First Baptist Dallas has nearly raised the amount needed to start rebuilding its historic sanctuary following a donation from Hobby Lobby's CEO and a local family.

After a fire damaged one of the nation's largest Southern Baptist megachurches in 2024, Hobby Lobby is stepping in to help repair its historic sanctuary. First Baptist Dallas, a 16,000-member church ...

Reconstruction of First Baptist Dallas’ red-brick sanctuary, destroyed by fire last year, is set to be complete in 2028. Despite the crisis, the church’s team has remained intact, said Ben Lovvorn, ...

Dallas firefighters spray water on hot spots after a fire destroyed the First Baptist Church chapel in downtown Dallas, Saturday, July 20, 2024. Brandon Wade / Special Contributor First Baptist Dallas ...