WELCOME

202 S. Main StreetFinding a church to attend, and become a part of, is not an easy task. There are so many churches to choose from and each local church has its own personality and traditions.

We understand and know that you have a lot of questions about us.  We’ve tried to answer some of the most common questions below, but if you have more, feel free to contact us (church office).

 

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 Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?  202 S. Main Street, Lexington, VA 24450. For a map and direction, click here.

What time are the services? 
Sunday Bible study classes for all ages -  9:45 am.     Sunday Worship - 11:00 am.   

Wednesday evening activities:   Dinner - 5:45 pm         Prayer Meeting -  6:45 pm (September – May)
(Check the calendar for any adjustments to the weekly schedule)    

Where do I park? Usually there is plenty of available parking in the city lot at the corner of Preston and Randolph Streets.

Preston Street EntranceHow do I find my way around in your Building?
We recommend that first time guests enter our building through the glass doors on the Preston Street side of our building.  Usually someone will be there who can provide you assistance and directions.

Sunday Morning Fellowship: Near the Preston Street doors, there will be a table with hot coffee and a variety of breakfast items for you to enjoy before Sunday morning Bible Study. 

How do most people dress on Sunday morning? People dress in a variety of styles from business attire to casual. However, your presence is more important to us than your attire.

Will I be individually recognized during the worship service as a visitor?
Visitors are not asked to identify themselves during worship service.  We ask first time guests to share some information with us by filling out a card. But whether you do so or not is up to you.  If you provide us the information, we will contact you by email or a note in the mail. We do not make home visits unless requested.

What style of worship do you employ?
Our worship on Sunday mornings is what most Baptists would consider traditional, with the singing of hymns and choruses being accompanied by piano and pipe organ.

How long does the worship service last?
Typically a worship service will last approximately one hour.

Do you have a contemporary worship service?
Not at this time.

What is the attendance at a typical worship service?
Approximately 120-150.

Can you accommodate the hearing impaired?
Yes, our sanctuary is equipped with a broadcast system for the hearing impaired. Please contact one of the ushers to borrow a personal receiver.

What about my children?
During Sunday morning Bible Study Classes we have a nursery and classes for children and youth. During the Morning Worship we offer a nursery for babies and the youngest children.

Other than the first Sunday of each month, the Children’s Minister, Beverly Saunders, will meet the children kindergarten - 5th grade at the front of the Sanctuary when the offering is being taken. She then leads them to the Children’s rooms (second floor) for different activities with a biblical theme. Children remain in this room until you pick them up at the end of the worship service. Children may certainly remain with you in the sanctuary as well. Quiet activities (such as pages to color) for children staying in the worship service are provided in the vestibule. If you have any questions, an usher will be glad to assist you.  An usher will be available to assist you as needed.  Quiet activities  (such as pages to color) for children staying in the worship service are provided in the vestibule.

 Everyone who works with our children and youth is required to adhere to our Child Protection policy and to have undergone a background check.

What is your policy on receiving Communion?
Communion is usually celebrated the first Sunday of each month, and on Maundy Thursday and Christmas Eve.  All believers are invited to partake in the Lord’s Supper which is served by the Deacons to the seated congregation.

What kind of church is this?
Manly Memorial Baptist Church was started in 1841, and our building has been located at the corner of Main Street and Preston Street since 1920. The church is named in memory of Dr. Charles Manly who served as the pastor from 1903 to 1914 and was known as the “most universally beloved man in Lexington.”

The people of our congregation have come together to love God and love others in his name. To that end we seek to provide opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and service. Men and women share equally in all positions of service and leadership.