About Us
REACH - Sharing the Gospel Message of Love
TEACH - Equipping God's People for Ministry
GROW - Developing Christians to Model His Character
SERVE -- Ministering to the Needs of the Community
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The Bible provides the basis for all that Christians are to be and do.
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God has revealed Himself in Jesus Christ, and the followers of Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit, are to continue Jesus' ministry of proclamation and service.
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The Bible reveals that only through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Savior can persons be redeemed and that the redeemed have been commissioned to carry His message and ministry to all people of the world.
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Each Christian is commanded to carry out God's purpose and is gifted by the heavenly Father for that mission.
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Christians are to minister to the whole person, meeting spiritual, physical, social, mental and emotional needs.
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A spiritual awakening, beginning with an emphasis on prayer, is essential to reaching our community for Christ.
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Cooperation is at the heart of all that we do. Therefore, it is essential that all parts of the church family work as a team through participation and cooperation to carry out our purpose in Christ.
Recognizing the importance of these continuing priorities and the changing circumstances of our community, the following are to have special emphasis.
Purpose 1: Magnifying His Name
Assistant Pastor & Second Lady Price
Rev. Horace Price, Sr. was born in Tallulah, Louisiana. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Arts while attending Grambling University. He also holds a degree in Heating and Air-conditioning. He has worked for the Houston Independent School District for 23 years, but his real job is working for the Lord.
His ministry began as a Deacon at New Faith Baptist Church in HoustonTexas. Led by the Holy Spirit, he accepted his calling to the ministry and became an ordained minister in 1983. On October 18, 1992, when Abiding Faith Baptist Church was organized, Reverend Horace Price, Sr., was selected as the Assistant Pastor.
Rev. Price has enhanced his ministry by attending the College of Biblical Studies.
As Assistant Pastor and Youth Minister, Reverend Price’s ministry continues to produce. Under his leadership the Youth Department has grown to thirteen ministries, (link) and with the help of the Lord it continues to grow stronger. It is his prayer and desire that others clearly see Jesus shining through him and his ministry.
He is married to his high school sweetheart, Rosemary, and they have two magnificent daughters, Stephanie and Taiam, one chip off the old block, Horace O’Cierre, Jr., and one adopted daughter, Sandra. They also now enjoy their four grandchildren: two Precious Princesses, Dawnyale Elise and Kailey Joyce and two little Princes, Billy Ray, III and Bryce James, and one adopted granddaughter, Ieshia Imani. Willie and Billy, Jr. have also complemented their family unit as spouses to their daughters.
Leadership/Staff
Elders
Pastor Bobby Morgan
Rev. Horace Price, Sr.
Deacon Patrick Harper
Deacon Harold Simmons
Deacon Eugene Stewart
Secretary
Joyce Blackshire
Clerk
Cherina Jones
Business Administrator
Robert Morgan
Building Administrator
Phillip Collins
Treasurer
Eleanor Wilson
Thredrice Jones
James Kelley
Raphael Kelley
J. Melvin Knotts, Jr.
Thredrice Jones
J.C. Lewis
L.M. Logeman
George T. Washington
Michael Whitehead
Deacons
Wird Brown
Morris Chambers
Phillip Collins, Sr.
Samuel Crowell
Henry Daniels
Dewey Evans
Carl Furr
Hermann Gordon
Melvin (Bo) Green
Patrick Harper (Elder)
Shelton Hope
Derrey Horn
Gene Jackson
Emmett Johnson
Monroe O’Quin
Billy Polk
James Scott
Allen Shelton
William Moore (Honorary)
Harold Simmons (Elder)
Charles Spencer
Barry Stephens
Eugene Stewart (Elder)
Hank Stewart
Rufus Turner
Solomon Williams
Wayne Wilson
Alvin White
Kara Hall, Jr., Inactive
Within the life of the Church the role of the Share Group Leader ranks among of the most significant. The Share Group Leader is essential in ministering to members and/or families within the Church by demonstrating an interest in their lives and providing support and encouragement at particular times of need. It is also important because the member is part of the of the Church and wants to feel that they belong to a Christian community.
Each new member and/or family is assigned a deacon who will minister to them. Through the Share Groups, the deacons (and deaconesses) join our pastor and church staff in ministering to the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of each church member and family.
Part of the responsibility of the Share Group Leader is to be a channel of communication, linking people together and keeping them in touch with what is happening in the life of the Church. The Leader also keeps the Pastor informed as to what’s happening in the lives of the members under their specific care.
