Chestnut Grove Baptist Church

About this church

Chestnut Grove Baptist Church gathers at 10:00 a.m. Sundays in Earlysville, with a live Zoom option and a YouTube sermon archive for those joining later. The church describes worship as relaxed, joyful, and participatory, moving through praise, prayer, Scripture, reflection, and community. A contemporary worship team leads most Sundays, with youth praise and handbell ensembles contributing during the year. Children in second grade and younger may leave the main gathering for Kaleidoscope, a children’s worship time with song, prayer, Scripture, and an occasional snack.

Founded in 1773, Chestnut Grove traces its story to the first Baptist congregation organized in Albemarle County. Its current self-description—kind, joyful, and authentic—connects that long history to small groups, service projects, community events, and a daily Lectio Divina gathering on Zoom. The Earlysville Exchange is another distinctive expression of the church’s neighborhood role, providing a setting for hospitality and connection. Visitors will find a historic congregation using contemporary music and online access while investing in children, creative arts, spiritual practice, and the life of the wider Earlysville community.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 24, 2026. Sources: Worship character, community life, Earlysville Exchange, and history · Congregational values and beliefs · Contemporary, youth, and handbell music · Kaleidoscope children’s worship

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