MORNING SERVICE
09:00
EVENING SERVICE
17:30
294 Cygnus Street
Waterkloof Ridge
We are happy that you have visited our online home!
Waterkloof Baptist Church is a conservative, evangelical Baptist Church situated in the heart of Pretoria East.
We would love to invite you to visit one of our services. When you do, please be sure to introduce yourself to one of our dedicated staff, ministry leaders or volunteers.
If you let us know via the link below that you’re visiting, we’ll be sure to have someone watching out for you!
From the youngest child to the most treasured Senior, there is something for everyone at WBC.
Click below to find out more about the ministries at WBC.
Zoe Lombard
TINY TOTS (Ages 4 – Grade 0)
Even our littlest ones have a space to learn simple Bible truths through songs, crafts, prayer, and play. This fun-filled program runs separately from the older kids and is led by caring volunteers.
CHILDREN’S CHURCH (Grade 1 – 7)
On Sundays, we begin in the main service for worship, then head to our own space for teaching, prayer, memory verses, and age-appropriate classes with crafts, games, and discussions. Our aim: to show children how to live for Christ by loving and applying God’s Word.
Passionate about raising the next generation?
We’d love your help. Contact Zoë.
WhatsApp: 072 602 7217 or Email: zoe@wbc.org.za
Timothy Houghting
VERB – 19:30–21:30
Teen life is hectic—but Verb is your space to laugh, connect, and build a solid Biblical foundation. Each Friday is packed with epic games, worship, and a 15-minute devotion, all geared toward Grade 8–Matric students.
Got Friday night energy? Come join the fun!
Contact Tim via 060 991 0809 or tim@wbc.org.za
TEEN CHURCH
Think of Teen Church as your spiritual gym—real talk, deep questions, honest community. We go beyond Bible stories to wrestle with what they really mean for your life. For Grade 7–Matric.
Want to help teens grow in faith? Join the team!
Contact Tim via 060 991 0809 or tim@wbc.org.za
YOUNG ADULTS
Once a month we hang out—Saturday chill sessions, Sunday night events, and more. Plus, our Sunday evening service is built for young adults to worship, learn, and grow together.
Looking for community? We’d love to connect.
Contact Tim via 060 991 0809 or tim@wbc.org.za
Marlene Witter
Join us on a journey of spiritual growth, connection, and community! Our Ladies’ Ministry aims to build fellowship, promote discipleship, and deepen our walk with God as faithfully follow in Jesus’ Footsteps.
Our Mission:
To create opportunities for ladies to grow in their faith, develop meaningful relationships, and encourage one another in their spiritual journey.
Upcoming Events:
– Monthly Ladies Coffee Chats: Connect with others, share experiences, and build stronger friendships.
– Bi-Annual Retreats: Take time to refresh, renew, and recharge your spirit.
– Social Events: Enjoy fellowship, food, and fun with ladies from our church and community.
– Unique Social event: Fun-filled games event for Moms & sons, to promote stronger family relationships
Past Events:
– Daughters of the King High Tea (moms & daughters)
– Soup Evenings
– Thanksgiving dinners
Let’s grow in faith and friendship together!
For more information contact Marlene on 084 982 3077
Lance Olver
John Piper once said the two biggest dangers for Christians are worldliness and self-reliance—and men often fall hard into both. Whether it’s at work, in marriage, or with family, the pressure to provide and appear strong can lead many men to carry burdens alone and hide their struggles behind pride or shame.
But God never intended for men to walk alone.
Like Joshua, who faced overwhelming odds but trusted in God’s promises, we are called to be strong and courageous—not because we have all the answers, but because God is with us (Joshua 1:9).
Too many Christian men live in quiet defeat, stuck in compromise. But Jesus offers us a better way—one of truth, righteousness, and brotherhood. That’s why men need a space where they can drop the mask, be real, and fight the real battles together.
