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Denomination19th century · England and Wales

Baptist Union of Great Britain

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Overview

The Baptist Union of Great Britain is an association of Baptist churches in England and Wales.

History

It developed from nineteenth-century Baptist cooperation while maintaining the local autonomy characteristic of Baptist church life.

Beliefs and emphases

Member churches generally affirm believer's baptism, gathered church membership, Scripture, mission, and congregational responsibility; the Union does not erase their diversity.

Worship and practice

Services vary widely but commonly include preaching, prayer, congregational music, believer's baptism, and communion.

Organisation and life

It supports churches through regional associations and national ministries rather than a bishop-led hierarchy.

Relationships

Broader traditions