Piney Grove
Baptist Church
212 Piney Grove Church Road, Swansboro, North Carolina 28584
910-326-3427
"Reaching... Teaching... Releasing..."
Our History...
Piney Grove Baptist Church was established on August 12,1869, when the 14 founders met in a school house near the site of our present facilities. It was the day when the prayers and vision of a few became a reality, which has been a great blessing to countless people throughout the years. The Sunday School was organized on July 1,1872. Piney Grove Baptist Church affiliated as a Southern Baptist Church. On July 20th, of 2016, Piney Grove chose to withdraw its affiliation.
Piney Grove Baptist Church is now a non-affiliated baptist fellowship of believers.
Our Four Pillars
At Piney Grove, we believe in:
Proclaiming
Proclaiming the authoritative, clear Word of God without apology (2 Timothy 4:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 2:3-13)
Prayer
Fervently believing in the power of prayer (Jeremiah 33:3, Ephesians 6:18)
Worship
Genuine worship by lifting high the name of Jesus Christ (Mark 12:30, John 4:23-24, John 12:32)
Sharing
Intentionally sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ in word and in service (Matthew 9:36-38, Romans 1:16, Ephesians 6:19-20)
Our Mission
The mission of Piney Grove Baptist Church is:
REACH
REACH individuals for a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ
TEACH
TEACH God's people to do the "work of the ministry"
RELEASE
RELEASE God's people to fulfill their purpose
Join our Fellowship
By PROFESSION OF FAITH AND BAPTISM:
One admits he/she is a sinner separated from God, confesses sin to God, and places faith in Jesus for salvation. As an expression of faith, the new Christian is baptized. Afterwards, he/she may be accepted into the membership of the church.
By STATEMENT OF FAITH: This action is taken by one who is not a member of any church or one who holds membership in any church that is not of the Baptist faith. He / she must have previously accepted Christ and been baptized by "immersion." After consulting with the Elders, he/she will be presented for membership on the basis of Christian experience. Membership will be granted upon affirmation of the church.
By TRANSFER:
Transfer of current membership from a local church of "like" faith and practice.
*All adult membership candidates must complete a membership introductory orientation (Connect 101) before "official" membership status is granted. A Statement of Faith is available upon request.