OUR STORY
RBC was originally a simple gathering of individuals in 1894 for the purpose of prayer at the home of Mr. William Peacock, 10 Orchard Street. Not long after this, the pastor of Clydebank Baptist Church, Joseph Burns, began to conduct meetings in town.
On Sunday 6 November 1898, the people formed and met as an official church. In 1900, the first pastor was called to full time work, John McCallum from Dunrossness, Shetland. Since that humble beginning, the church has had 20 pastors, the current being Brian Luse, originally from the West Coast of the United States, joining in September of 2009.
What is it like visiting on a Sunday morning?
It would be foolish to say things like "It will feel like family" or "You will assuredly be very comfortable" if indeed it is your first time with us. Trying a new church or even trying church for the first time can be a bit stressful. We were all once in your shoes, and most of us were a bit apprehensive on our first visit.
What we will say is that you will find people not unlike yourself ready to say good morning and have a bit of a chat. You will also find honest and heartfelt worship in the music and the teaching of God's word.
Hopefully, you will leave having been challenged, maybe changed, and ready for visit number two!