This is done through the following:
- Keeping in contact with the members of their Share Groups through home visits and telephone conversations.
- Offering support and encouragement to the members and adherents in their pastoral group, particularly in times of special need.
- Supplying the Pastor with news about those in their Share Groups when additional support might be appropriate.
- Witnessing, when appropriate, to an unsaved family member;
- Rejoicing -- with members when they celebrate important events and/or accomplishments.
- Supporting – in times of crisis
- Encouraging – when members are facing difficulties or other times of distress;
- Listening – to concerns; letting members know that they are important to the Church family.
- Praying – without ceasing – in all situations.
Members and families are encouraged to call your deacon (Share Group Leader) at any time you feel the need. If you do not know who your Leader is please call the church office at 281.437.9595.
Share Group Leaders
Allen and Vernice Shelton
Alvin and Brenda White
Barry and Sandra Stephens
Carl and Bridget Furr
Charles and Stella Spencer
Derrey and Moderia Horn
Dewey and Carmelita Evans
Emmet and Margie Johnson
Eugene and Patricia Stewart
Gene and Tina Jackson
Hank and Earnestine Stewart
Harold and Pamela Simmons
Henry and Linda Daniels
Herman and Anita Gordon
Melvin (Bo) and Kathy Green
Monroe O'Quin/James and Patricia Scott
Morris and Barbara Chambers
Patrick and Debbie Harper
Phillip and Mamie Collins
Rufus Turner/Billy and Marian Polk
Samuel and Helen Crowell
Shelton and Rebecca Hope
Solomon Williams
Wayne and Lillie Wilson
Wird and Saundra Brown
Church History
Abiding Faith Baptist Church HistorAbiding Faith Baptist Church History
On October 18, 1992, at Briargate Elementary School, ninety-three (93) faith-filled children of God gathered for the purpose of establishing a new church for God’s service. These were a ?chosen people?—chosen by God to climb to a higher level of praise, worship, and service. This congregation became known as the Abiding Faith Baptist Church. It is only by the resounding grace of God that Abiding Faith has become a beacon light on the corner of Fondren and Independence in Missouri City Texas. It holds membership in the San Felipe Association of Churches in the Coastal Plains Baptist Area. This association of churches strives to equip believers of all ages to do the work of evangelism.
Pastor/Founder Bobby R. Morgan was chosen by God to lead this flock of believers and Reverend Horace Price, Sr., was selected as the Assistant Pastor. As a result of God’s favor, administrators on the campus of the Willowridge High School opened their doors of Ronald E. McNair Auditorium to Abiding Faith and welcomed us in the spirit of love, support and encouragement.
The open charter membership period of our church, October 18, 1992 through November 15, 1992, yielded a membership of 139. Among these were first officers: Deacons Harold Simmons, Wird Brown, Jr., and the late Raymond Roberson. The Church Secretary was Pamela Simmons and Rosalind Amos was Church Clerk. We thank God that sixty-five (65) Charter Members are still serving at Abiding Faith!
For support and assistance in making major decisions concerning the church’s welfare, Elders, composed of Ministers and Deacons were selected by the Pastor. Elders, along with Pastor Morgan and Assistant Pastor Price are Deacons Harold Simmons, Patrick Harper and Eugene Stewart.
In order for any organization to successfully grow, a purpose or purposes must be established; consequently, five (5) purposes of the Abiding Faith Baptist Church were defined: Worship, Reach, Teach, Grow and Serve.
God blessed Abiding Faith to purchase land for a permanent site at 15376 Fondren Road at Independence in Missouri City, Texas. In 1997 the Lord, faithfully and as promised, blessed Abiding Faith with a permanent house of prayer and worship. In grateful appreciation and recognition we have returned to the McNair Auditorium in celebration of our Annual Family and Friends’ Day.
On June 22, 1997, God blessed Abiding Faith to enlarge its physical and spiritual territory and the dedication service was held in the first edifice were Abiding Faith kingdom-builders glorified God as Promise-Keeper. Great is God’s faithfulness! As the church grew, traditional ministries and auxiliaries formed— Sunday school, choirs, usher board, women missionary, brotherhood and youth ministries. Continued growth prompted the need for an additional service.
In May 2000, we began two morning worship services, 7:30 and 10:45. Both events represent stepping stones of growth and development of our purpose-driven church.
