Washington Avenue Baptist Church

Washington Avenue Baptist Church Welcome to “The Wash!” Celebrating 158 Years! Senior Pastor Terrence J. Matthew 28: 19-20 (KJV) At Washington Avenue Baptist Church, “You Count and We Care.”

Tate, presiding

Mission:
"To be a thriving church that reaches and build people to be Christ-like." Historic Washington Avenue Baptist Church is a progressive church that focuses on God through dynamic worship, relevant preaching, relevant teaching, and effective ministry. Our worship services are a blend of traditional, charismatic, and contemporary styles. The ultimate aim is that our diverse,

intergenerational congregation, will have a profound encounter with God (in their own way) before they leave our public worship experiences.

06/01/2026

Sermon Clip:

Elder Troy Stegall (Sanctuary of Praise COGIC), guest speaker for our citywide Unity Sunday service, delivers a powerful reminder about the things that can create division if we are not careful.

Sermon: "Unity Is What We Need!"
Scripture: Psalm 133:1

To view the full sermon, visit:
https://www.historicwashingtonave.com/sermons

"Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." Ephesians 4:3 (NIV)Washington Avenue Bapt...
06/01/2026

"Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." Ephesians 4:3 (NIV)

Washington Avenue Baptist Church was honored to host Unity Sunday, with a record 13 churches represented! It was a time of great fellowship and healing!

The next Unity Sunday is scheduled for August 30th at Faith Tabernacle Apostolic Church (Springfield).

Wishing safe travels to our OUTSTANDING drummer, Philip Moye, who is relocating to Pennsylvania. May God continue to ble...
05/31/2026

Wishing safe travels to our OUTSTANDING drummer, Philip Moye, who is relocating to Pennsylvania. May God continue to bless your ministry. Thanks for serving as the "heartbeat" of our worship team.

05/31/2026

Our Youth and Young Adult Choir blessed us so much, performing "Hallelujah, Salvation, and Glory!"

Director: Sis. Taniya Hawkins

HAPPENING THIS SUNDAY!There's a PRAISE PARTY happening THIS SUNDAY AT 4:00 P.M. We will have CHUUUUURCH!!!Several church...
05/30/2026

HAPPENING THIS SUNDAY!

There's a PRAISE PARTY happening THIS SUNDAY AT 4:00 P.M. We will have CHUUUUURCH!!!

Several churches from across Springfield are coming together for ONE AMAZING FELLOWSHIP.

Our featured speaker will be Elder Troy Stegall (Sanctuary of Praise COGIC).

It's all happening at The Wash!
Washington Avenue Baptist Church
Sunday, May 31st at 4:00 p.m.
1722 N. National Avenue

HAPPENING WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 P.M.What does it mean to be chosen by God? Knowing the answer to this question will change y...
05/29/2026

HAPPENING WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 P.M.

What does it mean to be chosen by God? Knowing the answer to this question will change your life!

We will do a deep dive into this topic during our 1st Wednesday Night Refreshing, June 3rd, at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Refreshing is an interactive Bible Study series where we apply the Bible in practical ways and learn in a classroom-type setting. There will be activities for the youth.

LEAD TEACHER:
Dr. Leonard B. Horton, III

LOCATION:
Washington Avenue Baptist Church
1722 N. National Avenue, Springfield

DATE / TIME:
Wednesday, May 6th
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

A New Chapter: Celebrating the Morgan Family During an emotional worship service, we said farewell to the Morgan family....
05/24/2026

A New Chapter: Celebrating the Morgan Family

During an emotional worship service, we said farewell to the Morgan family. For 15 years, Reginald and Felicia Morgan have poured out their hearts. They have served hard and have shown so much love to our church and community.

Their next season will be spent in Georgia to be closer to family.

Washington Avenue Baptist Church will miss you! You will always have a home at "The Wash!"

HAPPENING SUNDAY, MAY 31ST AT 4:00 P.M.How much PRAISE and WORSHIP can you fit into ONE SUNDAY? We're going to find out ...
05/24/2026

HAPPENING SUNDAY, MAY 31ST AT 4:00 P.M.

How much PRAISE and WORSHIP can you fit into ONE SUNDAY? We're going to find out on Sunday, May 31st, at 4:00 p.m, when several Springfield churches will come together under one roof.

Unity Sunday
Washington Avenue Baptist Church
Sunday, May 31st at 4:00 p.m.
1722 N. National Avenue
Springfield, MO 65802

HAPPENING WEDNESDAY!This Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., Minister Danny Goeking will continue our "Refreshing" bible study serie...
05/19/2026

HAPPENING WEDNESDAY!

This Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., Minister Danny Goeking will continue our "Refreshing" bible study series.

This spring semester, Minister Goeking is focusing on five relationships created for us.

This will be an "interactive," classroom-like atmosphere where attendees will work in groups and be encouraged to ask questions and participate in discussions.

Activities will be available for the youth.

DETAILS:
Washington Avenue Baptist Church (in the Sanctuary)
1722 N. National Avenue
Springfield, Missouri 65803
Wednesday, May 20th
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Address

1722 N National Avenue
Springfield, MO
65803

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+14178662750

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