Baptist Churches

Notable Baptist Churches

Baptists are Protestant Christians who emphasize believer’s baptism, personal faith, and the authority of the Bible. Baptist churches are independent congregations that stress community involvement, preaching, and active participation of members in church life. Baptists have been present in Latvia since the 19th century.

1. Riga International Baptist Church

  • Location: Krāslavas iela 27, Rīga
  • Activity: Active
  • Architecture: Protestant church space

Riga International Baptist Church is a multicultural, English-speaking congregation serving expatriates, students, and internationally minded residents of Riga. The church places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, biblical teaching, and community life. Its services and activities are designed to bring together people from different cultural backgrounds while remaining rooted in Baptist Christian beliefs.

2. Riga Golgāta Baptist Church

  • Location: Hospitāļu iela 32, Rīga

  • Activity: Active

  • Architecture: Contemporary design

Founded in the early 20th century, Riga Golgāta Baptist Church is one of the city’s historic Baptist congregations. It has played an important role in the development of Baptist life in Latvia through preaching, education, and community outreach. The church focuses on biblical teaching, worship, and fellowship, while maintaining a strong sense of continuity with its historical roots.

3. Riga Iļģuciema Baptist Church

  • Location: Slokas iela 90, Rīga

  • Activity: Active

  • Architecture: Community church

Located in the Iļģuciems district, this Baptist church serves a local neighborhood congregation. It is part of Latvia’s wider Baptist union and emphasizes faith, community involvement, and pastoral care. The church offers regular worship services, Bible studies, and activities for families, contributing to the spiritual and social life of the surrounding area.

4.Riga Evangelical Baptist Church

  • Location: Lokomotīves iela 18-49

  • Activity: Active

  • Architecture: Contemporary worship space

Riga Evangelical Baptist Church is part of the Union of Baptist Churches in Latvia and serves believers in eastern Riga. The congregation emphasizes personal faith, Bible study, and active participation of members in church life. Alongside regular Sunday services, the church hosts prayer meetings, small groups, and community-focused activities, reflecting Baptist traditions of congregational worship and service.