Isn’t it amazing that Immanuel Baptist Church has become a welcoming place for all nationalities? Founded on February 7th 1894 this church has a unique history. Forty six charter members met under Rev Carl Roth to start Immanuel Baptist Church.
Immanuel began as a mission outreach. The First German Baptist Church wanted to minister to New York City’s growing German speakers. The church incorporated on April 15th 1897. By April 1902 Immanuel became self supporting.
For nearly 50 years Immanuel focused on the German speaking community. But in the 1940s things began to change. In 1942 an English Sunday Evening Service started. Regular German services stopped in 1980. A Hispanic Bible class began in 1983. Since then Immanuel has had ethnic ministries.
Today Immanuel Baptist Church truly reflects its neighborhood. People from many cultures and languages gather here. No matter your background this church can feel like home.
Immanuel Baptist Church was founded with a clear purpose. It exists to focus on knowing Christ. It also aims to make Him known. This aligns with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18 20.
The church has a vision for the future. It sees people from different backgrounds worshiping God together. They are united as one body. The church wants people to grow spiritually. It wants them to become core spiritual leaders. This happens through discipleship small groups service and church planting. Immanuel also wants to show God’s love. It wants to serve the community and the world. Immanuel Church exists to glorify God. It makes and grows fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
Immanuel Baptist Church has strong values. The church believes the Bible is God’s inspired Word. It sees the Bible as the final authority. This applies to all matters of faith. So members write the scriptures on their hearts. They live them out in the world.
The church believes in one Almighty God. This God exists as three persons. They are the Father Son and Holy Spirit. These three are in perfect harmony. So members cultivate real loving relationships. They do this to reflect God’s glory.
Immanuel believes God is the Sovereign Father. He keeps His promises. He revealed Himself to mankind in various ways. So members love and worship Him. They do so with trust and obedience.
The church believes Jesus Christ is our only Savior. He is the head of the church. Therefore members serve others. They make Him known.
Immanuel believes the Holy Spirit is our Counselor. He lives in every believer. The Spirit shows Himself through gifts for service. He also gives power to live godly lives. So members rely on Him. They encourage each other in love and good deeds.
Immanuel Baptist Church sees itself as a redeemed body of Christ. It is united and commissioned. It disciples the nations. Each member does their part. So members gather faithfully. They equip and support each other. They reach the world for Christ.
The church believes worship exalts God. It does so in spirit and in truth. This is a holistic way of life. So members honor God in everything they do.
Immanuel Baptist Church also has affiliations. It works with Mission Northeast. This is its regional connection with local churches. It partners with CB America. This is its national connection with regions of churches. Immanuel also supports Missions Door. This is its mission to North America. The church is involved with World Venture. This is its mission to the world. Immanuel supports Samaritan’s Purse. This supports giving towards world disasters. Some members support Compassion International. They support children. The church also participates in WCA Global Leadership Summit. This is its annual leadership training.
Immanuel partners with Connection NYC. Daniel and Kari McGhee lead this church. They serve in Astoria Queens New York. Astoria is one of the world’s most diverse neighborhoods. Immanuel helps them serve their community. They do this through practical projects. For example they give away coffee. They set up Connection NYC’s worship service. They hand out information cards. They host an Easter Egg Hunt and a Fall Fest. These events show God’s love. They offer chances to connect with people.