A Spanish Ministry, led by Jose Fernandez, was begun in the late 1970's to minister exclusively to the Spanish-speaking community. Under Pastor Lyons leadership, the church has reached out to the community hosting several major community events, including the annual Block Party, Harvest Festival, and Movie Nights. Living with Hope Bible Background 1 THESSALONIANS 4:13 - 5:11 Printed Text 1 THESSALONIANS 4:13 - 5:11 Devotional Reading PSALM 38:9 -1 5 . While at BIOLA he studied Sports Physiology and met his wife Heidi. info@greaternewhopebaptist.com. Skip to main content. Associated Press visual journalist Jessie Wardarski contributed. The FFBC congregation stayed at this location for the next five years [1962-67]. Black Americans two-thirds of whom are Protestant attend church more regularly than Americans overall, and pray more often, surveys show. We are thankful to the Lord for all of the faithful workers in the past and in the present who have helped to unite, encourage, and build the body of Christ. In 1979, Reverend Johnny T. Collins, Sr. was called to pastor NHMBC. They are blessed to share their passion for this ministry with their four children and their families. Together, as the body of Christ, much more will be accomplished for the glory of God. . Bible Discussion Wednesday 12:00 PM - Noon-Day Bible Study-TBD 07:00 PM - Bible Study 07:00 PM - New Membership Class-TBD Thursday 07:00 PM . 0000034815 00000 n Our Pastor, Dr. DeRienzia Johnson was born the son of Alice Johnson on August 14, 1970, in Sandersville, Georgia. This English and Spanish-speaking church . Zions attendance dropped from 300 parishioners before the outbreak to 125 now. %%EOF trailer 0000013027 00000 n Under his leadership, NHMBC purchased 1810 Helena in Northeast Reno, Nevada. Zions shrinking attendance is in line with a recent Pew Research Center survey; it found a significant attendance drop among Black Protestants that is unmatched by any other major religious group. See God has come to save me. lives among you. Driskell tries to reach young people by talking openly with them about issues including race, sexuality and gender identity. . However, even with the added space, it was still necessary for FFBC to rent classroom space at East LA College and at the Methodist Church across the street. 0000091860 00000 n At Greater New Hope we seek to glorify God by reaching people for Christ; providing NURTURING opportunities for them to grow in Christ; MINISTERING to the needs of the congregation, community and the world; devoted to enjoying the fellowship of one another and continually worshipping together. Joe L. Smith. Atlanta, pastor | 22 views, 0 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from The Mount: Mount Moriah Baptist Church Atlanta 10 AM Service Rev. Our children will know they are appreciated and loved, not only by their parents, but also by their peers and other caring adults in our fellowship. 0000014063 00000 n Furthermore, the Torres Fund, in honor of Eddie Torres, was established to fund scholarships for men training for full-time ministry. Ralph Turner and Pastor Elias Reyes. FFBC began to experience a 30% yearly growth in membership, and the majority of them were new souls to Christ. There was also a period of time spent worshiping at the Women's Club on Northside Avenue in Montebello. 0000035102 00000 n things. Mize has been a longtime member of NHBC and previously served as youth pastor. Quardricos Driskell, pastor at Beulah Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia. This fundamental statement reflects the mission God has ordained for every one that has received Him as Savior and Lord of their life. Participants from . Pastor Richmond's subject was "Our Daily Spiritual Progress". During the pandemic, Black pastors used their influence to encourage vaccinations from the pulpit, while hosting testing clinics and vaccination events in church buildings. Y0h!X2PE3.Y`5R*4FQ'( Use tab to navigate through the menu items. fL662dctYe?Vb`i{'.Ns|QEj"9bef2g~;&8H@5":EWds!3{=CO[2l6Zi Calvary's people are friendly, comfortable and desire to see God move in this city and their lives. We don't go around preaching about ourselves; we preach Christ Jesus, with me, but now he comforts me. 5. Mt. The Lord has blessed Pastor Bennett with a special gift for reaching young adults with the word of God. The number of Black Protestants who say they attend services monthly has fallen from 61% in 2019 to 46% now, said Pew, and they are the only group in which more than half (54%) attend services virtually. 