About Providence Baptist Church
Providence Baptist Church is a Baptist Churches church located at 40 DUKE STREET, Providence, RI, 02908. You can reach Providence Baptist Church at +14012741016.
First Baptist Church in America
The First Baptist Church in America, also known as the First Baptist Church of Providence or the First Baptist Meetinghouse, is the oldest church in Rhode Island and the oldest Baptist church in the United States and the Americas. The church was established in 1638 by Roger Williams in Providence, Rhode Island. The present church building was erected between 1774 and 1775 and held its first meetings in May 1775. It is located at 75 North Main Street in Providence's College Hill neighborhood. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960. It is affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA.
Where is Providence Baptist Church located?
Providence Baptist Church is located at 40 DUKE STREET, Providence, RI, 02908. The building sits at coordinates 41.83398, -71.42494, placing it in Providence, RI 02908.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around Providence Baptist Church
The ZIP code 02908 area around Providence Baptist Church is home to 39,099 residents with a median household income of $68,268 and a median age of 34.9 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Providence Baptist Church
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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Questions and answers about Providence Baptist Church
- What denomination is Providence Baptist Church?
- This church is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
- Where is Providence Baptist Church located?
- Providence Baptist Church is located at 40 DUKE STREET, Providence, RI, 02908.
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