Our Legacy
Our Legacy
Wild Rose Baptist Church has been preaching the gospel and faithfully ministering to the Wild Rose community since 1872.
In June 1872, the Reverend Robert D. Evans, a farmer preacher came to Springwater from the Berlin area. He was a Welsh Baptist who had a vision of doing things for the Lord. On coming to Springwater, he presently organized the Ebenezer Baptist Church with then members and later deeded to the church organization the land for a church lot and yard. The church building was erected the following year and services were held in the Welch tongue and pastored the Rev. Evans for the next twenty years.
In 1899, a lot was offered to build a church in the Village of Wild Rose and services were begun; first in a tent, then in the Town of Rose Hall with Rev. Colby of Waupaca pastoring both Springwater and Wild Rose groups.
On January 5, 1902, the articles of incorporation were signed and the newly erected Wild Rose Baptist Church at 610 Carey Avenue was dedicated free of debt. Rev. F. F. Parsons was the churches first pastor.
In 1977, the church purchased 23 acres on Hwy G and Hwy 22 of which it still holds 17 acres today. A Christian School operated in a modular building on the site during the 1980's. In 1989, the house next door to the church at 626 Carey Avenue was purchased to serve as the church parsonage.
In 1894, an evangelistic campaign led by Rev. W. J. Grim and Rev. R.H. Colby resulted in doubling the membership of the church.
In 1895, Rev. C. M. Bolvig, pastor of the Saxeville Baptist Church, became assistant pastor and the language of the services became English. In June of the same year, the church was received into the Wisconsin Central Association. During the next five years Rev. A. V. Dahl, Rev. S. E. Sweet, and Rev. Samuel Freiheit served as pastors.
Welcome to our vibrant church community! Since Rev. Scott Jones took the helm in April 2001, we've celebrated incredible milestones, including the launch of our Building Fund in 2003 and our exciting move to our current facility in 2007.
We proudly showcase our cherished bell and stunning stained-glass windows from our historic building, honoring the faithful generations that came before us.
With Rev. Benjamin Terpstra leading us since August 2018, we’re thrilled to embrace modern technology to engage and inspire the next generation of Christ followers. Let the joy of the Lord be our strength as we passionately pursue His will in everything we do!
Welcome to our church! We’re excited to uphold the incredible legacy of and the powerful teachings of Scripture. Together, let's passionately preach the gospel of Christ, reach out to those in need, and inspire obedience to Him!
While the world may change, the need for a Savior remains as vital as ever, and it's the gospel that brings salvation through Jesus Christ.
Join us in celebrating timeless message that has energized our mission for over 150 years!