How it all started...
Baptist Home was constituted on January 6, 1880 with ten charter members. This organizational meeting was held in the home of Rev. James D. Tinsley who along with Rev. John Adam, served as the church’s first pastors. The first church building built about 1884, was a small one room structure. Beginning in 1907 and continuing for a period of about ten years, the Wilkes County Board of Education was permitted to hold school in the building.
Expanding the vision...
In 1922, the church decided to build a new building, which like the first one was a one room structure, though larger than the original building. The present church was built in 1948 and completely renovated in 1977. The three floor educational building was built in 1958. In 1987, the church added a two story brick educational building to the existing educational building. This included a fellowship hall, kitchen, nursery and preschool departments, children’s department, church office and pastor’s study. On May 31, 2000 lightning struck the educational building and it was completely destroyed by fire. It was rebuilt by March of the following year. Over the years, the church has added a picnic shelter, a church bus, community walking trail and a new Family Life Center.
Where we are headed...
At Baptist Home Church, our rich history inspires us as we look to the future. While we honor the faith and dedication of those who have come before us, we remain committed to building on their legacy by advancing God’s kingdom in new and meaningful ways. Our vision is to be a church that continues to grow in faith, serve our community, and share the love of Christ with everyone we encounter.
As we move forward, we are dedicated to meeting the needs of a changing world while remaining anchored in the unchanging truth of God’s Word. Whether through expanding our ministries, deepening discipleship, or fostering stronger relationships within our church family and beyond, we aim to be a place where people of all ages can experience the hope and grace found in Jesus Christ. Together, we are excited to see how God will use Baptist Home Church to make a lasting impact for His glory.
As we move forward, we are dedicated to meeting the needs of a changing world while remaining anchored in the unchanging truth of God’s Word. Whether through expanding our ministries, deepening discipleship, or fostering stronger relationships within our church family and beyond, we aim to be a place where people of all ages can experience the hope and grace found in Jesus Christ. Together, we are excited to see how God will use Baptist Home Church to make a lasting impact for His glory.
