About United Baptist Church
United Baptist Church is a Baptist Churches Baptist church in Newport, Rhode Island located at 30 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840. As of April 2026, United Baptist Church holds a 4.8-star rating across 11 Google reviews. The United Baptist Church parish office answers at (401) 847-3210.
he United Baptist Church, John Clarke Memorial is a historic Baptist church in Newport, Rhode Island, USA that was founded in 1638–1644. It is one of the two oldest Baptist congregations in the United States and is currently affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA.
United Baptist Church (Newport, Rhode Island)
The United Baptist Church, John Clarke Memorial is a historic Baptist church in Newport, Rhode Island, USA that was founded in 1638–1644. It is one of the two oldest Baptist congregations in the United States and is currently affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA. The current meeting house of the church was constructed in 1846.
When does United Baptist Church hold services?
United Baptist Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Thursday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Friday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 10 AM–12 PM, Monday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Tuesday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM. All times are local to Newport, RI.
- Wednesday
- 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
- Thursday
- 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
- Friday
- 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 10 AM–12 PM
- Monday
- 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
Where is United Baptist Church located?
United Baptist Church is located at 30 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840. The building sits at coordinates 41.49031, -71.31200, placing it in Newport, RI 02840.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Public parking 469 ft
- Public parking 472 ft
- Public parking 512 ft
- Customers free parking 528 ft
- Public parking 564 ft
- Turo before Clarke · RIPTA 548 ft
- Marlborough before Farewell · RIPTA 551 ft
- Marlborough before Farewell · RIPTA 564 ft
- Newport City Hall · RIPTA 571 ft
- Touro before High · RIPTA 640 ft
- Mel's Cafenio · greek 331 ft
- Root 335 ft
- Boru Noodle Bar · noodle 371 ft
- Stoneacre Brasserie 581 ft
- Tijuana Burrito Grill · mexican 591 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 24, 2026.
The neighborhood around United Baptist Church
The ZIP code 02840 area around United Baptist Church is home to 23,847 residents with a median household income of $81,307 and a median age of 39.8 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 United 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 parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at United Baptist Church
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Questions and answers about United Baptist Church
- What denomination is United Baptist Church?
- This parish is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
- What are the service times at United Baptist Church?
- Published hours: Wednesday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Thursday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Friday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 10 AM–12 PM, Monday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, Tuesday 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
- What is the phone number for United Baptist Church?
- You can reach the parish at (401) 847-3210.
- Where is United Baptist Church located?
- The parish is located at 30 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840.
- How do visitors rate United Baptist Church?
- 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 11 Google reviews.
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