As part of the Sacred Series, I offer this photograph of First Baptist Church on Country Way in North Scituate.
According to the church’s website, a Baptist society was started in 1811 by Abiel Cudworth. Scituate folks will recognize Cudworth as the name of one of the original Men of Kent who settled this area. Members initially hosted worship services in their homes but as the congregation grew they built their first church – current residents know this building as the G.A.R. Hall on Country Way towards the town center. By the late 1860s, however, the need for a larger building was apparent and this church you see here was built.
First Baptist has been quite gracious about allowing their building to be used by community groups such as Boy and Girl Scout troops. Their building is a lovely landmark on Country Way.
What a beautiful church building! I guess if I click on the church website, then I’ll see interior photos, too….