Sunday Worship 10:00 AMWednesday Bible Study 7:00 PM325 S Comrie Ave, Johnstown

Call (518) 762-3902
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About us

First Baptist Church is an independent Baptist church in Johnstown, New York. We teach the Bible verse by verse, and we are glad you are here.

Plan your visit What we believe
The long red brick side of the church and its white steeple, seen across the gravel parking lot and the lawn under a wide sky with clouds. The columned front entry and a flag are at the right.

Who we are

We are a church that governs itself under Christ, and no outside group runs us. We teach the Bible verse by verse.

What does "independent" mean?

From our Statement of Faith: "We believe in the autonomy of the local church, free of any external authority or control."

Service times and what to expect

Our church line

Loving God, Loving Others, Serving the World.

Our leaders

Dr. Douglas VanNostrand

Senior Pastor

Dr. VanNostrand became our senior pastor on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

Meet Dr. VanNostrand

For anything at all, call the church office: (518) 762-3902.

Our town

We are glad to be neighbors in Johnstown. Our doors are open on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening.

Plan your visit

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Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.

Hebrews 13:8