✝  Independent Baptist Church  Β·  Princes Town, Trinidad

Welcome to
Cornerstone Baptist Church

A warm, Bible-believing community rooted in faith, love, and the Word of God. Located in Craignish Village, Princes Town β€” you are always welcome here.

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Sunday School Sundays Β· 10:30 AM
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Morning Worship Sundays Β· 10:30 AM
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Evening Service Sundays Β· 6:00 PM
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Mid-Week Bible Study & Prayer Tuesdays Β· 7:00 PM

Est. in Faith

Craignish Village, Princes Town
Trinidad & Tobago

Growing
Together
In Christ

A Place to Belong,
A Faith to Build On

At Cornerstone Baptist Church, we believe that the local church is God's primary instrument for reaching souls and building believers. We are an independent Baptist church committed to preaching the whole counsel of God with love and clarity.

"For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ." 1 Corinthians 3:11 (KJV)

Whether you are searching for answers, looking for a church home, or simply curious β€” our doors are open. Come as you are, and experience the warmth of our community.

Discover Our Story

Built on the Word of God

These pillars guide everything we do as a church family.

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Biblical Preaching

Every sermon is rooted in the authority of Scripture. We preach the Word faithfully, expounding the Bible verse by verse.

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Christian Love

We cultivate a genuine family atmosphere where every member is known, loved, and cared for in the spirit of Christ.

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Fervent Prayer

Prayer is the heartbeat of our church. We believe in a God who hears and answers, and we seek Him together.

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Gospel Outreach

We are called to reach our community with the good news of Jesus Christ. Soul-winning and evangelism are central to our mission.

We'd Love to
See You Sunday

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Location Craignish Village, Princes Town
Trinidad and Tobago
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with directions or any questions
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Family Friendly We have programs for all ages β€”
from children to seniors
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Service Times

Join us for worship, fellowship, and the Word of God throughout the week.

πŸŽ“ Sunday School 10:30 AM
β›ͺ Morning Worship 10:30 AM
πŸŒ… Evening Service 6:00 PM
πŸ“– Bible Study & Prayer (Tue) 7:00 PM
Who We Are

About Cornerstone
Baptist Church

An independent Baptist church committed to God's Word, His glory, and the good of our community in Princes Town, Trinidad.

Church Constitution & Beliefs

Preamble & Identity

Cornerstone Baptist Church was founded in Princes Town, Trinidad. Its first service was held on November 5, 2017, and it was formally incorporated on August 23, 2019. The constitution is grounded in Biblical principles and aims to guide the church in practicing New Testament Christianity. The church is officially named Cornerstone Baptist Church of Princes Town, Trinidad.

πŸ“œ Our Name & Identity

This church shall be known as Cornerstone Baptist Church, an independent, autonomous, Bible-believing congregation located in Craignish Village, Princes Town, Trinidad and Tobago, operating under the Lordship of Jesus Christ alone.

🎯 Our Purpose

To maintain regular worship, proclaim the Gospel, promote systematic Bible study, support world missions through prayer and giving, and serve the community through charitable, religious, and educational activities. Evangelism is the church's "preeminent and perennial responsibility."

πŸ“– Scripture

We believe the Holy Bible β€” specifically the 1611 Authorized King James Version β€” is the verbally inspired, inerrant Word of God. It is our supreme authority in all matters of faith, practice, and church governance (66 books, Genesis to Revelation).

β›ͺ Church Membership

Membership is open to those 18 and older who have professed faith in Christ, provided a conversion testimony, been baptized by immersion, attended for 3 months, and received Pastor and Deacon approval. Membership may be terminated by transfer, withdrawal, prolonged absence, or discipline.

πŸ” Independence & Autonomy

Cornerstone Baptist Church is a fully autonomous, independent Baptist church. We uphold the priesthood of all believers, the autonomy of the local church, and the separation of church and state. We are not affiliated with any denomination or convention.

πŸ’§ Ordinances

We observe two ordinances: (1) Believer's Baptism by immersion as a public testimony of salvation β€” a prerequisite to church membership β€” and (2) The Lord's Supper, observed as a memorial of Christ's atoning sacrifice until He returns.

