Our Church's History
Before 1869
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Some time between 1614 and 1626, the first congregation of Baptist Christians began to gather in Coventry, probably under the leadership of Rev Helwys.
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25 August 1822 - William Jarvis held the first General Baptist meeting in a room in Bell Court, a brewery yard in Much Park Street, and by 1823, a church was formed.
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24 April 1825 - They opened St. Mary’s Mission chapel in Whitefriars Lane able to seat 300.
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In 1851, classrooms and a gallery were added increasing the capacity to 500.
Our Building
Church Sanctuary
Our Worship Sanctuary can seat up to 160 guests.
The hall is fully equipped with microphones, sound desk and projector.
The platform conceals a full-size water baptistry.
Church Garden
Our front lawn also has a small patio area and benches.
This can be used for picnics or barbecues.
There is a separate grassed children's garden with slides, etc.
Car Park
We have off-street parking for up to 20 cars, including two reserved disabled parking bays, plus bicycle locking facilities.
The gates are locked when the church is closed. Vehicles and belongings are left at your own risk.
New Garden Room
Our former Rainbow Play Room has been transformed into a calm hospitality area, with a kitchenette and patio doors providing access to our allotment. We hope the community will enjoy using it when gardening in our allotment.
Church Allotment
Our rear garden is being used as an allotment.
We are planning to open this up for public involvement for the benefit of the local community.
Interested in getting involved?
We need waterers and weeders! Get in touch!
Private Prayer Room
This small, comfortable room with two large sofas is used for individual private prayer ministry, with one of our church leaders or prayer team.
If you have a prayer need, enquire during one of our services, or phone the office to arrange an appointment.