About WBC Frontline Men’s Ministry
Rooted in Ephesians 6:12–18, this ministry exists to strengthen the hearts, minds, and spirits of men—helping them stand firm in faith and live out their calling, following the example of Christ.
MEET LANCE
Lance and his wife Eileen have been at WBC for 33 years, faithfully serving in worship, missions, and leadership. They have two adult children, and Lance currently serves as a deacon overseeing the Men’s Ministry.
How Can You Get Involved?
There are many ways to help grow this vital ministry:
Join the steering committee
Offer your personal or professional skills
Help plan or run events
Become a prayer warrior for the men of our church
Let’s build something meaningful together. Reach out—we’d love to chat!
Contact Lance via 082 447 7095 or lanceo@imaginet.co.za
Dan Riddell
Join us for a meaningful evening designed to refresh and strengthen your marriage.
Hosted by long-standing Waterkloof Baptist Church members Arnold and Joy Mol—married for over 56 years—these Marriage Enrichment Dinners offer practical wisdom, heartfelt encouragement, and timeless biblical principles for couples at every stage of life.
With decades of experience teaching on marriage, parenting, and motivation, Arnold and Joy create a relaxed, honest space to talk about what really matters in relationships. Whether you’re newly married or decades in, you’ll leave each evening inspired, challenged, and more connected.
For more information watch our events page for the next dinner, or contact Arnold at 082 885 4648 | arnold@arnoldmol.co.za or Joy at 082 884 4648 | joy@arnoldmol.co.za.
Come hungry—for great food and an even greater marriage.
Find support and healing after the loss of a loved one. Our GriefShare groups offer:
We also run the following one-session courses:
Find help. Discover hope. Experience healing.
Going through separation or divorce is one of life’s most painful experiences—but you don’t have to walk it alone. DivorceCare is a safe, welcoming support group where caring people come alongside you as you navigate the difficult road of healing.
Each weekly session includes practical teaching, group discussion, and encouragement from others who understand. Whether you’re newly separated or have been divorced for years, this course offers tools to help you recover and rebuild—with God’s comfort and grace at the centre.
Keep an eye on our Events page to find out when the next course will be starting.
There is hope and healing after divorce—and it starts with taking the first step.
The Golden Girls is a ministry to widows.
We meet once a month, on the second Wednesday at 10am in the upstairs Church hall. We have fellowship and Praise & Prayer and enjoy one another’s company. Tea and coffee is always served. We would love to welcome ladies to our meetings.
Our goal as the Worship Ministry is to point people to Jesus and create space for the church to respond. We aim to involve all generations—especially children and youth—in vibrant, God-focused worship. It’s been a joy to include kids in worship, particularly during quarterly family services and our energetic Holiday Club.
Want to Join the Team?
We’d love to chat with you! Musicians and singers go through an audition and brief interview. Tech team members are also vital and can be trained in sound, visuals, and broadcasting. We use WhatsApp, Planning Center, and Music Stand to stay organised. The team is a space to grow in skill and Christlikeness.
Ariami Joubert
Our Loving & Caring ministry is here to support individuals and families by providing meals during times of need — whether it’s due to illness, a new baby, or a challenging season.
If you or someone you know could use a helping hand, please contact the church office.
We coordinate with our Pastors and Life Groups to make sure our church family feels loved and cared for.
Abimbola Modupe
Whether you are visiting for the first time or reconnecting with the church, the Connect Desk Team is excited to help you find a place to belong and grow. We are committed to helping you if you are interested in joining a small group, serving in ministry or simply learning more about our church.
‘Therefore, accept and welcome one another, just as Christ has accepted and welcomed us to the glory of God.’ Romans 15:7 (AMP)
Should you wish to be a member of the Connect Desk Team, contact Abi Modupe on 079 669 8360
Throughout the year, various events are hosting by the Loving & Caring Ministry to support you in your journey of faith.
Keep an eye on our Events page to ensure you don’t miss out!
