Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Setúbal > Montijo > Montijo > Bairro da Calçada
The Montijo Baptist Church is located in an urban area of the city, within the Bairro da Calçada. Its building is situated on Rua 1º de Dezembro, integrating into the daily life of this residential neighborhood, which reflects its presence and accessibility within Montijo's urban context.
The history of this church has its roots in the Montijo community itself, with its journey beginning in 2011. At that time, a small group of families from the city began meeting in their homes for studies and moments of sharing. This initiative, driven by the commitment of its members, evolved, and in 2012, the formal step was taken to found the Baptist Mission in Montijo. The journey of this community is an example of collective dedication and effort to establish a space of faith in the locality.
An important milestone in the church's development occurred in 2013, with the inauguration of its first physical space, which allowed the community to have a central location for its activities. This step symbolized the group's growing consolidation. More recently, in 2022, the church took a new and significant step by acquiring its own building, also located on Rua 1º de Dezembro. This modern space was adapted to host the congregation's meetings and activities, reflecting its continuous development and its presence in the urban fabric of Montijo.
Currently, the Montijo Baptist Church represents an active and well-established community in the city. Its growth over the years demonstrates the vitality of this congregation, which serves as a meeting point and a place of fellowship for its members. The meetings and various activities held on site contribute to the social and religious life of Montijo, being an example of the community diversity present in the locality.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.7023148,-8.970923
Coordinates DMS: 38°42'8.3"N 08°58'15.3"W