How it all started...
Winchester Road Baptist Church was started in 1987 when the Madison Baptist Association realized the need for more churches in the Huntsville area. Huntsville was growing with space related jobs that were coming to the area.
The Madison Baptist Association purchased 12 acres of land for WRBC and several nearby churches agreed to assist in the startup of the church. At first, meetings were held in members' homes and garages. The first official church service was held on March 2, 1987, at Jackson Way Baptist Church since there was not yet a meeting place for WRBC.
WRBC started with 24 charter members and in 1988, Pastor Hal Howard was selected to lead this new church in its quest to serve the community for Christ. In 1990, WRBC became formally organized. Once there was land, it wasn't long before there was a church. At first, it was merely a trailer that later became our youth trailer, then a small trailer with a steeple and by this time, there were 60 members.
Next came the present sanctuary and East wing that was built completely by volunteers with the help of Carpenters for Christ. Then later the fellowship hall and more rooms were added along with another trailer for office space.
In August 2009, the new foyer along with the West wing was built. The newest wing includes office space, a recreation center, a youth chapel and Sunday school rooms which meet present-day. It gives the church building a whole new feeling because of the inclusion of a new entrance and steeple.
The Madison Baptist Association purchased 12 acres of land for WRBC and several nearby churches agreed to assist in the startup of the church. At first, meetings were held in members' homes and garages. The first official church service was held on March 2, 1987, at Jackson Way Baptist Church since there was not yet a meeting place for WRBC.
WRBC started with 24 charter members and in 1988, Pastor Hal Howard was selected to lead this new church in its quest to serve the community for Christ. In 1990, WRBC became formally organized. Once there was land, it wasn't long before there was a church. At first, it was merely a trailer that later became our youth trailer, then a small trailer with a steeple and by this time, there were 60 members.
Next came the present sanctuary and East wing that was built completely by volunteers with the help of Carpenters for Christ. Then later the fellowship hall and more rooms were added along with another trailer for office space.
In August 2009, the new foyer along with the West wing was built. The newest wing includes office space, a recreation center, a youth chapel and Sunday school rooms which meet present-day. It gives the church building a whole new feeling because of the inclusion of a new entrance and steeple.
SMALL GROUPS AND MINISTRIES
SUNDAY SCHOOL
With Sunday School class options ranging from nursery babies to senior adults, we have plenty of options available for you. We have two Sunday School meeting times: 8:30am & 9:40am. Contact Us for more information about which class is the right fit for you.
WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Our women's ministry is centered around growing together in the Word with the fellowship of like-minded believers. Built to lift each other up while growing in God's grace, our women's ministry hosts many events open for all ladies to come.
MEN'S MINISTRY
The WRBC Men’s ministry takes a three pronged approach to enriching the lives of the men in our church: Scripture Study, Fellowship Time with Christian brothers, and Service Projects.
D-LIFE GROUPS
D-Life groups are the newest addition within the past year. We have multiple D-life groups which range from 3-6 members of the same sex who meet outside of normal church times, whether that be at a coffee shop on a Tuesday night or in a fellow church member's home every Friday morning and do their own community outreach and projects. If you are interested in joining a D-Life group, contact us for more information.
CHILDREN'S AND AWANA MINISTRY
Our children's and AWANA ministries are a fun way to grow and learn through a child's eyes. These ministries focus on clear, consistent presentation of the gospel, bible memory, leadership training that is second to none, evangelistic focus designed to reach unchurched youth and their families, and just flat out FUN.
YOUTH MINISTRY
The youth ministry at WRBC is based solely on reaching the lost through Jesus' love by serving others and discipling fellow believers in Christ. They have lots of fun while they do it, too!
MUSIC MINISTRY
The Music Ministry focuses on musical gifts given to those within the church which includes sound, lighting, video, worship planning, all choirs, and drama. We have 28 Praise and Worship Choir members; 5 Praise Band members; 5 Sound and Lighting Crew; 8 Drama participants; and 19 Special Music groups. We invite you to join this ministry with us to give glory to God and to touch those who hear us.
DRAMA MINISTRY
The Drama Ministry is called "Selah" which means "think about it." This ministry strives to add to our worship experiences by acting out Biblical principles. Our goal is to make people think about their relationship with Jesus through various forms of drama.
SENIOR SAINTS
The Senior Saints group is devoted to fellowship for the senior members of WRBC along with nonmember friends from our community. If you are 50 or over or if you just feel like a senior, you are welcome to join us. Each Thursday we have fellowship and a potluck luncheon. Afterwards, we either play friendly games of rook or bingo, or just sit and talk about different subjects.