If you love Jesus Christ more than you
fear human judgment,
then you will not only speak of compassion,
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but act with it.
Compassion means seeing your friend
and your enemy in equal need
and helping both equally.
It demands that you seek and find the stranger,
the broken, the prisoner, and comfort him
and offer him your help.
Herein lies the holy compassion of God
that causes the devil much distress.
~ Meditations of Mechthild of Magdeburg (1207-1294)
We’re located at 16th and O Streets NW—in the heart of Washington, a mile north of the White House. We are part of the Dupont Circle and Logan Circle neighborhoods. Need more info? Call us or click below.
We look forward to greeting you in person. In the meantime, you can request prayer or ask a question by calling or sending an email.
At First Baptist DC, giving is the fuel that powers every congregational expression of hospitality, compassion, generosity and justice. FBC relies on the congregation for regular, sustainable financial support.
The First Baptist Church of the City of Washington, D.C.
1328 16th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20036
(202) 387-2206
Office Hours
Sunday 8:30 AM–2 PM
Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM–4 PM
Friday-Saturday Closed
