Our History
"In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will." -Ephesians 1:11-KJV
1971…North Jackson Baptist Church was organized in 1970 and instituted on November 29, 1971 by its original name of Hanging Moss Baptist Church.
1980…On October 5, Hanging Moss Baptist Church became North Jackson Baptist Church.
2003…After several pastoral leaders through the years, on April 20, Reverend Alfred Lyons was elected to the pastorate of North Jackson Baptist Church and was installed on June 8, 2003. Under his leadership, North Jackson Baptist Church (NJBC) serves as a guiding light to draw souls to Christ. The Church continues to move forward as a source of strength and hope through God’s abundance.
2010...The Word of God provided the light to guide the church's path and the love to inspire new Deacons and new Trustees to the flock. Through the Trustees' vision, the church was able to undergo major structural and facility upgrades.
2019...Throughout this period, the church continued to experience, "Great and Mighty Things." God blessed the church with renovations of the sanctuary and a complete renovation of Mattie's Closet which provides clothes to individuals in the community.
2020…Since May 5, 2019, the Lord has blessed us with much increase to work in His vineyard. We have had an increase in the following ministries:
Increases
We are humbled to His Will and Way.
Memoriam
Sadly, twelve (12) links were taken from North Jackson Baptist earthly chain and was transitioned to eternal rest. Those dedicated members were: Mrs. Velma O’Connor, Mrs. Joyce Badgett Cureton, Mr. L.C. Farris, Mrs. Mattie Johnson, Mr. Frank Jones, Mrs. Maggie B. Jones, Mr. J. L Pickering, Mr. Willie Hines, Mr. Eddie Jackson, Mrs. Loree Pickering, Mrs. Rachel Farris and Mr. Lindsay Carter.
Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. ~ Psalm 30:5 ~
Our Church Associate Ministers
North Jackson Baptist Church is blessed to be surrounded with God’s chosen to lead. We recognize and pay honor to our associate ministers: Reverend Eddie Hargro, Reverend Mark Young, Sr. and Reverend Lenoris Washington as laborers and supporters to Pastor Lyons, the congregation, community, and the world.
Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified. ~ Romans 8:30~
1971…North Jackson Baptist Church was organized in 1970 and instituted on November 29, 1971 by its original name of Hanging Moss Baptist Church.
1980…On October 5, Hanging Moss Baptist Church became North Jackson Baptist Church.
2003…After several pastoral leaders through the years, on April 20, Reverend Alfred Lyons was elected to the pastorate of North Jackson Baptist Church and was installed on June 8, 2003. Under his leadership, North Jackson Baptist Church (NJBC) serves as a guiding light to draw souls to Christ. The Church continues to move forward as a source of strength and hope through God’s abundance.
2010...The Word of God provided the light to guide the church's path and the love to inspire new Deacons and new Trustees to the flock. Through the Trustees' vision, the church was able to undergo major structural and facility upgrades.
2019...Throughout this period, the church continued to experience, "Great and Mighty Things." God blessed the church with renovations of the sanctuary and a complete renovation of Mattie's Closet which provides clothes to individuals in the community.
2020…Since May 5, 2019, the Lord has blessed us with much increase to work in His vineyard. We have had an increase in the following ministries:
Increases
- Church membership
- Choir members
- Usher Board members
- Sunday School Attendance
- Bible Study Attendance
- Young Adult Sunday School Class
- Pulpit Ministers
- Women’s Mission
- Men's Ministry
We are humbled to His Will and Way.
Memoriam
Sadly, twelve (12) links were taken from North Jackson Baptist earthly chain and was transitioned to eternal rest. Those dedicated members were: Mrs. Velma O’Connor, Mrs. Joyce Badgett Cureton, Mr. L.C. Farris, Mrs. Mattie Johnson, Mr. Frank Jones, Mrs. Maggie B. Jones, Mr. J. L Pickering, Mr. Willie Hines, Mr. Eddie Jackson, Mrs. Loree Pickering, Mrs. Rachel Farris and Mr. Lindsay Carter.
Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. ~ Psalm 30:5 ~
Our Church Associate Ministers
North Jackson Baptist Church is blessed to be surrounded with God’s chosen to lead. We recognize and pay honor to our associate ministers: Reverend Eddie Hargro, Reverend Mark Young, Sr. and Reverend Lenoris Washington as laborers and supporters to Pastor Lyons, the congregation, community, and the world.
Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified. ~ Romans 8:30~