New to Portland Baptist? FAQ

What time is your service?

We meet on Sunday mornings at 10 am.

What will the service be like?

Our desire is for the service to reflect our love for God. Within the service there will be a message that challenges us in our faith, music that offers praises to God, a Kids Time for our children (but the adults love it too!), and an opportunity to pray together. On occasion there will be a drama, a special media feature, or a personal life story included in the service.

What is available for my kids?

Under 1 – Our Parent’s Room (entry via foyer) has toys and actities for young children up to the age of 12 months. The room is sound-linked to the auditorium and offers a quiet place when the children don’t feel like being too quite.
Kinder/Preschool Age (age 1 through Prep) – starting at 10 am your child can attend a Sunday School program designed just for them. Using a variety of crafts, stories, play, and music, this time has become a favorite among our children. The Sunday School rooms are located in the church hall.
Primary School Grades 1-4 - Those in grades 1-4 stay with us for half of the service and are released before the main message. From the entry of the church, they follow their energetic teachers to the church house to learn how God loves and cares for them using games, activities, and stories from the Bible.
Primary School Grades 5 and 6 - Those in grades 5 and 6 have the best of both worlds. On the first and third Sunday of the month they are dismissed before the main message to attend a class planned for their age. Meeting in the church house, they discuss, learn, and understand God’s desire to have a close, personal relationship with them. On all other Sundays they remain apart of the complete church service.

Where are the services located?

Address: 36 Percy Street, Portland, Victoria
Between Julia and Gawler streets opposite St.Stephens Anglican Church

How long does a service last?

Typically a service will last approximately 1 hour and 30 min.

What do I wear to a service?

People who come to Portland Baptist dress as they choose, and for many, that means casual. You will find some people wear ties while others wear jeans.

Will I have to say anything, give anything, or be singled out in any way?

At Portland Baptist you can rest assured that you will never be put on the spot, pressured to give anything, and never embarrassed. We do have a greeting time at the beginning of our service, so don’t be surprised if someone greets you. Also, you are encouraged to stay after the service for morning tea.

Who is invited?

Everyone is welcome! Whether you are just checking out what it might mean for you to become more spiritual or are looking for a place to plug-in while in Portland, or are a long-time follower of Jesus...there's a place for you here!

What kind of church is this?

Portland Baptist is a church that is focused on sharing the love of Jesus with our community. Our motto is, “Enjoying God, Blessing Others.” We are excited about worship, committed to providing care and support for one another, and enthusiastic about sharing God's grace with people who live in our community.

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