Welcome to Holmes Chapel
Presbyterian Church (USA)
527 East McCloy Street
Monticello, AR 71655
870-367-9421 (phone)
870-367-9421 (fax)
holmeschapellife@sbcglobal.net (email)
Reverend Dr. Alford Branch, Pastor (wife,Rutha)
Youth Minister, Martiz Scott (wife, Cheryl)
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WHO ARE WE?
The Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church began in 1888 as Second Presbyterian Church with 12 members and their first pastor, Rev. Charles Mebane of Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1891, the church was renamed Holmes Chapel in honor of Ms. Mary Holmes who worked hard to raise over $2000.00 to help build a school for youth called the Monticello Academy because school classes were held in the church during the week. The church and school were located on the southwest corner of the intersection of South Gabbert and East Jackson streets. The school consisted of an auditorium, dormitory rooms, and living quarters for the pastor and teachers. The school had 190 students by 1910. In 1926 the church and school were moved north of Monticello on North Gabbert street on sixteen acres of land. In 1926, the church and school were moved to the church's present location and was responsible for providing the best education for Black people during that time. Due to the depression, the Monticello Academy declined in student enrollment and was forced to close in 1933. The church remained a viable part of the community and continues to serve the community of Monticello with a high sense of energy and interest in the education and welfare of people, the youth in particular. On July 11, 1971, a new brick church was built during the pastorate of Rev. Y.C. Jordan. On September 5, 1996, a new sanctuary was erected on the east side of the old sanctuary. In August of 2002, a family life center was completed and named the "Ethel Hawkins Christian Family Center", after Mrs. Ethel W. Hawkins who made many financial contributions to the church over many years. The Hawkins Center serves its community in many ways. The church has had nine pastors which includes the current pastor, Rev. Dr. Alford Branch.
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A Message from the Pastor and Wife
The year, 2007, marks 24 years of our engagement in ministry at Holmes Chapel. They have been challenging and fulfilling years of positive excitement as we have seen what God has done because of the faith of many people. During those 24 years, we have learned that a church does not grow spiritually, numerically, physically, and socially without members who are willing to follow and cooperate with pastoral leadership. The membership of Holmes Chapel has supported us with their prayers and has trusted that God was leading us in the way He wanted them to go. Thanks, members, for your trust in us as your leadership team. We have tried to serve Holmes Chapel with energy, faithfulness, integrity, and vision as God directed our path.
There is still much to be done in our community as we will need the same commitment of prayers and fellowship as we have had in the past years. God continues to lead this church beyond its walls with relevant ministry that makes a difference in the Monticello community and beyond. We are excited to see where God leads us in future ministry that will touch the lives of people as we seek to become His "good and faithful servant". As we seek to be a servant, we will achieve our goal to become M.A.D. (Making a Difference).
Pastor & Mrs. Branch
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For prayer and other concerns email Pastor Branch at alfordbranch@yahoo.com
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CHRISTIAN GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church is to: love both God and man, worship in spirit and in truth, declare the gospel, equip the saints, promote unity through fellowship, use our collective gifts to share and care for others.
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- Sundays:
Worship Services 8:30a.m. and 11:00a.m.
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
- Wednesdays:
Prayer Meeting 5:30p.m.
- Wednesdays:
Bible Study 6:00p.m.
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