Perth Baptist Church, Perth

Perth Baptist Church, located right in the middle of Perth, serves as a symbol of faith and community. It represents what it means to be a supportive and caring church family. Starting from the late 1800s, it's recognized as the first Baptist Church in Western Australia, with its first service held in Perth Town Hall on June 23, 1895. Its journey includes the opening of its original church building on Museum Street in May 1899, which became a key location for the WA Baptist Union for a long time.

The church has shown great resilience and ability to adapt; it moved to James and Stirling Streets in 1973 due to a compulsory acquisition for a Cultural Centre. A special plaque at the Alexander Library marks the spot of the first Baptist Church in WA, with a stone from the Museum Street building placed near the current building's entrance.

Perth Baptist Church brings together people from various backgrounds, including many international students and travelers, showing the global nature of our society. It welcomes people of all ages, creating a community rich in interaction and shared stories. The church is known for its welcoming Sunday services, group activities, and social events that bring the community together. It especially focuses on making travelers feel at home, offering them a welcoming place to worship.

The church also runs a dedicated program for children, emphasizing the importance of building faith and community from a young age. Additionally, its central location in Perth is seen as an advantage for welcoming visitors and contributing to the city's spiritual and communal life.