In February 2004, a United We Build Campaign was initiated and the congregation boarded the "Faith Train" with pledges for sacrificial giving for the building of a larger sanctuary. We purposed in our hearts to bring the vision of our new sanctuary to reality. Abiding Faith was established as operating on a faith budget; consequently, the physical operation of our church relies strictly on our faith (sacrificial) giving.
On September 11, 2005, the Abiding Faith family marked the site of our present sanctuary with a ground-breaking ceremony. With stakes, bearing a favorite scripture, each family stood on holy ground and symbolically planted a re-commitment to God and to Abiding Faith. Hallelujah! Praise God!
On September 10, 2006, we held a jubilee dedication service in our new sanctuary. Great is God’s faithfulness!
As the church continued to grow, additional fruit-bearing Auxiliaries; Committees, Departments and Ministries were formed:
Auxiliaries: Brotherhood, Ushers and Greeters and Women of Faith;
Committees include: Anniversary Committee, Care Partners Committee, Church Council, Communication, Decoration Committee, Fellowship, Finance, Food Service Committee, Historian, Newsletter Committee; Red Carpet (Marketing Sub-ministry); and Pastoral Care Committee.
Departments include: Education – Baptist Training Union, Bible Study, Children’s Church; G.I.F.T. Academy and Sunday School; Music Department includes: The Music Department includes Mass Choir, Women’s Chorus, Male Chorus, Young Adult Choir, Youth Choir, the Anointed Voices Praise Team and the Audio Visual Ministry.
Abiding Faith Ministries are comprised of: AFEAT - Abiding Faith Evangelistic Action Team (9 sub-ministries); Brotherhood; Christian Challengers'; Deacon's and Deaconess; Drama; Expression of Love; Fit 4 Christ; Health & Wellness Initiative; Marriage, Marketing, Photography; Prayer, Security, Share Group Ministry; Sick & Shut-In, Singles, Sports, Tape, Transportation; University of Faith Ministry; Usher and Greeters, Web Ministry; Young at Heart Ministry.
The publication of our newsletter ?The Abounding Word? created an avenue to keep the church informed and connected.
Share Groups, led by deacons and deaconesses, are means by which each member in our church experiences the love and support of the entire congregation. These leaders assist the Pastor in ministering to the needs of members in their specific groups.
In 2008, according to the words of wisdom from our Pastor spoken on December 30, 1992 as he extended our purpose in our efforts to reach the lost: “God has given each born again believer spiritual gifts, talents and abilities that are needed by the Church.
For our church to function with maximum effectiveness, it is essential that each member uses his gifts, talents and abilities for the good of the body of Christ in our local church and the universal church as well”. And, as a result the Harvester’s Sunday School class, a 12-week evangelism course, was initiated. This course of study prepares and equips Christians in ways that empower them to effectively work out the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ – ?go, teach, constrain?—another of our purposes.
As of September 2008 our total membership was six-hundred and ten (610). Praise God!!
In 2009, two new ministries were added: The Toynelle Bailey Scholarship Committee, and the Junior Drill Team. The Marketing Ministry was also reconstructed. Twenty-5 Share groups are operational. And there are ten (10) associate ministers on our ministerial staff.
In 2010 forty-seven (47) new members united with us, including eleven (11) who were baptized. Our total membership was 665. Growth in both our spiritual and physical body keeps us moving forward to a more intimate relationship with the Almighty God.
In 2011, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, moving even further in realizing the “Serve” purpose, Pastor Morgan was lead to establish an additional ministry—Sick and Shut In, to assist him in nurturing, guiding and providing for the needs of the flock who are unable to (physically) worship with us. Five (5) deacons were ordained and one (1) honorary was designated. This year forth (40) new members were added. Eleven (11) new converts were baptized. Our total membership is 675.
These 19 years have truly been orchestrated and powered by God as we grow and become more like Christ! At every stage of our grace-filled journey and our physical church development, God continues to cultivate the spiritual body as well.
On this special day, we rejoice and give praise to God for His bountiful blessings. We share in our Pastor’s vision and goals of expanding our outreach efforts and as such, we continue to strive to live the creed of the five purposes of our church. Worship – Magnifying His Name; Reach--Sharing the Message of Love; Teach - Equipping God’s People for Ministry; Grow - Developing Christians to Model His Character and Serve - Ministering to the Needs of the Community.
Today we remember the past, celebrate the present and anticipate the future with greater expectations!!
