Southside Baptist Church, Birmingham, AL

What Southside Baptist Church, Birmingham, AL does

Southside Baptist Church is a Birmingham, Alabama religious nonprofit that operates as a congregation and ministry hub at 1016 19th Street South in the Five Points South district. Its core functional product is weekly Sunday worship at 11:00 a.m., supplemented by Wednesday Bible Study (6 p.m.), a monthly Thursday Contemplative Service (5:30 p.m.), and an extensive music ministry anchored by a 62-rank Holtkamp pipe organ (3,354 pipes in service for 40 years), the Sanctuary Choir, the Martinson Choral Scholars program, and the Jazz Vespers series running since approximately 1992. Education and formation programs include Sunday Bible Study classes (Community Class and Trinity Class), Men's Bible Study, Book Studies, and Children's Ministry (nursery through fifth grade), as well as a Youth Group for middle and high school students. Outreach ministries include the Southside Food Pantry (serving at least 100 individuals weekly in partnership with Iron City Church, Community Food Bank of Central Alabama, and United Way) and the Saturday Feed the Hungry ministry at Lynn Park.

The church serves multiple constituent segments — general community/members, families with children, youth, food-insecure neighbors, and adult men — and extends its reach through both in-person and digital channels, including YouTube livestream, iTunes podcast, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and an email newsletter. Its business model is voluntary contribution-based, with tithes and offerings processed through an AccessACS online giving portal; no pricing applies and there are no commercial customers. Beyond direct programming, Southside operates a Ministry Center that has provided office space for compatible nonprofit organizations and worship space for other congregations (including the Korean Baptist Church of Birmingham) for over 30 years, and leads the interfaith Southside Faith Communities coalition that hosts annual Thanksgiving and Pride services. The church is staffed by 29 employees and is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, the Alliance of Baptists, and the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists.

Name

Southside Baptist Church, Birmingham, AL

Legal name

Southside Baptist Church

Website

https://southsidebirmingham.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Southside Baptist Church is a Birmingham, Alabama Baptist congregation offering Sunday worship, Bible study, music ministry, children's and youth programs, food assistance, and an interfaith community coalition, funded by voluntary tithes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services (House of Worship)

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAJAA

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

Keywords

• Christian worship services
• Biblical education programs
• Community ministry services
• Worship music programs
• Food assistance programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Birmingham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tithes and Offerings: Members contribute through tithes and offerings as part of congregational giving. The church operates a secure online contribution portal through AccessACS for digital giving.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Southside Baptist Church is a Baptist congregation that provides weekly worship services, Bible study programs, a music ministry, and community outreach ministries to its members and the broader Birmingham, Alabama community. Its core offerings include Sunday worship, Wednesday Bible study, contemplative services, music programs (Sanctuary Choir, Holtkamp organ, Jazz Vespers), youth and children's ministries, and a food pantry serving food-insecure neighbors.

Product overview

Southside Baptist Church is a religious organization offering a portfolio of ministry programs and worship services. The core offerings include Sunday worship services (in-person and livestream), Wednesday Bible Study, Contemplative Service, and a Music Ministry program. Additional ministry programs include Children's Ministry (with nursery and worship care), Youth Group, Food Pantry, Feed the Hungry Ministry, Porch Fellowship, Baptist Happy Hour, Southside Faith Communities interfaith coalition, Book Studies, and Sunday Bible Study classes. The church also offers Jazz Vespers performances and a worship audio podcast. These programs collectively support the church's mission of 'building an inclusive community of grace.'

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sunday Worship Service Weekly worship gathering held at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary with in-person and livestream options, including prayers, songs, scripture readings, and homily. For members and visitors in Birmingham, AL.
• Wednesday Night Bible Study Virtual prayer and Bible study session held on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m., covering various topics for spiritual formation and community engagement. For adults seeking spiritual growth.
• Contemplative Service Monthly contemplative worship service held Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m. in Memorial Chapel, incorporating prayer, scripture, communion, music, and guided reflection. For those seeking a contemplative spiritual experience.
• Music Ministry Comprehensive music program including the Sanctuary Choir, the 62-rank 3,354-pipe Holtkamp organ, and the Martinson Choral Scholars program supporting university music students. For choir members, musicians, and the broader congregation.
• Jazz Vespers Quarterly jazz and gospel music service featuring an eight-piece band performing since approximately 1992, held three to four times per year. For community members who enjoy jazz and gospel music in a worship setting.
• Youth Group Youth ministry program for middle and high school students including Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. with gatherings in the downstairs area. For young adults seeking peer community and spiritual growth.
• Children's Ministry Children's programs including nursery care (ages 0-36 months), worship care (ages 3 through Kindergarten), and Children's Church during Sunday services. For families with children seeking faith formation and safe childcare during worship.
• Food Pantry Food distribution ministry operating every other Thursday in collaboration with Iron City Church, Community Food Bank of Central Alabama, and United Way of Central Alabama, serving at least 100 individuals weekly. For food-insecure neighbors in the Birmingham community.
• Feed the Hungry Ministry Saturday morning hunger relief ministry operating at Lynn Park, providing food assistance to those experiencing hunger. For food-insecure community members in Birmingham.
• Porch Fellowship Communal gathering featuring food, drinks, and music designed to cultivate belonging and community connections outside of Sunday worship. For church members and visitors seeking fellowship.
• Baptist Happy Hour Community-building event providing shared meals and fellowship opportunities for participants to share stories of God's work in their lives. For adults seeking community engagement.
• Southside Faith Communities Interfaith and multi-faith coalition of congregations across the Southside of Birmingham hosting annual Thanksgiving Service, Pride Service, and other community events. For clergy, lay leaders, and community members pursuing common good.
• Book Studies Seasonal faith development program offered in Fall and Spring featuring studies on various topics aligned with the church's mission of building an inclusive community of grace. For adults seeking faith development.
• Sunday Bible Study Sunday morning Bible study classes at 9:30 a.m. including Community Class (taught by Rusty Bennett) and Trinity Class (peer-led, taught by Phil Watts), using Formations curriculum. For adults seeking Sunday faith formation.
• Men's Bible Study Weekly men's Bible study held Thursdays at noon in the Heritage Room with both in-person and virtual participation options. For adult men seeking Bible study and fellowship.
• Livestream Services Online streaming of worship services via YouTube channel, allowing remote participation in Sunday services. For members and visitors unable to attend in person.
• Worship Audio Podcast Podcast recordings of Sunday worship services available via iTunes, allowing subscribers to listen to past services. For members and remote listeners wanting on-demand access to worship services.

