First Baptist Church, Bristol, RI
About UsOur Story
Many faces, one faith.
We care about one thing more than anything else, Jesus Christ. First Baptist is a family of individuals that have found hope in Jesus, and simply want as many people as possible to experience that same freedom
We are a diverse group of believers – bankers, musicians, social workers, teachers, public servants, business owners, parents – united by our shared faith in a loving God.
What does this mean for you? Most importantly, you’re always welcome here. We’re saving a seat for you. Wherever you’re at in your faith journey, you’ll always be accepted as part of the our family.
Our Values & Beliefs
We believe Jesus Christ is the Risen Saviour
He died for our sins and rose to the right hand of the Father.
We believe in the Bible
We believe in the Trinity
Baptism
Believer baptism by immersion in water in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Our Pastor
Several years ago, we welcomed Rev. Jacob McGuire, his wife Rachel, and their children Esther, Spencer, Bruce , and Ian to our family.
Jake’s training for ministry consists of a Master of Divinity degree from Gordon Conwell Seminary, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance/Economics from Lake Superior State University (LSSU). Jake and Rachel previously served in campus ministry at Anchor House at LSSU. Jake participated in formal mentoring with Rev. Potter at the Church of the Redeemer in Franklin, Massachusetts; he served under Rev. Terry Morgan as an ordained deacon, and was a Sunday school teacher and preacher at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Contact Jake directly at: pastorjakemcguire@gmail.com
1811 – On August 22, Dr. Nelson led in founding our church with 23 members.
1813 – Reverend James M. Winchell became our first ordained minister on June 23.
1814 – Dedication of the Federal style “Stone Chapel.” Our building is on land granted by the Town of Bristol. Built with granite blocks, it has a gable roof supported by post and beam construction.
1814 -Reverend Barnabas Bates became pastor; in 1816, at his suggestion, the first Sunday school in town was established. The Baptist and Congregational Churches often collaborated in this endeavor.
1868 – A pipe organ was installed for $1,100.
Join us!
We are saving a seat for you.
Worship Service - Sundays at 10:30 am
Sunday School - Sundays at 10:45 am
Youth Group - Sundays at 6:30 pm
Bible Studies during the week.
Location:
250 High Street, Bristol, RI
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We would love to connect with you and answer any questions you may have.