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First Baptist Church in Newton

848 BEACON STREET, Newton, MA 02459

About First Baptist Church in Newton


First Baptist Church in Newton is a Baptist Churches parish located at 848 BEACON STREET, Newton, MA, 02459. The First Baptist Church in Newton parish office answers at +16172442997.

n American Baptist Church, founded July 5, 1780. This congregation, believing God's love and grace are offered to all to be shared and celebrated by all, welcomes persons of every age, race, sexual orientation, denomination, cultural background, and economic means as vital and integral members of God's family.

Where is First Baptist Church in Newton located?


First Baptist Church in Newton is located at 848 BEACON STREET, Newton, MA, 02459. The building sits at coordinates 42.33012, -71.19627, placing it in Newton, MA 02459.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

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The neighborhood around First Baptist Church in Newton


The ZIP code 02459 area around First Baptist Church in Newton is home to 19,182 residents with a median household income of $210,785 and a median age of 45.5 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

19,182 Residents in ZIP 02459
45.5 Median age
$210,785 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at First Baptist Church in Newton


Baptist churches emphasize Scripture, a clear gospel message, and music — and welcome visitors to observe freely.

  • Services usually run 60–90 minutes: worship songs, a Bible-centered sermon, and an invitation to respond.
  • Communion (called the Lord's Supper) is observed periodically, open to anyone who has professed faith in Christ.
  • Dress is casual; families are welcomed and children are often part of the service.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

First Baptist Church in Newton on the National Register of Historic Places


First Baptist Church in Newton is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 82002746, added to the Register on 1982-04-15.

Read the official NPS nomination for First Baptist Church in Newton →

Your Sunday at First Baptist Church in Newton


Nearest transit Parker St @ Hagen Rd · 938 ft

Questions and answers about First Baptist Church in Newton


What denomination is First Baptist Church in Newton?
This parish is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
Where is First Baptist Church in Newton located?
The parish is located at 848 BEACON STREET, Newton, MA, 02459.
Is First Baptist Church in Newton on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 82002746, added 1982-04-15.

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