✝ Church Covenant

Members of Cornerstone Baptist Church receive the King James Bible as the inspired Word of God and affirm:

βœ“The Bible is God's inspired, infallible Word β€” supreme authority in faith and conduct
βœ“God the Father β€” perfect in holiness, infinite in wisdom, who hears and answers prayer
βœ“Jesus Christ β€” eternal Son of God, virgin born, sinless, risen, ascended, returning
βœ“The Holy Spirit β€” convicts of sin, regenerates, sanctifies and comforts believers
βœ“Salvation by grace through faith β€” all who accept Christ will rejoice forever with God
βœ“The local church β€” autonomous and independent, governing its own membership and discipline

Articles of Faith

Our constitution contains 24 detailed articles of faith covering the full scope of Biblical doctrine:

Scripture

The KJV Bible (66 books) is supernaturally inspired, truth without error, and the only complete and final revelation of God's will β€” the supreme standard for all human conduct.

The True God

One living God β€” infinite, intelligent Spirit, the Maker and Supreme Ruler of heaven and earth. In the unity of the Godhead are three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, equal in every divine perfection.

The Holy Spirit

A divine person equal with the Father and Son. He was active in creation, convicts of sin and righteousness, bears witness to the Gospel, and seals, guides, sanctifies, and helps the believer.

Satan

Once holy, Satan fell through pride. He is now man's great tempter, the enemy of God, the author of all false religions and the present apostasy β€” destined for final defeat and eternal judgment.

Creation

We believe the Genesis account literally β€” man created directly in God's image. Creation was not a matter of evolution or development over long periods from lower to higher forms of life.

The Fall of Man

Man was created innocent but by voluntary transgression fell from his sinless state. As a result, all mankind are now sinners β€” not by constraint but by choice β€” and are under just condemnation.

The Virgin Birth

Jesus Christ was begotten of the Holy Ghost in a miraculous manner, born of Mary β€” a virgin β€” as no other man was ever born. He is both the Son of God and God the Son.

The Atonement

Salvation is wholly of grace through the Son of God. His death was a voluntary substitution β€” the just dying for the unjust. He bore our sins in His own body and is now our all-sufficient Saviour.

The New Birth

To be saved, sinners must be born again. The new birth is instantaneous β€” not a process. It is brought about by the Holy Spirit, resulting in a new creature in Christ with eternal life freely given.

Free Salvation

We believe in God's electing grace β€” the blessings of salvation are made free to all by the Gospel. Nothing prevents the salvation of the greatest sinner but his own rejection of the Gospel.

Justification

Justification includes the pardon of sin and the gift of eternal life. It is bestowed not through works of righteousness, but solely through faith in the Redeemer's blood β€” His righteousness imputed to us.

Eternal Security

The new birth is a one-time event. Because salvation is entirely God's work, and our keeping is entirely God's work, nothing "shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Resurrection & Return

Christ rose bodily the third day. He will return personally and visibly. The dead in Christ shall rise, living saints shall be changed, and Christ shall reign a thousand years until all enemies are put under His feet.

Missions & Giving

The command to preach the Gospel to the world is clear and given to the church. We believe in scriptural giving β€” tithes and offerings to the local church systematically, cheerfully, as a gauge of our love for God.

Human Sexuality & Family

Marriage is the joining of one man and one woman. We believe the family is the foundational institution of society, with the husband as leader of the home and men as leaders of the church.

Civil Government

Civil government is of divine appointment for the good order of human society. Magistrates are to be prayed for and obeyed β€” with the exception only of things opposed to the will of our Lord Jesus Christ.

What We Believe β€” At a Glance

The verbal, plenary inspiration of Scripture (KJV)
The Holy Trinity β€” Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
The virgin birth of Jesus Christ
The sinless life of Christ
The substitutionary atonement
The bodily resurrection of Christ
Salvation by grace through faith alone
The eternal security of the believer
The literal, bodily return of Jesus Christ
The pre-millennial reign of Christ
The literal heaven and hell
The Great Commission as our mandate
Believer's baptism by immersion
The Lord's Supper as a memorial ordinance
Biblical marriage β€” one man and one woman
The autonomy of the local church

πŸ‘¨β€βš–οΈ Church Officers

The church recognizes two offices: Pastors (also called elders/bishops) who serve as the sole spiritual authority, and Deacons who handle temporal and social matters under the pastor's direction. Deacons are not a governing board β€” they support and protect the pastor's ministry.

πŸ“‹ Church Discipline

The church follows a structured biblical process: (1) private confrontation, (2) mediation with witnesses, (3) church action initiated by the pastor, and (4) exclusion from fellowship if unresolved. Civil lawsuits between members are discouraged β€” arbitration by neutral Christian arbitrators is preferred.

πŸ“ Amendments

Amendments must be submitted in writing at a business meeting and voted on at a later meeting. No amendment may be adopted that contradicts the clear teachings of Scripture. The constitution was last revised in November 2019.

