In February of 1975, the Lord laid a vision on Pastor Dick Hedger’s heart to start a church for the inner-city people of downtown Sacramento. That became a reality on January 25, 1976, when the doors opened for the first time at 2115 8th Street. This property was rented and later bought from the Chinese Grace Bible Church. In 2019, the Lord opened the door for DBC to relocate to a new location at 6130 Freeport Blvd. Over the past 40+ years, Pastor Hedger saw many come to Christ and many grow in the Lord. Downtown Baptist Church would not be where it is today without the leadership of Pastor Hedger. His commitment to the ministry never wavered, and his passion for people is evident in the work here.

On June 16, 2024, our church voted unanimously to call Bro. Seth Riojas to pastor! We are thrilled for how God has brought them to Downtown Baptist Church and by God's grace, DBC will continue on until the Lord returns. We have enjoyed the journey of serving the King of kings from this city and from this place. Our Lord has blessed us with wonderful people who have hearts for the work of Christ. We trust that you will not only get to know our ministry, but also visit a service soon.

Pastoral Team

Seth Riojas

Senior Pastor

Dick Hedger

pastor emeritus

Joel Hedger

ASSOCIATE PASTOR