re opening our doors and inviting YOU to worship with us at First Baptist Institutional Church!

Whether it’s been a few weeks, a few years, or you’ve never stepped inside our doors before—**come as you are and be our guest.** And don’t come alone! Invite a friend, bring your family, call someone you haven’t seen in church lately, and let’s worship together.

📅 Sunday, September 20th
📖 Sunday School | 9:00 AM
🙌🏾 Worship | 10:00 AM
📍 4220 W. 18th St. (18th & Keeler)
Chicago, IL 60623
💻 In person & online

**One day. One invitation. Eternal impact.**

Who are YOU inviting back to church? Tag them below! 👇🏾

✨ YOU’RE INVITED TO WORSHIP WITH US! ✨There’s a seat for you at First Baptist Institutional Church this Sunday! Join us ...
08/29/2026

✨ YOU’RE INVITED TO WORSHIP WITH US! ✨

There’s a seat for you at First Baptist Institutional Church this Sunday! Join us for a time of worship, fellowship, and the Word.

⛪ Sunday Worship | 10:00 AM
📍 4220 W. 18th St.
Chicago, IL 60623

Can’t make it in person? Join us online! Wherever you are, we invite you to worship with us.

Facebook - Firstbic.org - Conference Call

💚💛 Be our guest — we can’t wait to worship with you!

☀️ **Daily Scripture | Thursday**“This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” — **Psa...
08/27/2026

☀️ **Daily Scripture | Thursday**

“This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”
— **Psalm 118:24 KJV**

Whatever this Thursday brings, remember that God made this day, and He is present in it. Walk into today with gratitude, faith, and the confidence that the Lord is with you every step of the way. 🙏🏾💚💛

Take a moment today to thank God for another day and share this scripture with someone who could use the encouragement.

Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Indiana during this difficult time. We pray for every family impacted, for...
08/26/2026

Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Indiana during this difficult time. We pray for every family impacted, for those who have experienced loss, and for the first responders, emergency personnel, volunteers, and community leaders working tirelessly to help.

May God provide comfort to those who are hurting, strength to those facing uncertainty, and protection to every community affected.

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” — Psalm 46:1

Indiana, we are praying with you and for you. 💚🙏🏾

It is with reverence to the will of our God, that announce the passing of Sister Clara Burnett. Her home going celebrati...
08/25/2026

It is with reverence to the will of our God, that announce the passing of Sister Clara Burnett.

Her home going celebration will be held at our worship center.

Friday, August 28th, 2026
Visitation: 10 AM - 11 AM
Celebration: 11 AM - 12 PM

Please pray for the family during their time of bereavement.

“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” -- II Corinthians 5:8

🎒📚 BACK TO SCHOOL! ✏️🍎As students, educators, administrators, and families begin a new school year, First Baptist Instit...
08/23/2026

🎒📚 BACK TO SCHOOL! ✏️🍎
As students, educators, administrators, and families begin a new school year, First Baptist Institutional Church is praying for a year filled with success, growth, protection, and new opportunities. 🙏🏾
Whether you’re stepping into a classroom, teaching one, sending a child off, or supporting students behind the scenes—remember that God is with you every step of the way.

✨ New season.
📚 New goals.
🙏🏾 God’s plan.

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” — Proverbs 16:3
Have a blessed and successful school year! 💚💛

It is with reverence to the will of our God that we announce the transition of Deacon Harvey L. Stephens. Celebration of...
08/07/2026

It is with reverence to the will of our God that we announce the transition of Deacon Harvey L. Stephens.

Celebration of Life will be at our church on Saturday, August 8th, 2026

Visitation: 9:00 AM
Celebration: 11:00 AM

Please continue to pray for the Stephens Family during their time of bereavement.

Address

4220 W 18th Street
Chicago, IL
60623

Telephone

+17735223300

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