Meet Our Leadership

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Jerry Ward

Senior Pastor

The pastor serves as the spiritual overseer of the congregation, called of God to preach the Word, shepherd the flock, and lead the church in accordance with Scripture (1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9).

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Jerron Matthew Allen

Deacon

Our deacons are men of proven character who serve the practical needs of the church body, supporting the pastor and freeing him to focus on prayer and the ministry of the Word (Acts 6:1–7; 1 Timothy 3:8–13).

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Lorrenzo Francis

Deacon

Our deacons are men of proven character who serve the practical needs of the church body, supporting the pastor and freeing him to focus on prayer and the ministry of the Word (Acts 6:1–7; 1 Timothy 3:8–13).

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Bridget Pitt

Church Clerk

The Church Clerk maintains official records of the congregation, minutes of business meetings, membership rolls, and correspondence, ensuring the organized administration of the church family.

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Sermon Archive

Sunday Morning
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April 2025

The Cornerstone We Build Upon

Pastor Β· Matthew 21:42
Sunday Evening
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March 2025

Faith That Works

Pastor Β· James 2:14–26
Bible Study
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March 2025

The Power of Prayer

Pastor Β· Luke 18:1–8
Sunday Morning
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February 2025

Pressing Toward the Mark

Pastor Β· Philippians 3:13–14
Special Service
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Easter 2025

He Is Risen

Pastor Β· 1 Corinthians 15:20
Sunday Morning
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January 2025

The Great Commission

Pastor Β· Matthew 28:18–20
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Upcoming & Ongoing

Events & Announcements

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This Month & Beyond

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Worship
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Sunday Morning Worship & Sunday School

Join us every Sunday for Spirit-filled worship, expository preaching from the Word of God, and Sunday School classes for all ages.

πŸ•™10:30 AM Β· Every Sunday
πŸ“Craignish Village, Princes Town
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Worship
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Sunday Evening Service

Continue your Sunday in worship with our evening service. A time for deeper study of the Word, prayer, and fellowship with the congregation.

πŸ••6:00 PM Β· Every Sunday
πŸ“Craignish Village, Princes Town
6May
Ministry
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Bible Study & Prayer Meeting

Our midweek service is a cornerstone of spiritual growth at CBC. Join us for in-depth Bible study and a dedicated time of corporate prayer.

πŸ•–7:00 PM Β· Every Tuesday
πŸ“Craignish Village, Princes Town
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Community
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Community Outreach & Evangelism Day

We will be going door-to-door sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ in our local community. All members are encouraged to participate in this soul-winning effort.

πŸ•˜Saturday, 17 May Β· 9:00 AM
πŸ“Princes Town Community Areas
24May
Youth
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Youth Fellowship & Bible Quiz Night

An exciting evening for the young people of CBC β€” a time of fellowship, games, testimony, and a competitive Bible quiz to sharpen knowledge of God's Word.

πŸ••Saturday, 24 May Β· 5:00 PM
πŸ“Craignish Village, Princes Town
πŸ‘₯Ages 13–30
1Jun
Ministry
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Choir & Music Ministry Rehearsal

The Cornerstone music ministry meets monthly to rehearse new songs of worship. If you have a gift for music and a heart for God, we want you on the team.

πŸ•’Sunday, 1 Jun Β· 3:00 PM
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Announcements

Important updates and notices from your pastoral team and church leadership.

Worship

Special Guest Preacher β€” May 11th

We are pleased to welcome a guest preacher for our Sunday morning service on May 11th. Please keep him in your prayers as he ministers the Word of God.

πŸ“… Posted: 28 April 2025
Community

Clothing Drive β€” May through June

We are collecting clean, gently used clothing for distribution to families in need in our community. Donations may be dropped off at the church any Sunday.

πŸ“… Posted: 20 April 2025
Ministry

New Members' Orientation β€” June 8th

If you have been attending regularly and feel led to join our church family, please speak to the pastor. Our next new members' orientation will be held after the morning service on June 8th.

πŸ“… Posted: 15 April 2025
Notice

Tithes & Offerings β€” Online Giving Available

Members who are unable to attend in person may give digitally. Please speak to the treasurer or contact the church for banking details. Give as the Lord has prospered you.

πŸ“… Posted: 10 April 2025
Worship

Baptism Service β€” Date TBA

If you have recently accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour and wish to follow Him in believer's baptism, please speak with the pastor after any service.

πŸ“… Posted: 5 April 2025
Ministry

Prayer Chain β€” Join the Ministry

Our prayer chain ministry ensures no prayer need goes unlifted. If you have an urgent prayer request, or would like to be part of the prayer chain team, contact the church office.

πŸ“… Posted: 1 April 2025

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