0000011182 00000 n 0000066908 00000 n Pastor Montoya continued preaching via Livestream on YouTube. But membership at the historic church a crucial meeting point for many during the Civil Rights Movement dwindled over recent decades. % 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Dr. Eric F. Hairston Sr. is the pastor. 8. Finally, the Lord opened the doors for a permanent church building at the corner of Gage Street and Michigan Avenue in East Los Angeles, whichhas come to be affectionately known as "The Holy Land" [shown on right]. As we say in old churches if you dont see any young people, if you dont hear any babies crying, then, youre at a dying church.. Theyve really gotten to the place that they can turn over in bed and flip on the television or their phone and watch the services, press a button, send their offerings and go back to sleep, he said. Closing Date: March 20, 2022. 2017 BY GREATER NEW HOPE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH. 0000004265 00000 n The congregation numbered about 15 persons at this time. GREATER NEW HOPE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. Click or Scan to Subscribe. Mize found his calling in education. 0000008337 00000 n 4. Its imperative that we get our young people back, said Donnie Mack, a deacon at Zion. Our missionaries will know they are loved by our congregation because of the myriad of practical ways that we support and serve them. Israelwho xref Alyn Waller. Upon Reverend Wrights departure, Reverend H. Griffin came to NHMBC preaching and teaching the Gospel, with an emphasis on Christian education. It is very evident that he grew up in a Christian home environment with strong religious beliefs. The stomping of feet and the call-and-response of the leader and congregation have subsided from what they were before the pandemic. Oh First Filipino Baptist Church Lancaster Abaunza, Lizardo 599 Waverly PL Pacifica, CA 94044-1767 Primera Iglesia Bautista . Charles Stanley, an influential Baptist pastor who for more than 50 years preached a conservative message from his Atlanta megachurch, through an . trust in him and not be afraid. has ordained he will sustain: Isaiah 43:4-12 (Read) Therefore GNHMBC endstream endobj 23921 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[370 23506]/Length 420/Size 23876/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream After group worship in song and music, as well as a slideshow video [see below link] highlighting FFBC's history, Pastor Montoya preached from Joshua Chapter 1. Hotels near Greater New Hope Baptist Church: (0.11 mi) Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center (0.14 mi) Conrad Washington DC (0.10 mi) Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel (0.22 mi) Riggs Washington DC (0.18 mi) Grand Hyatt Washington; View all hotels near Greater New Hope Baptist Church on Tripadvisor 23966 0 obj<>stream The pandemic exasperated that, said the Rev. Zion broadcasts services online, produces digital content and is active on social media. This year, efforts have been made to encourage everyone in our ministry to read God's Word daily. I believe it has shifted for the better, said its pastor, the Rev. But patterns of worship are shifting across generations: younger Black adults attend church less often than their elders, and those who attend are less likely to do so in a predominantly Black congregation. Pastor Johnson is a young, energetic Pastor with a vision; a vision to provide opportunities to accept, help and make life better for ALL people. All Rights Reserved. I have people who belong to my church that dont even live in Pennsylvania.. On May 8, 2009, FFBC reached a historic milestone when thechurch relocated to spacious facilities in Whittier [shown on right] and held its first services on Mother's Day, May 10. Our members will enjoy thriving, healthy spiritual relationships, gathering in groups that work and grow together well. Pastor John Ploog has a passion for communicating God's Word with practical clarity. x~q37L/t`5g41YRhOA~vPw W1@z%T. In January 1992, the Lord called him home. We will continue to cultivate a reputation as a joyful, open, caring church firmly founded in the truth of scripture. 'K KqCM6qu]:-.q'E'[z^6B&*H]I=ZA+nQ][Rj5M!N}eKP:0a8 K_{%NV#.=9p @#vS~*2pA"[|f_;| rogs*9+V 1"*!UTE(Xx,;oO\Oz{G^5X]uZ/?XB0\qT Bme(_Ti+)b[!h Calvary was birthed at the peak of The Depression. %PDF-1.3 % New Hope Baptist Church is the place where you will find New Love, New Faith, New Trust, and a Brand New Hope; the experience you've been seeking. And thats what the mission is in the end anyway. ___. What does it mean to be gay, Christian and single? he said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. They note that many congregants are older, have inadequate access to health care, and hesitate to return to church for fear of catching a contagious illness. 