In 1893, early in the community's history, a small group of seven organized the Missionary Baptist Church of Christ at Rocksprings. The church disbanded after a few years, but was reborn as Rocksprings Baptist Church in 1898. Seventeen members called the Rev. Dan W. Matthews as their first pastor that year, and the Ladies' Aid Society began in 1900 under Mrs. Matthews. A frame building was erected in 1904, followed by a parsonage in 1909. Through the dedication of its members, the small church prospered until 1927, when a tornado devastated the town of Rocksprings. Texans came from far and wide to repair the community and rebuild the Baptist building. The church continued to thrive through the Depression and war years. By 1932, a Mexican American mission sponsored by the Baptists had become a full Sunday School; in 1936 the church's membership was 157, and in 1949 it was 207. The congregation actively supported Baptist organizations, and modern brick facilities were dedicated on this site in 1966. In missionary service, community outreach, and devotion to worship, the First Baptist Church of Rocksprings continues to uphold the values and traditions of its pioneer founders.