Our moto
• Serve the Lord:
Honoring Christ in all things, for “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God” 1 Corinthians 10:31.
• Equip the Saints
Equipping believers through Bible teaching and fellowship to grow in holiness, as “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ” Philippians 1:6.
• Preach the Gospel:
Proclaiming the gospel of grace “Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature” Mark 16:15
History
Lavington Baptist Church celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024, founded in 1974 by Pastor and Mrs. Gough in a renovated fish-and-chip shop opposite Albury High School. The fellowship later rented premises in Kotthoff Street, Lavington, before constructing its permanent home in 1979 at 450 Parnell Street.
Faithful pastors have served over the years:
• Pastor Gough (1974-76, 2 years)
• Pastor Couch (1976-77, 1 year)
• Pastor Gough (1977-79, 2 years)
• Assistant Pastor Jackel (1978-79, 1 year)
• Pastor Jackel (1979-present, years and ongoing)
Our People
Gavin Jackel
Pastor
Bernie Walker
Deacon