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History
Precision Valley Baptist Church is a Southern Baptist Church that was founded in 1978 by Pastor Aubrey Jones. What started out as a few gathering in an old school bus continues to grow today, despite Vermont being one of the least churched states in America. This is, in large part, due to our affiliation with and support from the Southern Baptist Convention, Baptist Convention of New England and the Green Mountain Baptist Association. Our Location Precision Valley Baptist Church is located on a beautiful ten acre parcel of land at 67 Route 106 in North Springfield, Vermont. In recent years there's been many upgrades done to our property thanks to our partnerships across the country. Inside the church, we've added a large sanctuary, remodeled kitchen and expanded bathroom to include a shower. Behind the church, set back on a beautiful wooded lot, is a 3-4 bedroom, 2 bath, remodeled ranch-style parsonage with large garage. The mission house also sits behind the church which can sleep up to eight people. Our Local Community Although Precision Valley Baptist Church is located in North Springfield (population 573), it also serves the larger community of Springfield (population 9,373). PVBC is the only SBC affiliated church within a 20 mile radius. We are involved in the Association of Springfield Area Churches which seeks unification within the religious community to promote a positive moral and social climate in the area. |
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Church Life at Precision Valley Baptist Church
PVBC strives to balance contemporary and traditional worship styles. Our services use a multimedia format, frequently drawing from online videos and music. We offer Bible-based preaching and teaching in line with the Baptist Faith & Message.
The church body has a mix of ages. Women at PVBC play a prominent role in all areas of church life.
Children's Sunday school is for ages 5-12 and takes place after the music portion of service until the end of the service. Our nursery is has a television so parents can enjoy the service while caring for their younger children and babies. Our average attendance is about 60 people at regular Sunday services.
Community outreach has often included family events, holiday celebrations, food shelf, women's ministry, Christmas giving shop and more.
There are various opportunities at PVBC to learn and fellowship. Among these are men's and women's bible studies, special lunches, and other celebrations throughout the year.
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Statistical Snapshot of PVBC
Based on a 2015 survey of our most consistent members: - 60% female / 40% male - Ages: 26% - 30’s 9% - 40s 26% - 50s 26% - 60s 13% - 70 or older - Children (under 18) regularly in attendance: 11 - 57% of adult members do not have children / or have adult children - Denominations: 42% - Southern Baptist 19% - Baptist 38% - Non-denominational |
The structure of PVBC is adopted from "The Purpose Driven Church", where there is a church council composed of five elected leaders who oversee worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism. We've also incorporated deacons and trustees following a revision of the church constitution and bylaws.
PVBC Deacons as of 2014: Chris Kelly and Norman Clark.
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