Our History

164 Years of Belton First Baptist

First Baptist Church of Belton, South Carolina, has been a cornerstone of the Belton community since its establishment. While specific historical details about the church’s founding and early years are not readily available online, its longstanding presence and affiliation with the Southern Baptist Convention suggest a rich heritage intertwined with the town’s development.

Belton itself was incorporated in 1855, following the expansion of the railroad through the area, which spurred population growth and economic development . Given the common practice of establishing churches during such periods of growth, it’s plausible that First Baptist Church was founded around this time to serve the spiritual needs of the burgeoning community