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Independent Fundamental Baptist

Northwest Bible Baptist Church

1755 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123
Recommended — Green across priorities
Quick Facts
Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable Pastor Phil Cavanaugh
Founded Unknown
Denomination Independent Baptist
Service Times Verify via website
Men's Ministry No
Kids Ministry Yes
Website nwbbc.com
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Orthodox trinitarian — IFB.
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Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
Describes itself as 'fundamental' — strong Scripture authority.
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Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
No men's ministry confirmed.
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Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Faith alone — IFB.
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Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Verified — male pastor Phil Cavanaugh, Keith Gomez Pastor Emeritus. No women pastors.
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Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Phil Cavanaugh succeeded Keith Gomez; voted in March 2022; full-time ministry since 2006.
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Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Old-fashioned, fundamental Baptist preaching.
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Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Self-described as 'old-fashioned, independent, fundamental Baptist church that believes, preaches, and practices the Bible.'
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Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Verified conservative — 'upholding standards of Christian conduct,' 'conservative congregational singing,' no affirming language.
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Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
Confirmed IFB: "old-fashioned, independent, fundamental Baptist church that believes, preaches, and practices the Bible." Affiliated institutions: Providence Baptist College, Northwest Baptist Academy, Kyte River Revival Campgrounds.
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Assessment
Northwest Bible Baptist Church is a self-described 'old-fashioned, independent, fundamental Baptist church.' Led by Pastor Phil Cavanaugh since March 2022, succeeding Keith Gomez. Associated with Providence Baptist College. Strong IFB identity. Phil Cavanaugh has been in full-time ministry since 2006. No men's ministry found. Solid IFB credentials.
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-16 — Annual review recommended
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