First Baptist Church Brandon had its beginning in 1882 but this small body of people disbanded a year later, due to lack of finances and interested citizens. In 1885, a church was built and dedicated on the corner of Tenth Street and Princess Avenue. In following years this structure was moved a few blocks east to Russell Street to be known as St. Andrew's Presbyterian. With the arrival of R.R. McKay to the community in 1902, plans began for the building of a new church. The cornerstone was laid on May 24th, 1904 at Eleventh Street and Lorne Avenue The early congregation consisted of Presbyterian members and students and faculty from Brandon College. This church building was in continuous use until 1992.

The first pastor was Rev. J. H. Best and he led the congregation for five years. Thirty-two pastors followed Rev. Best, providing Christian leadership down through the years.

In 1992 the current membership closed the sanctuary at Lorne and Eleventh. Church services and activities were held in Waverly Park School for two years, before a new structure at 3881 Park Avenue was completed and open for use.
Present leadership is provided by Rev. Randy Stanton.

** Many thanks to Jim and Ruby Greaves for providing this historical synopsis