Frequently Asked Questions
What are the largest Baptist churches in the US?
The largest include Prestonwood Baptist Church (Plano, TX), Second Baptist Church (Houston, TX), First Baptist Dallas, Saddleback Church (Lake Forest, CA), and Elevation Church (Charlotte, NC). Most are Southern Baptist Convention affiliates.
What church management software do Baptist churches use?
Planning Center is the most popular platform among Baptist churches for its flexibility and modular pricing. Breeze ChMS is the go-to for mid-size congregations wanting simplicity. Realm serves larger SBC churches with more complex needs. See our full Baptist church software guide for detailed recommendations.
Is the Southern Baptist Convention the same as Baptist?
No — "Baptist" is a broad theological tradition with dozens of denominations. The SBC is the largest, with about 45,000 churches and 13 million members in the US. Others include American Baptist Churches USA, Independent Fundamental Baptist, and Progressive National Baptist Convention, among many others.