Providence Mennonite Church began in 1951 when the Berea congregation launched a mission effort in Butler County, Kentucky. In early 1953, that work was transferred to the Indiana–Michigan Mission Board, allowing the Berea congregation to begin a new mission outreach closer to home. A small storefront building was soon located at 511 NW 16th Street in Washington, Indiana. After purchasing the building and making necessary repairs and improvements, the first worship service was held on March 26, 1953. That first Sunday was filled with anticipation, as no one knew how many people might attend. For the next sixteen years, the congregation faithfully gathered in that small space every Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and Wednesday evening. On March 5, 1961, Providence officially organized as a congregation with forty-three charter members. As the church continued to grow, it became clear—with guidance from the Evangelical Church Building Corporation in South Bend, Indiana—that the original location was no longer suitable for a larger facility. After much prayer and thoughtful discussion, the church purchased 6.8 acres of land in 1968, located two miles west of Montgomery on Highway 50. The first service in the new building was held on Sunday, April 19, 1970. At that time, membership had grown to approximately 90, with an average Sunday attendance of around 150. From 1970 to the present, Providence Mennonite Church has continued to grow and change. Today, we average approximately 350 people in attendance each Sunday morning—a blessing we thank God for. Yet we believe it is not numbers that make a church, but believers in Jesus Christ. As our first pastor once said, “Remember the One who died for you, trust the One who died for you, and look forward to the return of the One who died for you.”

At Providence Mennonite Church, we are part of the Rosedale Network of Churches. Within this conference, we affirm a shared Statement of Faith and Statement of Practice, which help express what we believe and how we seek to live out our faith. While these statements provide a helpful overview, Scripture is our ultimate authority. If you have specific questions about our beliefs or theology, we invite you to reach out to our Elder Board—we would be glad to talk with you.