Friendship Baptist Church

About this church

Friendship Baptist Church in Schenectady, New York, worships on Sundays at 10:30 a.m., with Sunday School at 9 a.m. beforehand. The congregation was formally established in 1919 and has met in its building at 407 Union Street since 1956. The site describes it as one of the oldest African American congregations in the city and notes more than a century of ministry in the area.

A midweek Bible study meets on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. The church invites visitors to join the choir, which accepts singers of all skill levels, and to take part in a church ministry that focuses on stewardship and community service. The congregation is known for social outreach and missionary work in the Schenectady area. Events posted on the site have included online Bible studies for stewards and a women's conference, so check the calendar for current offerings. Those interested in membership can contact the church directly. The church also offers a mobile app for staying connected and giving. For questions before a first visit, call the church office at (518) 374-8679 or email the address listed on the website.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources: Home: service time, address, phone · About: history and outreach · Visit: Sunday School, service, Bible study

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