Our Ethos
A Christian Church
At BGBC, we are a church that seeks to know Christ and make Him known. We believe in the authority of Scripture and uphold it as the sufficient and trustworthy standard for both our faith and daily practice.
A Baptist Church
We are part of a rich Baptist tradition and affirm the distinctives that shape Baptist faith and life. These include believer’s baptism by immersion and congregational church government, where decisions are prayerfully made by the gathered body. We are a member church of the
Baptist Union of Great Britain, through the
Central Baptist Association.
An Ecumenical Church
We are ecumenically-minded, valuing fellowship and cooperation with other Christian traditions. BGBC is an active member of Churches Together in South, Central and West Watford, and takes part in the shared witness and mission of Christians Across Watford.
We also host a number of other Christian congregations in our premises on Sundays, and throughout the week.
An Inclusive Church
At BGBC, we love and care for all of God's creation. Shaped by evangelical convictions and an inclusive spirit, we honour and respect all Christian backgrounds, and invite those at every stage of belief—or even unbelief—to find a place among us. BGBC is a safe and thoughtful space to seek, reflect, question, dialogue, and walk the road of faith together.
Our Faith
Peace and Reconciliation
Through Christ, God has accomplished a work of peace and reconciliation. True peace with God—and ultimately with one another—comes through receiving Christ into one’s life and believing in His gospel. Those who become Christians are called not only to personal faith but to express and grow that faith within the body of believers.
This global body encompasses many Christian traditions, yet it is vital for every believer to be united with a local congregation where they can serve, grow, and worship together.
Baptism and Communion
For Baptists, believer’s baptism by immersion is a deeply meaningful act. It represents a personal commitment to Christ and His church, serving as a powerful testimony of one’s faith. Baptism is one of the two ordinances of the church; the other is the Lord’s Supper, or Communion, which we typically observe each month in remembrance of Christ's sacrifice.
The Mission of the Church
The Church, as the body of Christ, is called to be His representative in the world—living out His teachings, demonstrating His love, and responding to both spiritual and physical needs with compassion. This mission is defined and guided by Scripture, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, who equips believers with gifts for service and witness.
Through the Spirit’s power, disciples of Christ testify—in both word and action—to His Lordship, and they live in hope, looking forward to the day when He will return in glory. For just as Christ died and rose again, so too will He come again!