Second Baptist Church, Liberty

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A place to experience belonging

Many people spend years looking for their people. We found ours at Second Baptist Church. Sometimes the person who has the hardest time finding community in a church is the pastor. At Second Baptist, that has not been the case. As a 2BC pastor, I’m also free to be a person among people, sharing faith, questions, and life together. This is a place where I, too, experience belonging… a rare gift.

I’ve heard more than one person say that when they became part of the 2BC community, they felt like they could breathe again. I know what they mean. There is grace here… space for faith, for questions, and for doubt. The people of Second make room for joy and struggle, the relationships here carry life. If you’re searching for your people, or simply for a place to breathe and be human, you are welcome here. We would be glad to meet you and to walk alongside you at whatever pace you need.

Jason Edwards
Senior Pastor

What to Expect on Sundays

Sunday mornings at Second Baptist include two worship services and Bible study for all ages between them.

You’re welcome to come for one hour or to stay for the full morning. If you’d like help finding your way, greeters in the Welcome Center can point you toward worship spaces, classrooms, and coffee.

Worship is rooted in Scripture and includes shared leadership through Scripture reading, prayer, and congregational singing. Our pastors preach in both services, and members of the congregation also help lead. We think of worship as something we do together, not something we watch.

We offer two Sunday morning services:
9:00 a.m. — A more intimate, contemporary service held in Tutt Chapel
11:00 a.m. — A traditional service in the sanctuary featuring choir and organ

Both services follow the same Scripture, prayers, and sermon. The difference is the sound and the setting.

Between services, Bible study classes for all ages meet from 10:00–10:45 a.m.

Frequently Asked Questions

Second Baptist is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF). CBF churches are rooted in Baptist life while valuing freedom of conscience, congregational leadership, and shared mission. We partner with CBF Heartland and support local and global mission work through this wider network.
There’s no dress code. You’ll see everything from jeans and sneakers to dresses and jackets. Wear what’s comfortable for you.
Parking is available in lots on the northeast side of the church off Lightburne Street. The Juvenile Justice Center lot off Kansas Street is also designated for church use on Sundays. ADA-accessible parking is available near the building on the east side, along Franklin Street, and across from the Welcome Center.
The Kansas Street entrance is ADA-accessible and leads directly into the Welcome Center, where greeters can help you find your way. Another ADA-accessible entrance is available on the west side of the building, and an elevator is available in the Welcome Center.
Children are welcome in worship, and childcare is available for infants through pre-K during both services. Bible study classes for children meet from 10:00–10:45 a.m. Preschool spaces are on the second floor, and elementary classrooms are on the fourth floor.
Middle and high school students gather for Bible study on Sunday mornings from 10:00–10:45 a.m. They also meet most Sunday evenings for Innermission, which includes worship, small groups, games, and a shared meal. Student spaces are located on the sixth floor.
Yes. A shuttle runs in Liberty on Sunday mornings to and from worship. To reserve a ride, call the church office at 816-781-2824.
Sharing your information helps us follow up in a thoughtful way and say thank you for being with us. All information is kept confidential, and we won’t overwhelm you with communication.
If the church has been a source of pain for you, we’re sorry. Many people at Second Baptist carry their own church wounds. You don’t need to think exactly like us to belong here. What holds us together is a shared desire to give and receive the love of Christ.
Yes. Communion at Second Baptist is open to all who profess Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Our communion bread is gluten-free.

You’re not alone. Second Baptist tends toward a low-key welcome. You’ll be greeted, but not overwhelmed. Participation is always optional, and there’s room for quiet reflection as well as conversation. Many people appreciate the clear worship guide and moments of silence built into each service.

If you’d like to get a sense of worship before visiting, you can watch an 11:00 a.m. service online.

Membership at Second Baptist can happen in several ways: through profession of faith and baptism, affirmation of a previous baptism, or transfer from another church. You’re welcome to speak with a pastor or call the church office at 816.781.2824 at any time to learn more.