Services
Sunday Service starts at 11 am
Sunday School
09:45am - 10:45am
Wednesday Bible Study begins at 06:30pm
Meet Our Church
Chairman of Deacons - Willie Thompson
BOARD OF DEACONS
JoAnne Lumpkins, Ronnie DeJarnette, Robert Adams, Clem Hairston, John Terry, Penelope Millner, Maney Crawley
TRUSTEE BOARD
The trustee here at prospect Missionary Baptist church is a lay person who takes care of the secular business of running the church. Trustees manage finances along with the Treasurer. Trustees also manage the church property, buildings, equipment, land ensures that the church is compliant with legal requirements from the county, state and government. The trustee is not a paid individual , he or she is chosen and approved by the church congregation through a vote.
Christian Education Ministry Marilyn Gunter
Christian Education Ministry involves the administration and coordination of programs or strategies to facilitate the spiritual growth or discipleship of believers into Christ-likeness. The Christian Education Ministry aims to conduct, sponsor or encourage member participation in Christian educational programs as Sunday School, Bible Study, Vacation Bible School, and Christian Education Workshops. In addition, the Christian Education and Ministry supports, enriches, and provides cultural and spiritual enrichment and gives assistance in implementing certain traditions and celebrations within the church's calendar of events.
Deaconess Board
Chairperson
Martha Terry
Rhumel Mosely, Marilyn Gunter, Penelope Millner, Martha Terry, Valeria Toomer, Phyllis Hairston and
Audrey Coleman
Church Clerks - Martha Terry and
Valeria Toomer
Ronnie DeJarnette
President
of
Men's Ministry
Prospect Missionary Baptist Church Men's Fellowship promote Men in this community to become Leaders in this Church and lead young men to lead in their community. Assist in and conducting visits on the sick and shut in within the church and community.
Usher Board - President Willie Thompson
Vice President Loraine Williams
"Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere. I would rather
be a doorkeeper in the House of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked."
Ladies Chorus
Gallery
Church History
During the 1870's, Prayer meetings and Sunday Schools were held in a log cabin near the intersections of State Roads 1140 and 1132. Prospect Baptist Church was organized in August 1878. Reverend Robert Broadnax served, preached and guided the group in the early seventies.
Reverend C. L. King was elected Pastor in 1878 and he served until 1895. The membership increased during his leadership at Prospect. The congregation purchased a quarter of an acre of land on the Ferry Road (site of the first church where house number 260 Ferry Road is located today). Two log church buildings were built under his leadership.
Reverend Lemon Colemon, Brothers Randolph Price, Jewell Averett, Ben Studderfield, Henry Love, Robert Ross, and Sister Jane Price were founders of the church.
In 1896 Reverend Paul Monroe was elected Pastor. He was an Evangelist and an administrator. A new building of weatherboard was constructed and new pews were purchased. Brother Robert Bethel recommended to organize a choir on July 26, 1912. Charter members were Sisters M. L. Hooper, M. F. Nelson, Dora Hall, Callile Pritchett, Bessie Ferguson, E. G. Hooper, Lora Morrell, Annie Wilson, Brothers, George W. Adams, John J. Price, T. Massie Adams, W. R. Bethel, and Columbus Price. Brother Walter S. Nash was choir master.
Prospect was one of the nineteen churches that organized the Cherrystone Association. It was a leader in Missionary work, local and state.
Reverend Arthur Younger was elected Pastor in 1916 and he served until 1920. He was an excellent leader. The church prospered and grew in membership. He was called to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1920 to continue his work. Reverend Thomas Banks served as Pastor from 1920 until 1923. He served well until his health began to fail. Reverend Paul Monroe returned as Pastor from 1923 until 1928.
The church continue to progress under his leadership. Reverend William Abbott served as Pastor from 1928 until 1938. He was a Gospel Preacher and a faithful leader. These were the depression years and the beginning of World War II in Europe. During his tenure the church made building improvements. Under the supervision of Deacon T. M. Adams, a new choir stand, vestibule, siding boards and electric lights were installed for the first time on the Ferry Road Church. Times were hard, money was scarce, but Jesus lead us through it all.
Reverend Howard L. Ferguson served as Pastor from 1938 until 1961. He was a dedicated leader for the church. The church purchased 10 acres of land from Albert Hodnett on State Road 1132. In November 1952 the church building was dedicated. Shortly thereafter regular services were held on the second and fourth Sundays, morning and evenings. During this time the Junior Choir was organized by Brother W. Robert Bethel.
Reverend David Wiley served as Pastor from 1961 until 1970. An eloquent speaker and a good leader the following took place:
1. Annual Calendar
2. Missionary Society (Divided into three circles)
3. Tithing enlistment program
4. Finance System (Unified Plan)
5. Every Sunday Service
6. Ladies and Male Chorus organized
7. The church improved its participation with the Baptist General Convention of Virginia.
Reverend Demetrius Crews was elected Pastor in 1970. He was a Gospel Preacher and a diligent worker in all areas of the church. The following things were initiated:
1. Young People's Choir organized
2. Senior Citizens Group organized
3. Bus Ministry
4. Boy Scouts
5. Men's Fellowship
6. All Choirs-Organized Music Department
7. Church purchased second organ
8. Food Bank
9. Senior Citizen's Choir
10. Lil Folk's Choir
11. Church purchased land and the Outreach Building across the street.
12. Gained 501 C3 and LLC status
13. Installed Steeple
14. Church purchased new dining tables and chairs/new choir chairs.
After 48 years of service Pastor Crews retired in December 2018. Reverend Everett Dickerson was called as an Interim Pastor from July 2019 until May 2021. Our current Pastor Reverend Harry Lee Williams was called to serve in June 2021. We honor the memory of our past members who God has called to eternal rest for their Labor and Dedication. A major renovation was done to the building in 1984. The top of the building was totally removed and a new top was installed. An addition was added to the building which provided needed office space and a Dining Area. The parking lot was also paved. As we celebrate this 143" Anniversary we are reminded of the great song of the Church, We Come This Far By Faith, Leaning On The Lord, Trusting In His Holy Word, He Never Failed Us Yet.