0000103843 00000 n GNHBC exists to: The Lord graciously provided the opportunity for His people to minister in this area and many members stepped forward to teach and serve in La Habra. of Jerusalem shout his praise with joy! We hope that you will come experience the joy that we share when we come together to worship God in Spirit and in Truth. Location: 58527 Delanie Street. 0 Our PURPOSE is to minister to every heart for the growth of God's Kingdom here on earth, to offer help, hope and healing for every soul seeking restoration, to help plant and produce Kingdom workers, and to make sure His people are rooted and grounded in His word and the works of the Kingdom. Amb}@@|srH!a0$RkuD!D3b&Y3`f1,fL0 f3b&Ya w,/,X^XOs)}>9>GS}JOs)}>Op."x\q\. On April 16, 2022, FFBC officially planted Oceanside Bible Church to serve the Spanish-speaking communities of Oceanside, Vista, and Carlsbad. Under Pastor Grays leadership, Christian education and community outreach were emphasized. 0000002035 00000 n In 1955, Reverend Arthur Roberts became the first Pastor of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church (NHMBC), organized in conjunction with his wife Leatrice, and Sister P.B. There, he was reared by his mother and grandparents, Mr. Herbert and Mrs. Earnestine Johnson. 0000001268 00000 n us. Reverend W.M. They are the proud, proud parents of their sixteen-year-old son, Joshua. Greater New Hope Baptist Church. Pastor Montoya's sermons are broadcast in various radio stations across the Southwest USA and are now freely available on the church's web site (click link at top of page). We are excited that you are here. 0000003324 00000 n On January 16, 2011 Reverend William B. Lyons Jr. was called to serve as pastor of GNHBC. What I really say to myself is, Lord, the pastor has a lot of outreach to do, and so do we because itll never be the same.. 0000093270 00000 n BIBLE STUDY. At its heyday in the 1960s, more than 1,500 parishioners filled every seat at Zion. At 84 years old, we have been recognized and awarded for our ministry, philanthropy, and . Tell the world what he has done. from Boston University, a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary of New York, and a Doctorate from United Seminary, was the senior pastor at New Hope Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas and had served as assistant minister at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York. On November 15, 2020, limited indoor services were resumed. In the early 1980's, through the leadership of Pastor Montoya, FFBC began a program to plant churches throughout Southern California ranging from Calexico to La Puente to Fontana to Wilmington, just to name a few cities. mq!sK0(B_S0qC$wjbPKAjix`a}_]3sN,i/g / Its teaching us that were not necessarily looking for numbers, but were looking for engagement, Morrison said. Welcome; Church History; . Rev. Attendance at the church dropped from about 150 people before COVID to about 80 now. u*B[;b;YE$OH2F; 3xR(f=yt'024&J.&h/nH7;E}Uo4kA ?WwRn3C/$ ;{Z$6Yw@PY(,Lx Patrick Greer . Young children will be active participants in our fellowship. Eric D.Hurst Pastor/Teacher Sermon. Reverend Rollersonhas been inspiring the Greater New Hope Missionary Baptist Church community since joining our congregation. In that wonderful day you will sing: 0000013888 00000 n GIVE ONLINE. Position: Full Time Pastor. God-centered, Spirit-enabled, soul-deep relationships of mutually edifying love. Pastor Smith served tirelessly until his health began to fail. Considered to be the most distinguished figure in our Church, Reverend Rollersonis committed to providing members of the congregation with religious guidance. P[@&2PyFtz+7ce}GVDFOJ#pMl- The First Fundamental Bible Church (FFBC) was founded on June 1960 by a group of dedicated men and women numbering about 10-15 persons who had a strong desire to serve our Lord. A sufficient foundation of leaders, funds, and facilities for the accomplishment of Gods vision. For a people systematically brutalized and debased by the inhumane system of slavery, followed by a century of Jim Crow racism, the church provided a refuge: a place of racial and individual self-affirmation, of teaching and learning, of psychological and spiritual sustenance, of prophetic faith, he wrote.