American Baptist

The American Baptist Churches USA is a Christian denomination that emphasizes personal faith, community service, and social justice. It values the Bible as a spiritual guide, promotes believers' baptism (typically by immersion), and encourages individual interpretation of scripture. As part of the Baptist tradition, it maintains local church independence while working together through nationwide associations. The denomination is committed to inclusion, diversity, and active engagement in societal issues, fostering a sense of shared mission among its member churches across the United States.