[1] Some researchers have asserted that Boylston was visited by Henry Sinclair based on evidence in the Zeno Narrative.
With their brethren across the harbor in Guysborough, the Baptists of Boylston owe their beginnings to the early missionary efforts of the pioneer ministers, David Nutter and George Dimock.
This arrangement continued until 1917 and since then, Boylston and Guysborough while maintaining their distinct identities as organized churches, have been linked in pastorale support and care.
The minutes of Sunday, Dec 14, 1890, however show that on that day the building was reopened for worship after extensive repairs.
He continued, "We have three steamers call each week so that (it) is a pleasant place to live ... We have a very comfortable church and a good band of workers."