Polly Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

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Polly Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

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Church History

 Polly Chapel Missionary Baptist Church has a long and interesting history of Christian service. The church was founded in 1871. The church is located two blocks north of Highway 82 on Spruce Street. It is believed that the original site was several blocks west of the present location on James Street between the properties of the Frazier and Samuel families. The Sanctuary is presently located on property formerly owned by the Barcus Hall Family.

Sister Polly and her daughter, Sister Betsy Payne are credited with organizing the church. In honor of her spiritual insight and faithful service, the church was organized on a site near this present location and named for her. A minister known only as “John the Baptist,” conducted the first service in that church.

Construction of the present edifice began on March 19,1972 and was completed in December 1972 under the pastorate of the late Rev. R.A. McCurry. The church was paid for in four years and eight months. The church mortgage was burned on 

June 26, 1977. 

Many noble ministers and outstanding churchmen have tarried on the hallowed grounds of the Polly Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. During the early years, the exact tenure of each is not known.

Polly Chapel has activities geared to develop and sustain Christian ideals.

Our history is interesting and notes our work from year to year by dedicated persons who love the Lord. Polly Chapel maintains its history of service to the community, state, and nation. The church has a sincere desire to meet the needs of the people and to be a Christian influence as we continue to move forward (EASTWARD) in the Twenty-First Century.


Mission Statement

Our Mission Statement is to equip and empower believers the Bible way through biblical preaching and teaching and to become effective in living God's Word through Christ's example.  Our goals will be accomplished by focusing on the four basic areas of Worship, Evangelism, Discipleship, and Mission.

  • Worship

To provide an atmosphere that initiates praise.  Worship is a response to a perceived presence of God and is one of the most vital functions of the church.  True worship will release the life-changing power of God in our lives.


  • Evangelism

To fulfill Christ's commission to the body to bring men, women, and children to know and accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.  To prepare members of the body to carry out this great task by discipling them through the study and application of His Word in their lives. 


  • Discipleship

To provide ongoing intensive training and support for members to live by God's principles in the Word.  To equip members with practical directions from God's Word.  Discipleship is not an option for a church or believer. The Great Commission states that we are to "teach."


  • Mission

To provide an outreach locally and abroad as God Directs.  To provide assistance with physical needs of the people.  We too must follow this example.

Service Times

Sunday School


8:00 am

Worship Service


9:00 am


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Family Night

Prayer Meeting/Adult Bible Study/ Youth Ministry

6 pm

Staff

Senior Pastor

Administrative Assistant

Church Secretary

Rev. Solomon Phifer

Church Secretary

Administrative Assistant

Church Secretary

 Janice Johnson

Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

 Barbara Scott

Youth Director

Minister of Music

Administrative Assistant

 Daphena Thurston

Minister of Music

Minister of Music

Minister of Music

Brandon Wilkins

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    Polly Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

    2123 Spruce St. Texarkana, TX 75501

    (903) 793-6988

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