FBY

The First Baptist Church of Ypsilanti was founded in 1836 by a small group of people led by Rev. JS Twiss.  Rev Twiss was described as "a preacher of strength and vivacity.  His hatred of oppression and everything degrading to man took forms of expression never to be forgotten by his listeners. "

From the beginning FBY has met anywhere it could find space until building its own meeting place.  Enduring multiple fires and rebuilds, the congregation never stopped meeting.  FBY has also been active in planting and supporting many churches in the area. 

FBY Pastors and laity have been involved in many community and civic organizations, including but not limited to, Habitat for Humanity, The Hope Clinic, SOS, Friends in Deed, Kiwanis, Daughters of the American Republic, Young Life, The Thrift Shop, and Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels which was started in our church in 1974 and continues to this day to deliver meals to our community.

FBY desires to be a people who demonstrate their love for God by loving and serving their community.  One of the ways this is being accomplished is by offering our facility to other organizations.  Currently Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels, Jewish Family Services, and Mosaic Church call 1110 W Cross St home. 

First Baptist is a member of the American Baptist Churches of the U.S.A. Through this partnership and involvement with other Christian para-church organizations, we recognize and work toward the unity of faith in Jesus Christ.   

It is with a sense of awe that we look at all the gifts which our Lord has bestowed upon us. We recognize that this places great responsibility on us, and we shall continually strive to be faithful.