First Community Ame Church

We invite you to come and experience the gospel of Jesus Christ with us at any time. We have a place for everyone to study the Scriptures, fellowship together, and minister to others through numerous service opportunities and outreach ministry. Our Pastor, Rev. Dr. Clifton Rhodes, Jr. is fully committed to teaching the word of God, to living according to the word of God and preaching the word of God. In June 1972 Pastor Clifton Rhodes was called to Pastor and was installed as Pastor of Messiah on August 20, 1972. Messiah is the oldest black Baptist church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Messiah Missionary Baptist Church was founded in 1890 by Sister Catherine Carter and was organized with the help of Rev. Holt, a Baptist Minister from Amesburg, Canada. On September 16, 1890 Messiah Missionary Baptist Church was officially recorded as a church by the state of Michigan in the county of Kent. The Reverend Gillard was the first pastor, serving for five years. Under his pastorate our present site was purchased and a wooden frame building erected.

First Church exists to promote the Kingdom of God by praising God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit ; being a household of God for all who wish to be a part of our church family ; learning from God's Word in order to grow in our faith ; enabling members to witness and serve in our neighborhood and in a needy world. In four words: Praising, Growing, Caring, Serving First Christian Reformed Church has been an active part of Grand Rapids for 150 years and at this location for nearly 90 years. Today we are a group of people of various ages and from assorted backgrounds. What holds us together is the love of God in Jesus Christ and a common commitment to share that love through the Holy Spirit here in Grand Rapids. We are part of the Christian Reformed Church, begun in 1857 on this continent, but with deep roots both in the European Reformation and in the ancient faith of the Church. In service to our community we seek to honor Jesus and to give new voice to the truth of His love passed through many centuries and in many cultures.

True Light Baptist Church, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, invites individuals to experience a supportive community through various programs and events. With a focus on outreach and fellowship, the church emphasizes ways for members and visitors to engage and contribute to its mission. In addition to regular worship services, True Light Baptist Church celebrates significant milestones, such as its centennial anniversary, and dedicates time to special themes like Women's Month. The congregation values connection and encourages everyone to participate in enhancing the church's impact within the community. Generated from the website