About MCGC

Martindale Community Gospel Church is an independent, nondenominational church that has been serving Christ and our community since 1852. We are located just off the Taconic State Parkway near the intersection of State Route 23 and County Route 11 (Martindale Road).

Church History

1803 - The West Baptist Church of Hillsdale is formed.

1852 - Construction starts on the current church building.

1854 - The current church building is finished and dedicated.

1853/54 - A parsonage is built to house the Pastor.

1931 - A Social Hall was added to the Church grounds to host fellowship events.

1971 - The Sunday School wing was added to the back of the Social Hall.

(Historical information from a 1987 publication by the Church)