Find a congregation on the map
All 13 congregations listed in this guide are plotted below. Select a numbered marker to jump to its photo, contact details and official website. This map covers this directory’s listings; it is not a complete census of churches in the county.
The Gathering35.351718, -80.199841
Open listing →Boomerang Church
35.361123, -80.252839
Open listing →Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church
35.356092, -80.197266
Open listing →Central United Methodist Church
35.351677, -80.197558
Open listing →Christ Episcopal Church
35.351524, -80.192107
Open listing →Norwood · First Presbyterian Church
35.224415, -80.117279
Open listing →Stanfield · First Baptist Church
35.236437, -80.424017
Open listing →Oakboro · First Baptist Church
35.224963, -80.327367
Open listing →Badin · Badin Baptist Church
35.405857, -80.115294
Open listing →Locust · First Baptist Church
35.256295, -80.424763
Open listing →New London · First Baptist Church
35.443848, -80.218262
Open listing →Red Cross · Red Cross Baptist Church
35.268575, -80.355229
Open listing →Richfield area · Pauls Crossing Baptist Church
35.430249, -80.310767
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Select a numbered marker to open its listing. Hover or focus a marker for the name and coordinates. Map points use public county GIS addresses; contact the provider for arrival directions.
Explore local churches
Open a congregation’s photo or website preview for its current information. Every card includes a map and visitor address. This is a selection of local churches, not a complete county census.
The Gathering
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
175 North First Street, Albemarle, NC
Services, visitor information and ministries · Email
Image / preview: thegatheringnow.com
Boomerang Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
28594 NC Highway 73, Albemarle, NC
Worship and community groups · 704-982-1515
Image / preview: boomerangchurch.org
Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
416 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC
Mass schedules and parish news · 704-982-2910
Image / preview: annunciationcatholicalbemarle.com
Central United Methodist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
172 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC
Image / preview: centralumcalbemarle.org
Christ Episcopal Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
428 Pee Dee Avenue, Albemarle, NC
Worship, directions and church information
Image / preview: christalborg.com
Norwood · First Presbyterian Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
207 South Main Street, Norwood, NC
Image / preview: norwoodfpc.org
Stanfield · First Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
200 NC Highway 200, Stanfield, NC
Services and ministries · 704-888-5850
Image / preview: fbcstanfield.org
Oakboro · First Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
322 North Main Street, Oakboro, NC
Image / preview: fbcoakboro.org
Badin · Badin Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
28 Falls Road, Badin, NC
Image / preview: badinbaptist.org
Locust · First Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
320 Central Avenue South, Locust, NC
Image / preview: firstbaptistlocust.com
New London · First Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
111 East Church Street, New London, NC
Image / preview: fbcnewlondon.org
Red Cross · Red Cross Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
112 West Red Cross Road, Oakboro mailing address, NC
Image / preview: redcrossbaptist.com
Richfield area · Pauls Crossing Baptist Church
Visitor information, worship schedules and community programs from the congregation.
40461 Pauls Crossing Road, Richfield, NC
Image / preview: paulscrossingchurch.com
Photos, graphics and previews are linked to the congregation websites that publish them. Confirm service times and accessibility directly before visiting. Links reviewed October 15, 2026.
Community · Worship · Connections
Whether you are visiting for a weekend or settling into a new home, this guide helps you contact local congregations and find their own information about worship, children’s programs and community activities. These are selected churches with public sources; this is not a complete list of Stanly County churches or faith communities.
Albemarle · Around the county · Planning a visitChurches in Albemarle
| Congregation | Location | Contact and visitor information |
|---|---|---|
| The Gathering | 175 North First Street | Services, visitor information and ministries · Email |
| Boomerang Church | 28594 NC Highway 73 | Worship and community groups · 704-982-1515 |
| Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church | 416 North Second Street | Mass schedules and parish news · 704-982-2910 |
| Central United Methodist Church | 172 North Second Street | Plan a visit · 704-982-8158 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | 428 Pee Dee Avenue | Worship, directions and church information |
For Annunciation, the Diocese of Charlotte parish directory also provides contact details and regular English and Spanish Mass information. Use the parish’s own updates for holiday schedules and temporary changes.
Find a congregation around the county
Town names below help you orient your trip. A mailing address may use a nearby town’s name, so check the street address and congregation’s directions before traveling.
| Community and congregation | Visitor address | Direct link and phone |
|---|---|---|
| Norwood · First Presbyterian Church | 207 South Main Street, Norwood | What to expect · 704-474-5392 |
| Stanfield · First Baptist Church | 200 NC Highway 200, Stanfield | Services and ministries · 704-888-5850 |
| Oakboro · First Baptist Church | 322 North Main Street, Oakboro | Church website · 704-485-4313 |
| Badin · Badin Baptist Church | 28 Falls Road, Badin | Church website · 704-422-3764 |
| Locust · First Baptist Church | 320 Central Avenue South, Locust | Church website · 704-888-2431 |
| New London · First Baptist Church | 111 East Church Street, New London | Church website · 704-463-5412 |
| Red Cross · Red Cross Baptist Church | 112 West Red Cross Road, Oakboro mailing address | Church website · 704-485-4332 |
| Richfield area · Pauls Crossing Baptist Church | 40461 Pauls Crossing Road, Richfield | Church website · 704-463-7012 |
The Uwharrie Baptist Association member directory supplies the additional Baptist church contacts above and includes more congregations across Stanly and Montgomery counties. Its membership represents one part of the area’s religious community.
Before your first visit
Use a congregation’s own website or call its office to confirm service times, the entrance to use, accessible parking and any children’s check-in arrangements. Ask directly about language services, nursery availability or programs you are interested in. Schedules may change for holidays and special services.
Explore the town guides, new resident guide and community support resources for more local connections. Congregations of any tradition can submit a public listing or correction for future additions.
Public sources reviewed September 25, 2026. Listings provide contact paths and do not imply endorsement or a complete county census.
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