Newington originated as a mission of Ebenezer Baptist Church. The first services were held in Newington Academy from which the church took its name. in 1852, a one-story wooden church was built. Newington remained a mission until March 7, 1873 when Newington became a constituted church with 23 charter members.
Since 1852 the Newington building has undergone many changes as have the ways the church ministers to the county surrounding it. Newington's vision: We are a welcoming community of fully devoted Christ-followers that demonstrates Jesus's love to all. We do not know what the future holds, but we do know the One who holds the future.