Welcome!  We are an American Baptist  congregation located in the heart of the Iowa State University community.  First Baptist is a mix of college students, families, current and retired ISU faculty and staff, and folks from all over the Ames area.  We strive for:

  • joyful worship that engages both heart and mind
  • deep fellowship that enriches our life together
  • compassionate service in our community and world


We are located in Campustown, one block south of the ISU Memorial Union.  We are "building an inclusive family of faith" and invite you to join us!

Hybrid Worship - in person/on Zoom!

Join us on Sundays at 9:45 am!  


Click here to connect for worship and other events via Zoom.

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                                             Watch videos of past services


worship in our front yard


August 4, 10 am (note the time)

Shared Worship with First Christian and Ames UCC


September 8, 9:45 am

meal with Hickory Park BBQ follows





Parkinson's Singing Festival

Saturday, August 10, 6:30 pm

First Baptist Church

in person or on Zoom

(click here to join by Zoom)


A singing group for people with Parkinson's disease meets weekly at our church.  You are invited to their annual concert!  Composer and pianist Joel Raney will be a special guest.