Southside Baptist Church

About this church

Southside Baptist Church in Decatur gathers for worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m., with Bible study classes beginning at 9:15 a.m. The service typically runs about an hour and includes congregational singing, prayer, Scripture reading, and preaching. The music mixes traditional and modern hymns, and the preaching moves verse by verse through sections of the Bible. The church aligns with the Southern Baptist Convention and uses the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 as its statement of faith. Services can also be watched live online on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

A midweek Bible study meets Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Children are encouraged to take part in the Sunday service alongside their families, and children's bulletins are provided. Childcare is available during worship for infants through preschoolers. The church is at 709 9th Street SE, one block east of 6th Avenue, and is marked by a steeple. Visitors can park on the north side of the building and enter through the main doors under the steeple, while accessible parking is on the west side. The building is wheelchair-accessible, and assistive listening devices are available. Dress is mostly casual, though some attendees dress up. The office is open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with its entrance on the 8th Avenue side. Confirm times on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Service times, address, and phone · Visit details: worship style, parking, childcare, accessibility · SBC affiliation and statement of faith · Office hours and office entrance location

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