Eileen Olver
Hidden Treasure Waterglen is a charity shop located at the Waterglen Centre in Garstfontein Road, Waterkloof Glen, that was started in 2017 as a joint venture between Waterkloof and Central Baptist churches. We receive donations of pre-loved goods from the public, and the profits from the sale of these goods go to support two charities: Bethesda Children’s Village at Hammanskraal and the Good Samaritan Fund at the Glenhaven Retirement Centre . We depend on the help of volunteers to run our store.
If you would like to donate to Hidden Treasure Waterglen, or volunteer in our store, please contact Eileen on 083-400-2828 or leeniejay@gmail.com.
About the Overseer
Eileen Olver has been involved with Hidden Treasure Waterglen since its opening in August 2017, initially as manager, and then as overseer. She is passionate about this ministry, not only because of the joy it brings to those who shop there, but also because of the spiritual impact it has on its customers and on the community.
WBC’s fledgling coffee ministry aims to create a space where people can gather after church to enjoy fellowship, whilst also enjoying a really good cup of coffee.
Whether you have any barista experience or not, we encourage you to join the coffee team, as there are regular training sessions throughout the year. If you love coffee, we’d love to have you on our team, connecting with people while you serve them some liquid happiness.
For more info, contact Kirsten via 083 417 9703 or kirsten@thompsonattorneys.co.za
At the heart of WBC is a team of committed passionate volunteers who serve passionately and faithfully to further the Kingdom of God
If you would like to join our volunteer team and serve in one of our ministries, click the link below
At Waterkloof Baptist Church we recognise that, whilst we are all individuals, each with our own particular focus and uniqueness, there are certain core values that give our church its particular character. These core values are non – negotiable principles that reflect our absolute beliefs and standards and provide inspiration and direction (under God’s guidance) for our Church. Furthermore, the core values act as a filter for our thoughts, bridge the gaps and diversity in our thinking and will form the foundation for our decisions that unify our efforts and define our actions.
At Waterkloof Baptist Church we believe that God has called us into being for a threefold purpose:
The document below outlines our church’s ministry philosophy – why we exist, what we aim to become, and how we pursue God’s purposes. It also helps prospective members understand our stance on key issues.
At Waterkloof, we don’t do missions … we are missions.
Missions isn’t just a department—it’s the heartbeat of who we are. From our neighbourhood to the nations, we are committed to making Jesus known. We partner with, pray for, and support a growing family of missionaries across the globe, believing that every believer is called to live on mission—whether that’s across the street or across the sea. Join us as we serve, send, and sow into God’s kingdom work, near and far.
Below are some of the missionaries we support as a church.
Our sermons are recorded and uploaded weekly. Find our latest sermon below
The team at Waterkloof consists of vocational pastors and staff, as well as volunteer Elders,
Deacons and Ministry Leaders appointed by the church
Reverend Paul Witter is deeply committed to teaching, preaching, discipleship, and missions. His fervent desire is to see individuals grow in their faith, uncover their God-given gifts, and embrace their divine purpose. Leading the pastoral care and ministry team, he offers encouragement and support to the church community. Paul and his supportive wife Marlene are blessed with three grown children: Timothy, Christy, and Jonathan.
Pastor Dan Riddell loves families. His passion for marriages and children flow into every sphere of his life and ministry. His caring nature encourages everyone around him to love families and people. Dan has been a pastor at WBC since 2010 and has served as the Children's Pastor, Youth Pastor and is now the Associate Pastor focusing on family ministry. Dan is married to his best friend, Sarah Riddell and they have two children, Hannah and Joshua.
Pastor Tim Houghting has a heart for teenagers and young adults. There’s nothing more exciting to him than seeing young people grow—both in their relationship with Jesus and with each other.He graduated from the Baptist Theological College of Southern Africa in 2023 and is currently working on his honours degree. Tim has been the Youth pastor at WBC since 2022.Oh, and in case you’re wondering, he is married to the amazing Tasha Houghting.
📞 012 347-0171
Waterkloof Baptist Church
Standard Bank (Brooklyn Branch)
011 801581