The humble beginning of the cong

The humble beginning of the congregation of New Grove Baptist Church grew out of the (white) congregation of Moore's Baptist Church.

1871 - the first structure for the newly formed colored congregation was a Brush Arbor which was also named Moore's Grove Baptist Church, Sunday services began each fourth Sunday of the month.

1883 - the church was provided with the deeds of the present site, and the name of the group of organized colored worshippers was changed to New Grove Baptist Church. The Second pastor of New Grove was the Rev. John B. Gordon, Rev. N.W. Culbreath became pastor until November 1926.

1927 - The Rev. R. A. Hall was called to pastor and served for more than 41 years. The building was destroyed in March of 1932 by a tornado. Later a new building was erected and numerous auxiliaries were formed. An Iron church bell was part of the new beginning and the ringing of the church bell was part of funeral processions. Annual events such as homecoming and Revival became part of the celebrations during the month of August and continues this day.

1968 -The congregation was blessed with another sanctuary that had taken time, money and talent from many local members and supporters.

1969 - Rev. Andrew Clark became the fifth pastor of New Grove and served until 1979.

1980 - James Washington, Jr., became sixth pastor. By August the church approved extending service to second and fourth Sunday.

1981- The church became incorporated.

1982- Every Sunday worship service became a reality.

1984 - The First album "Give Me Jesus All the Way" was released by the Gospel Choir.

1986 - The church marched into the the new sanctuary.

1987 - The western parking lot was paved. The New Birth Singers released their album, "Fill Me with Your Spirit".

1990 - The church was presented with a replica of Harriet Power's Quilt (the original hangs in the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.).

1992 - The church marched into the New Fellowship Hall.

1993 - The Computer Lab and Academic Assistance Programs were organized.

1994 - The Educational Research Center was organized. The Utility house was constructed.

1995 - The Beautification Committee erected a church sign.

1998 - Teresa Haynes released a recording "He Lives in Me".

1999 - 8:00 morning service began.

2000 - Church van was purchased.

2001 - New lights were purchased for the sanctuary; Slim and The Supreme Angels performed for Pastor's Anniversary Concert.

2002 - Ladies in Waiting presented the play "You Betta Know Him For Yourself".

2003 - Full time summer camp began. Step team ,Steppers for Christ Debut.

2004 - Mortgage Burning