The Belfry (steeple): 1868 and 2006 The original 1849 building was constructed without a bell tower. In 1868, the three Protestant congregations sharing the church, Baptist, Methodist, and Advent Christians, jointly raised the funds to add the steeple and cover the roof with new materials. The belfry would not stand undisturbed forever. Church records from…
We were absolutely delighted to welcome back Pastor Kemp to lead our Easter service! As many of you remember, Pastor Kemp served as our beloved head pastor for many years throughout the 1990s. Though he now resides in New Hampshire with his family, we are incredibly blessed that this was his second visit to preach…
Thank you to everyone that stopped by our Christmas eve service. We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Special thanks to our members who donated gloves, hats, socks, skateboards, helmets, children’s coats and more to the Vermont Veterans Home event. Food for this event was provided for free by the VT Grill.…
Thank you to the Town of Williamstown for donating their metal ramps to the Pownal skatepark. Williamstown is getting a new concrete skatepark to be built by Grindline, who built the Bennington and Manchester VT skateparks. Thanks to Nate, from the Pownal Conservation Committee, Tara from the Town of Pownal, Jeff Miller Excavating, Seth Jenkins,…
The Bennington Vermont Skatepark Is Officially Open!We’re excited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Bennington Skatepark! A heartfelt thank-you to our church members who volunteered hundreds of hours and contributed over $7k to help make this park a reality for the community. Located just 10 minutes north of our church, the park is…
Our church will be giving away skateboards today at the free lunch offered by the North Bennington Baptist Church. Stop by the newly opened skatepark for hot dogs, beans and drinks!
Join us and the North Bennington Baptist church for a FREE lunch at Merchants Park, 117 Pleasant St., Bennington, on Saturday, August 23, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. All ages are welcome. Feel free to bring a chair or blanket to sit and enjoy your meal. We’ll have free giveaways for the children who…
The Bennington Vermont Skatepark build is almost complete! For updates on park opening visit Benningtonskatepark.com
250 years ago, in May 1775, Pownal played a key role in America’s first Revolutionary War victory. The Green Mountain Boys from Pownal led the charge to capture Fort Ticonderoga, a pivotal moment in history. We were honored to open our church doors for the visitors of this celebration and reenactment of Pownal’s contribution! More…
In May of 1775, 250 years ago, Pownal played a crucial role in securing America’s first victory in the Revolutionary War. The Green Mountain Boys from Pownal organized and marched ahead of others, contributing to the successful capture of Fort Ticonderoga. As we celbrate Pownal’s history, we would like to highlight Mr. Lawrence Chaffee. He…