Freedom outreach church in Carbondale, Illinois

University Baptist Church, located at 700 South Oakland Avenue in Carbondale, Illinois, is a welcoming place of worship with a focus on traditional yet lively services, well-organized ministries, and enjoyable fellowship opportunities. Led by Rev. Annable, the church offers a mid-week Bible study on various topics drawing from a range of sources, including other faith traditions. Recent studies have covered themes such as the difficult words of Jesus and the legacy of white supremacy in American Christianity. At University Baptist Church, there is no pressure to conform to a specific worldview. The church values independent thinking and encourages individuals to make their own decisions with guidance. Members are free to choose their level of involvement in programs and ministries, interpret the Bible in their own way, and make their own political choices.