welcome to First African Baptist Church

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Sunday Service: 10:45 AM  •  Wednesday Bible Study:  7:00 PM

Join us as we exalt God,
through passionate worship and praise!

Experience First African

We are a loving, learning, and growing church. Our history impacts our future. Our faith impacts our lives. Our hearts impact our community. Discover God with us, and let’s pursue Christ together.

Meet Our Pastor

Dr. Rodney Waller

Dr. Rodney D. Waller is the anointed Senior Pastor of the First African Baptist Church of Richmond, Virginia.  He serves as the 10th Pastor of this historic church, the third oldest African American church in the United States. Dr. Waller has pastored at First African Baptist Church for ten years. Under his leadership, the church has experienced tremendous growth in membership and ministry.  He led the congregation in expanding its ministry through passionate worship and engaging in purposeful outreach.

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