Church History
The Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church was founded by the late Rev. George Lobdell and organized by the late Rev. Rogers in 1951, at 1417 South Adams Street.
In 1952, Rev. Ralmson Mcafee was elected Assistant Pastor. On July 21, 1953 the church celebrated their anniversary at a new location, 219 North Merriman St. In the mid 60’s the church moved to 422 South Reed Street.
In June of 1973, Rev. Lenill Thornton was elected pastor by the church. On September 7, 1980, Pleasant Grove moved to our present location, 1536 S. Stanley St. under the leadership of Rev. Lenill Thornton. Rev. Alvin Riley became the Assistant Pastor. On August 1, 1999, Rev. Thornton retired. On January 16, 2000, Rev. Alvin Riley was installed as Pastor. On December 10, 2006, Rev. Alvin Riley resigned.
On May 12, 2007 Rev. Joshua M. West was elected Interim Pastor, and on August 19, 2007 he was elected full time Pastor of Pleasant Grove M.B. Church. Under his leadership we are striving daily to please God and to work together in unity.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to bring lost souls to Christ. We strive to equip individuals with knowledge and understanding of God's word while promoting relationships with the Savior. It is our belief that through the equipping of the saints with true doctrinal teachings of Jesus Christ, witnesses will be produced capable of making additional disciples of Jesus Christ. Through our mission we pray for the continued development of unity amongst the saints, in efforts to make an impact on and improvement within the community.
Matthew 28:19-20
19Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
