VIENNA, Va. — The first and oldest church in Vienna, First Baptist Church of Vienna, was founded on September 1, 1867, more than 20 years before the town's incorporation.

Founded by African American farmworkers George McBrown, Daniel West, and Edmund Harris on land deeded for one dollar by Union Army veteran Major O. E. Hine, the original church building was constructed along Lawyers Road using lumber obtained through the Freedmen's Bureau from a Civil War barracks that was being demolished. The structure served as both a place of worship and a public school for Black children.

In December 1957, First Baptist Church relocated from Lawyers Road NW to 450 Orchard St. NW. Near the original Lawyers Road site, a historical marker notes that the congregation held baptismal services in Hunters Branch from 1923 to 1952. The property, now known as Carter's Glen, was the homestead of Charles Carter, the grandson of a formerly enslaved man.

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Named for former resident Joseph Tinner, Tinner Hill became the site of the first rural branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. In the early 20th century, local African American residents organized to challenge segregation and discrimination, helping lay the groundwork for future civil rights victories.

Today, Tinner Hill stands as a reminder of the power of community action, civic engagement, and the enduring pursuit of equality.

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ANNANDALE, Va. — What an incredible evening of praise and worship as the Gospel Choir, Korean Ministry praise team, and Spirit and Truth praise team of Capital Baptist Church joined the praise team of Iglesias Capital to present "The Gathering: Every Nation in Worship"—a powerful celebration of music, song, prayer, and unity in Christ.

HARRISONBURG, Va. — Our family was blessed to travel and celebrate this Resurrection Sunday as Matthias participated in the baptism service at Aletheia Church. Tears of joy were flowing as he made his public declaration his of faith.

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