Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Hilton Head

The pillared front porch of Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church on Mathews Drive, framed by shrubs

A historic Baptist church on Mathews Drive, “the little church with a big heart,” with Sunday worship at 9 a.m. and a livestream.

  • Denomination: Missionary Baptist
  • Sunday worship: 9:00 a.m.
  • Livestream: Yes, from the church’s site
  • Weekday: Bible Study, Wednesday 5:30 p.m. (online)

Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church is at 161 Mathews Drive. The church uses the line “The Little Church with a Big Heart.” The First African Baptist Church’s history lists Central Oak Grove (1887) among the Baptist churches that grew out of the island’s original freedpeople’s congregation.

Sunday services and times

  • Sunday, 9:00 a.m.: worship, with a livestream link on the church’s site
  • Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.: Bible Study, online by Zoom
  • Thursday, 8:00 p.m.: prayer line
  • Saturday, 9:00 a.m.: Saturday School, online by Zoom

Visiting

The church’s site invites you to “join us for Sunday worship and become part of our church family,” with a connect card for first-time visitors. For other historic Baptist churches nearby, see First African Baptist Church and Mt Calvary Baptist Church. Compare every congregation on the island in our guide to Hilton Head churches.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is Sunday worship at Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church?

Sunday worship is at 9:00 a.m.

Where is Central Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church?

At 161 Mathews Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC.

Can I watch Central Oak Grove Baptist Church online?

Yes. The church’s site has a livestream link for Sunday worship, and Bible Study and Saturday School are held online.

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