Early in 1979, Pastor Greg Kaminski and his wife, Janie, came to Eugene from Greenville, South Carolina, with a desire to start an Independent, Fundamental church for the Lord. The first service was held on April 29, 1979, in a classroom at Willamette High School. There were 22 people present. In September of 1979, Westside Baptist Church was organized with 28 charter members. It continues to grow every year!