VISITING BCBC
Plan Your Visit
We're glad you're considering visiting Bass Coast Baptist Church. Visiting a church for the first time can feel a little unfamiliar,
so we want to make your visit as easy and comfortable as possible.
Whether you're new to the area, looking for a church home, or simply wanting to learn more about Christianity, you're warmly invited to join us.
If you're visiting the Bass Coast on holiday and looking for a church to attend while you're away, we'd love to have you too.
What to expect
Our Sunday service is a simple, Christ-centred gathering with an emphasis on worship, fellowship, and the faithful teaching of God's Word.
During a typical service we sing hymns, pray together, read from the Scriptures, and hear a message from the Bible.
The preaching of God's Word is central to our services. We normally work through a passage of Scripture, seeking to understand what it says and how its truth applies to our lives today.
You don't need to know anything about church beforehand. You're welcome simply to come, listen and get to know us.
When you arrive
We meet at Wonthaggi Scout Hall, 71–73 Wentworth Street, North Wonthaggi.
- Limited parking is available directly outside the hall. If those spaces are full, unrestricted street parking is also available along Parkes Street and Wentworth Road.
- Our hall is wheelchair accessible. If you need close parking for accessibility reasons, please let us know beforehand and we'll reserve a space for you.
- Our service begins at 10:30am and normally lasts about 90 minutes.
- There's no reserved seating, so sit wherever you feel comfortable.
We won't ask visitors to stand, introduce themselves publicly, or do anything that might make them feel uncomfortable.
Children
Children and families are very welcome at Bass Coast Baptist Church.
Children are welcome to be with their families during the service, and we understand that little ones sometimes make a bit of noise — please don't feel uncomfortable about that.
For pre-school and primary age children we offer junior church during the morning message, where kids sing, learn from the Bible and enjoy a craft activity.
For nursing mothers and toddlers, we have a creche area available with a video feed to the main service, if needed.
Helpful questions
What should I wear?
There's no formal dress code. You'll find people dressed in different ways — some more formally, others more casually.
We simply encourage modest, respectful dress. Please don't let clothing be something that keeps you from visiting.
Do I need to bring anything?
No. If you have a Bible, we encourage you to bring it along, but it's not required.
Key scriptures are displayed on the screen and bibles are available if you want to read along.
We use the King James Version in preaching and teaching.
Will I be asked to give money?
Visitors are under no obligation to give.
Giving is an opportunity for those who consider Bass Coast Baptist Church their church home to support the Lord's work.
We don't want money to be a concern for anyone who's simply visiting.
After the service
After the service we normally enjoy morning tea and fellowship, and you're very welcome to stay. It's a relaxed chance to meet people, have a cuppa, and ask any questions you may have.
Have questions?
Perhaps you're visiting because you have questions about God, the Bible or Christianity.
You don't need to have everything figured out before coming to church. We'd be glad to meet you and help answer your questions from the Bible. Most importantly, we'd love to help you understand the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ.