OUR HISTORY

 

 

 Church History and  Theme

Moving Forward, as We Transition through Christ

Philippians 3:13-14 and Hebrews 12:1-2

 

CHURCH HISTORY

1892-2013

 

 

The Citrograph newspaper first places the Second Baptist Church on Orange Street in 1891. In 1892, Reverend Sebron Lee became the first pastor of the Second Baptist Church congregation. Early founders were: Deacon J.A. Whiteside, Turner Berry, J. Jackson, E. Brown, F. Wilkerson, Jas R. Bush, Mrs. Shepard, Mrs. C. Jackson, Mrs. C.F. Smith, and Mrs. Fraley.

The late Deacon Emeritus, Joe Butler, Sr.,  recalled the move from State Street to Stuart Avenue by 1924.  Our present  location (9th and  Stuart) was purchased for $l0.00.  Historically known for Her indigenous faith  and cultural style of celebration,  the worship at Second Baptist (preaching/teaching, praise, prayer and singing) are significant factors to her social and spiritual existence. Thirty-three pastors have served the historic congregation.  Pastor Anthony W. Green was called in April of l983-l995 (twelve years) and returned in l999-present being the longest pastorate of 26 years.  The Church has moved into a new era in the 21^st Century.

2002– Pastor Jackie set publically as an apostle of the Lord. Founded the SBCR School of Ministry for leaders and ministers. 2003– Pastor Jackie plants church in Phoenix, AZ. --2006-Dr. Green consecrated as a Bishop by Judah International Ministries in Phoenix, AZ.--2008– Bishop Green traveled to Jerusalem, Israel. Published Hurt Lady Warfare book.--2009–Pastor Anthony Green celebrated 40 Years of Preaching and had “100 Young Men Banquet” at the University of Redlands in his honor. Pastor Anthony Green received a Medal of Distinguished Service from the Redlands Police Dept. under Chief Jim Bueerman.--2010– Publication of Hurt Man Book by Bishop Green and Pastor Green with other men.--2011– New musical instruments, microphone system, new doors and other building upgrades--2012– Purchase of new sanctuary chairs.

 2013 and Celebrating Moving Forward

¨ Midnight Basketball  Outreach-Staff Uniforms

¨ Negotiating Sale of Church Property at Texas St.

¨ Ordaining of deacon– Brother Terry Richey

¨ Establishing of  Children’ Altar Guild

¨ Bishop  Dr. Jackie Green returning  as Co-Pastor

¨ 40th Wedding Anniversary Celebration of Pastor  Anthony and Bishop Jackie Green

¨ Church growth in Sunday School and Mid Week Prayer Services and Bible Studies

¨ Clergy and Leadership Training Classes

¨ Renovation of  Fellowship Hall, Nursery , Children’s Room and Pastor’s Office

¨ Development of media ministry and live streaming of services

¨ Restructure of Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries (CYYM)

¨ Junior Praise Dancers

To God be the Glory, Great things He has done!