1954 stands as a year when Myers Park Baptist looked to the future with careful planning, strong leadership, and a continued sense of shared purpose. Steady Leadership The congregation continued to balance its expanding ministries with thoughtful attention to the future, guided by the...
The congregation’s spirit of hospitality and service continued to shape its life together, while friendships deepened and new ministries emerged. A Joyful Homecoming: Bob and Katherine Porschke ReturnOne of the year’s most joyful moments was the return of Bob and Katherine...
As Myers Park Baptist Church stepped into 1952, it did so with a spirit of hope and transformation. The dedication of the sanctuary, the rise of new musical leadership, the opening of the Educational Building, and the embrace of community gatherings all reflected a congregation deeply committed...
Under the inspiring leadership of Dr. George D. Heaton, our congregation continued to embody a progressive spirit—reaching outward, building upward, and singing joyfully along the way. Caring for Families In June, the church made a practical step toward inclusion by providing childcare...
A Welcome Rooted in Post-War Compassion The dawn of a new decade brought joy and progress to Myers Park Baptist Church. On a late winter’s night, a small crowd gathered at the Southern Railway station to welcome Dr. and Mrs. Vitols and her parents, newly arrived from Europe...
In 1949, Myers Park Baptist Church stood at a crossroads of vision and action. With its sanctuary still under construction and its ministries expanding, the congregation embraced a year of bold commitments and compassionate outreach. From launching a major fundraising campaign to welcoming...
In 1948, Myers Park Baptist Church entered a new chapter of faith and courage. On a bright morning, the first earth was moved by a great bulldozer, marking the ground where a sanctuary and church home would rise. More than 250 members locked arms in unity. Dr George D. Heaton's litany echoing...
A Celebration of Growth and Vision On January 16, the congregation of Myers Park Baptist Church gathered for a supper and meeting to celebrate the fifth anniversary of its founding. It was a time of gratitude—giving thanks for God’s providence and the remarkable growth that had...
Post-War Growth and Planning: 1946 In the years immediately following World War II, Myers Park Baptist Church entered a season of remarkable growth—both in vision and organization. A Wider Welcome on SelwynOne significant improvement was the widening of Selwyn Avenue, a project carried...
1945 was a year of transition, hope, and new beginnings—not just for the world, but for Myers Park Baptist Church. As the war ended, the church stepped boldly into a new era of ministry, music, and education. A New Era in MusicIn April, Mrs. Frank Dowd brought an exciting recommendation...