Quantifiable outcome

• At least 100 individuals served weekly through food pantry ministry
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouthside is a proud member of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, a Christian network of individuals and churches working together to spread the hope of Christ. CBF is based in Decatur, GA with 1,800 churches, 18 state/regional organizations, and field personnel in 30+ countries.
• Alliance of BaptistscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouthside is a proud member of the Alliance of Baptists, an organization of Baptist congregations committed to diversity, inclusion, and collaborative ministry.
• Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists (AWAB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouthside is a member of the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists, an organization of welcoming and affirming Baptist churches.
• Southside Faith CommunitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn interfaith and multi-faith group of congregations across the Southside of Birmingham consisting of clergy and lay leaders with shared vision of pursuing common good. Hosts yearly Thanksgiving Service, Pride Service, and additional events.
• Iron City ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner in operating the Southside Food Pantry. Iron City Church works with Southside to serve food-insecure neighbors.
• Community Food Bank of Central AlabamacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization providing food bank support for Southside Food Pantry operations serving food-insecure neighbors.
• United Way of Central AlabamaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner in the Southside Food Pantry ministry supporting food-insecure community members.
• AA Groups (Alcoholics Anonymous)minorOthersAA Groups meet at Southside Baptist Church facility, sharing space for addiction recovery support meetings.
• Family Promise of BirminghamminorOthersFamily Promise of Birmingham shares space at Southside for homeless family ministry support.
• Bridge MinistriesminorOthersBridge Ministries shares space at Southside for community ministry purposes.
• Korean Baptist Church of BirminghamminorOthersKorean Baptist Church of Birmingham has been worshipping at Southside facility for over 30 years.
• Southside FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation partner sharing space and/or collaborative mission with Southside Baptist Church.
• Alabama PossibleminorOthersAlabama Possible shares space at Southside for advocacy and community capacity building.
• CAP (City Action Partnership) ProgramminorOthersDowntown Birmingham CAP program shares space or collaborates with Southside for community initiatives.
• Collaborative SolutionsminorOthersCollaborative Solutions shares space at Southside for community programming.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• First Baptist Church of Birmingham: Historic Baptist congregation in downtown Birmingham with similar Sunday worship, Bible study, and community outreach programming, serving a comparable member demographic in the same metro.
• Cathedral Church of the Advent (Birmingham): Historic downtown Birmingham congregation with comparable worship and music-heritage profile (including a notable music program), serving an overlapping Birmingham professional demographic.
• Green Springs Baptist Church: Mid-sized Baptist congregation in the Birmingham metro where Southside's current pastor previously served; directly comparable in denomination, scale, and ministry portfolio.
• Korean Baptist Church of Birmingham: Baptist congregation that has worshipped at Southside's facility for over 30 years; shares denominational affiliation and physically shares space with the subject church.
• Iron City Church: Small Birmingham congregation collaborating with Southside on the Southside Food Pantry; highly comparable in progressive Baptist identity, scale, and community-outreach focus.
• Highland United Methodist Church: Mid-sized mainline Protestant congregation in Birmingham offering worship, children's and youth ministries, and community outreach with a comparable inclusive theological posture.

Broad incumbents

• Church of the Highlands: Largest Baptist-affiliated multisite church in Birmingham with multiple campuses and a much broader regional footprint; comparable theological positioning but operates at vastly greater scale than Southside.
• Cooperative Baptist Fellowship: Denominational network of 1,800 Baptist churches in which Southside holds membership; provides referral visibility, mission partnerships, and field personnel across 30+ countries.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/southsidebham
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC9KD4Eg0RS0nvjWKyxWGbaw
• Facebookfacebook.com/SouthsideBaptistChurch
• Instagraminstagram.com/southside.bham
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/southside-baptist-church-birmingham-al

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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