Central Baptist has been located in the city of Palmerston North for over 100 years. It has a long history of providing spiritual nurture to Christians of all ages. The church has a strong sense of connecting spirituality with a persons daily life and also a need to connect with the wider needs of the community.
Historically the church was in the centre of town. In 1983 the congregation moved into a new facility on the other side of the square. The old building is now the Abbey Musical Theatre.
The Abbey Theatre
New Facility
Currently the church consists of four distinct yet connected congregations. It supports local and international ministries both financially and with long terms workers and volunteers. At the local level Central Baptist began a community work called Te Aroha Noa in the suburb of Highbury. This social ministry, that began as a small cottage industry in the local community, has grown to become a major social and spiritual provider. Te Aroha Noa provides an Early Childhood Centre, parental support, ongoing adult education and counselling services. In doing so, it has become part of the social glue that keeps many people on their feet.
For more information please contact the church office: office@pncbc.org.nz