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About Us

Our church is a vibrant, multicultural community located in the heart of Springfield, the third-largest city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. As of 2024, Springfield has an estimated population of approximately 154,888 residents, with around 25% living below the federal poverty line. Our church serves as a welcoming and safe haven for immigrants, refugees, and all who seek spiritual support and community.

Our Mission

Make disciples of Jesus Christ who live as His loving witnesses and proclaim to all people the everlasting gospel of the Three Angels' Messages in preparation for His soon return (Matt 28:18-20, Acts 1:8, Rev 14:6-12).

Our Method

Guided by the Bible and the Holy Spirit, Seventh-day Adventists pursue the mission of making disciples through Christ-like living, healing, serving, proclaiming, teaching, and training.

Our Vision

In harmony with Bible revelation, Seventh-day Adventists see as the climax of God's plan the restoration of all His creation to full harmony with His perfect will and righteousness.

Who We Are

We are a Christian faith community that is part of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church. Rooted in the Bible and centered on Jesus Christ, we seek to reflect God’s love through worship, service, and community outreach.

As Seventh-day Adventists, we value spiritual growth, healthy living, strong families, and compassionate service. We believe the church is not just a building, but a people called to live out their faith daily, serving God and our community with humility, integrity, and purpose.

We welcome individuals and families from all backgrounds to join us as we grow in faith, study God’s Word, and prepare for the return of Jesus Christ.

What We Believe

Seventh-day Adventists accept the Bible as the inspired Word of God and base our beliefs on its teachings. Our core beliefs include:

  • God – One God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a loving Creator who desires a personal relationship with every person.
  • Jesus Christ – Fully God and fully human, whose life, death, and resurrection provide salvation and hope for all.
  • The Bible – God’s authoritative revelation of His will and truth.
  • Salvation – A gift of grace received through faith in Jesus Christ, not by works.
  • The Sabbath – The seventh day of the week, Saturday, observed as a sacred day of rest, worship, and fellowship.
  • The Church – A community of believers called to worship God, support one another, and share the gospel.
  • Health and Wholeness – A holistic approach to life that honors God by caring for the body, mind, and spirit.
  • The Second Coming – The personal, visible return of Jesus Christ, which is the blessed hope of the church.

We seek to live out these beliefs with love, compassion, and faithfulness as we serve God and others.

Learn more about Adventist beliefs at adventist.org .

Life at First Springfield

A bright welcome in daylight and a reflective pause at dusk, both part of our worship rhythm.

From the sunlit new entryway to the hush of the bridge at dusk, First Springfield gathers in bright welcome and reflective peace.

First Springfield Church exterior bathed in daylight

Sunlit welcome

The new front exterior invites you with bright, clear light every day.

The church and bridge illuminated at dusk

Evening stillness

The bridge-dusk view keeps watch over Springfield as Sabbath approaches.