Our Story

It was in the State of Rhode Island in 1780 that the Free Will Baptist Denomination was founded by Benjamin Randall. In the early 1800's a land grant was given by the government to the Kittles' family and they in turn deeded land to the people of the community for a school. In those days, religion and education went hand in hand,  so in Kittles' Schoolhouse, near the northwest corner of Vernon Township, on September 19, 1857, Union Free Will Baptist Church was organized by Elder David C. Topping and Jordan Nye, with Charles Ball and Daniel Hartly as Deacons. John Bussey was Church Clerk, and Elder David C. Topping was the first Pastor.
Twenty-two additional members included: Martin Finney, Charles Call, William Downard, George Finney, Joseph Jenkins, Samual McClain, James Dunlap, William Stevens, Alexander Simmons, Edward Teatling, Washington Lair, Triphasa Finney, Lucindia Jenkins, Mary Lair, Ann Boren, Teltha Call, Harriett Call, and and Mary Teatling.

The vision of Union Free Will Baptist Church is to create a community of authentic believers and to witness a city transformed by the life changing reality of the gospel,  and we're focusing this effort on the future of the church - our youth. Union Free Will Baptist has a thriving youth program with kids of all ages. Our youth leaders are committed to instilling a biblical foundation in the hearts of our children, helping them to grow and understand the Love, Grace, and Mercy of God.

“I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me”- Philippians 4:13

At Union Free Will Baptist Church, we aim to serve as a light house to the community, opening our doors to everyone who desires to Love, Worship, and Serve. We're helping people to start, grow, or nourish their relationship with our Lord and Savior. We want people to feel like family as soon as they're greeted at the door.

If you're looking for a place to worship, and you enjoy a family friendly atmosphere, come and join us as we worship together!