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Our Church History:
Nuttby started in the school house in 1878 being officiated by Rev. Charles Martell. In 1882 the church started its Sunday School and the church grew and they were ready to build their own church for the community in 1906. The church was finished in 1908.
Over a century and a quarter this church has seen many changes as the world transformed into what we have today. Early members would arrive by horse and carriage or on foot to a church with no electricity and no washroom. The hitching post outside the church was the norm of the day, where now many have no idea what a hitching post is.
The one thing that has remained the same for this congregation is a desire to be the church of God in this community.
Nuttby’s association with the Onslow Baptist church gave it the start it required and established a firm foundation of faith and service in the community. Nuttby has been persistent in doing God’s will through the church for many decades and continues to seek His will for today and the future.
When the Onslow Baptist Church closed, Nuttby became affiliated with the Truro Heights Baptist Church which helped it continue to maintain its ministry and growth.
Through the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s a series of student pastors from Acadia Divinity School worked with the congregation to continue the ministry of the church in this community. For many years, Nuttby closed its doors for the winter months because of the difficulty of keeping the snow cleared from the door and the problem of heating such a large building. Yet, the church remained strong and stable and they continued to worship God and serve their community.
In the late 70’s they had a full time pastor which became the norm for the next 3 decades. In the 90’s, it was decided to keep the church open through the winter months and through the dedication and hard work of the members, the driveway was plowed and the fire was lit early on Sunday morning so the church would be warm enough to gather together to worship God.
God’s hand upon this church has been evident in the life of this church from the beginning. Many small rural churches have closed and been torn down over the years as membership has declined and people have moved on to larger congregations that offer more programs. However, Nuttby continues to be a vibrant church with its members dedicated to serving God, our community, and one another.
We believe that God has maintained and built this church in this community for a reason and we will continue to seek His will and serve Him for many years to come.
Nuttby started in the school house in 1878 being officiated by Rev. Charles Martell. In 1882 the church started its Sunday School and the church grew and they were ready to build their own church for the community in 1906. The church was finished in 1908.
Over a century and a quarter this church has seen many changes as the world transformed into what we have today. Early members would arrive by horse and carriage or on foot to a church with no electricity and no washroom. The hitching post outside the church was the norm of the day, where now many have no idea what a hitching post is.
The one thing that has remained the same for this congregation is a desire to be the church of God in this community.
Nuttby’s association with the Onslow Baptist church gave it the start it required and established a firm foundation of faith and service in the community. Nuttby has been persistent in doing God’s will through the church for many decades and continues to seek His will for today and the future.
When the Onslow Baptist Church closed, Nuttby became affiliated with the Truro Heights Baptist Church which helped it continue to maintain its ministry and growth.
Through the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s a series of student pastors from Acadia Divinity School worked with the congregation to continue the ministry of the church in this community. For many years, Nuttby closed its doors for the winter months because of the difficulty of keeping the snow cleared from the door and the problem of heating such a large building. Yet, the church remained strong and stable and they continued to worship God and serve their community.
In the late 70’s they had a full time pastor which became the norm for the next 3 decades. In the 90’s, it was decided to keep the church open through the winter months and through the dedication and hard work of the members, the driveway was plowed and the fire was lit early on Sunday morning so the church would be warm enough to gather together to worship God.
God’s hand upon this church has been evident in the life of this church from the beginning. Many small rural churches have closed and been torn down over the years as membership has declined and people have moved on to larger congregations that offer more programs. However, Nuttby continues to be a vibrant church with its members dedicated to serving God, our community, and one another.
We believe that God has maintained and built this church in this community for a reason and we will continue to seek His will and serve Him for many years to come.
