Welcome
to
Baptist Heritage - Queensland
(Baptist Historical Society of Queensland)
and
The Archives, located at Queensland Baptists' Centre are staffed on a voluntary basis and access is by appointment only
For further information contact Rev Dr David Parker on phone 07 3354 5642 or Mobile 0404 083 108
Email: archives@qb.com.au
The Society
The Baptist Historical Society of Queensland was established in 1984 to promote interest in the Baptist heritage of Queensland. Since that time it has conducted public meetings and seminars each year featuring families, people, organisations, buildings and movements which have contributed to Baptist work in this state.
The Society aims to encourage churches and their members to preserve their heritage through the care of records and memorabilia at local church and at denominational levels. Several guide sheets offering help on the process of archival work, church record management and publication are available for free distribution. Personal advice and help through seminars and consultation with churches and other organisations are also part of the function of the Society. The Society also assists with the activities of the Baptist Church Archives, Queensland.
The Society also produces a newsletter, the Queensland Baptist Forum, which carries articles, news reports and notices about developments in Queensland and elsewhere.
One of the major achievements of the Society is its publication programme. Twenty titles are now available covering a diverse range of topics. The most popular, Baptists in Queensland, has been widely used as a study guide for churches and home groups. It has been recently updated and enlarged for the new millennium.
Membership
Membership in the Society provides financial and personal support for the work of the Society and the Baptist Church Archives. It is available at modest personal, family and organisational rates. Members receive three issues of the Queensland Baptist Forum per annum as part of their subscription. (Membership application form inside)
Meetings
Society meetings for planning and sharing of information are held regularly and members are invited to attend these. Phone for latest details.
Major Projects
Acquisition and publication of documents relating to Queensland Baptist history; recording of Baptist cemetery monumental inscriptions/burial records; microfilming of early church records; researching and publishing of significant historical stories; preparation of new sesqui-centenary history of Baptists in Queensland.
Enquiries about membership from individuals ($10 per year), families ($15) and churches ($20) welcomed!
Applications for membership: BHQ Publications, BHSQ Publications, c/- 98 Yallambee Rd, Jindalee, 4074 Q., Australia Email: archives@qb.com.au
Resources:
* A guide to the Baptist Church Archives Qld
* Guidelines - How to manage your church archives
* Living Treasures - How to record, research and present the story of your local church and its people
* Register of church historical details
History of Baptists in Queensland
“Pressing on with the Gospel—The Story of Baptists in Queensland 1855-2005”. This 200 page book covers the life of the entire denomination from its earliest days up to its 150th anniversary, with over 70 pictures, full colour cover and many feature pages and lists. Price $24 posted.
“Baptists In Queensland” A 50 page book designed for introducing people to Baptist church life with information about backgrounds, beliefs and practices. For new members and study groups. Price $5.50 posted
Orders: BHQ Publications, BHSQ Publications, c/- 98 Yallambee Rd, Jindalee, 4074 Q., Australia Email: archives@qb.com.au
Cheques to “Baptist Historical Society of Queensland”
Baptist Heritage Queensland has published many other books on people, churches and activities. Enquire for publications list.
