Where Jesus Christ is the Center Attraction.

Our Story

West Side Missionary Baptist Church has been in the West Oakland community for over 80 years. We strive to help those around us through community organizing, taking on issues such as No Coal in Oakland, helping to solve the homeless epidemic through our Safe Car Park program, and helping to tackle affordable housing in the city of Oakland.

Fellowship With Us

Join us every Sunday at 11 A.M.
732 Willow Street, Oakland, CA 94607

Meet Our Pastor

Rev. Ken Chambers is an Oakland native, community leader, activist, and proud Pastor of West Side M.B.C. for over 30 years. He also serves as the Founding President of the Interfaith Council of Alameda County and is a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Our Programs

In partnership with the Interfaith Council of Alameda County, the Safe Car Park Program is designed to provide safe overnight parking for individuals and families who are living out of their cars.
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In the News

Community Leaders Rally against Coal Terminal Threat

Oakland activists protest coal terminal, citing pollution risks

Oakland church furthers work to house the homeless