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Embracing, Encouraging, and Loving GOD'S People
WELCOME TO
ST. JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH OF LONOKE
MEET OUR PASTOR!
Pastor Byron L. Calhoun, Sr. is a native of Crosset, Arkansas. He is the third child of four born to Jackie and Alma Calhoun. Rev. Calhoun is a product of the Brush Island Community, and a graduate of North Pulaski High School class of 1999. After high school he began his career in Law Enforcement and is now a retired service member of the Army of the United States of America.
Reverend Calhoun was called to Preach as a young man, he accepted the call of God 10 years ago and served on the ministerial staff of King Solomon Baptist Church for 5 years where he was ordained, and in 2010 he was asked to serve as Youth Pastor. In February of 2015, St John Baptist Church of Lonoke elected Reverend Byron L. Calhoun, Sr. as Pastor.
Under his leadership St John has gone through a spiritual healing and has a thriving membership by way of the preached Word. In addition, St John has a sense of spiritual renewal and renewed fellowships with other Churches. Through Pastor Calhoun and the Membership, God certainly has and still is blessing St John Baptist Church. He is married to Santisha and together they have three children: Layla, Kaci, and Byron Jr
LEADERSHIP
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DEACON MICHEAL JONES
Deacon Board Chairman
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MS. ALICE GIVENS
Director of Finance
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WENDELL MOORE, JR
Administrative Assistant
ASSOCIATE MINISTERS
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REV. WENDELL MOORE JR.
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REV. BRODERICK LASTER
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REV. KRISTOPHER JOHNSON
MINISTRIES
As a loving member of St. John Baptist Church of Lonoke, you will soon experience the power of healing through service. Our ministries offer different opportunities for members to give back to the community in honor of Our Savior, who sacrificed so much for us. St. John Baptist Church of Lonoke has a ministry fit for you, whatever your age and stage of life. Read on to find out more!
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MISS LAYLA CALHOUN
Media Ministry
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MS. LATONYA CONWAY
Youth Ministry
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MRS. ELISSA MORRIS
Woman's Ministry
GET TO KNOW US
Committed to Spiritual Enlightenment
St. John Baptist Church of Lonoke is one of the leading congregations in the Lonoke area. We are a vibrant congregation dedicated to serving the spiritual, educational, and cultural needs of the surrounding community. Our Church is deeply rooted in holy words, and our doors are always open to the people who are looking for a place to worship. Contact us, or visit us to learn more about how to become a part of our congregation.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
We are currently not hiring for any position at the moment.
ACTIVITIES
St. John Baptist Church of Lonoke is a church devoted to developing a holy consciousness. We believe that worship is something that can be expressed in everything we do, whether that be nourishing our bodies with food, chatting with friends, playing music, or enjoying nature. Our philosophy is deeply rooted in the Holy Scriptures, life’s only guidebook. Whatever your age, gender or race, there is a special place for you at our Church. We offer members a chance to become part of something greater, to grow their love for God and for one another in our beautiful community. Get in touch today or swing by for a visit.
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PRAYER WORK SHOP
PRAYER WORK SHOP
PRAYER WORK SHOP
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
THE MISSION VISITING THE SICK
WOMAN'S MINISTRY BRUNCH
WORSHIP TIMES
Come Worship with Us!
Sunday School: 9:30am
Sunday Worship: 10:30am
Mid-Day Bible Study: Wednesday's at 11:30am
Youth Practice (Dance) : Wednesday's at 5:30pm
Wednesday Night Bible Study: 6:30pm
Choir Rehearsal: Saturday's at 11:30AM
1 SAMUEL 24:4
"HOW TO BLESS
YOUR ENEMY"
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CHURCH HISTORY
St. John Missionary Baptist Church History
In 1870 the St. John Baptist Church was organized and assembled in the home of Haywood and Emily
Dodson. Disciples were added by the influence of James P. Eagle and Rev. R.B. White. The first framed
structure was a small 16X16 board building and later enlarged to 30x50.
1871 – 1872 Rev Thorton Chatman
1872 – 1908 Rev. Tony Lawson Sr. ~ He helped organized the Men’s Association and State
Convention. Under his administration, Sunday School was organized. In 1908, the Lord
called Rev. Lawson home.
1909 – 1919 Rev. F.T. Williams
1920 Rev. Calvin Moragne
1921 – 1925 Rev. Tony Lawson Jr.
1927 – 1935 Rev. Charles Cole ~ Under his leadership a new church was built.
1936 – 1940 Rev. Napoleon Wardlow
1941 – 1948 Rev. A. Miller
1949 – 1951 Rev. Thomas Watkins
1952 – 1985 Preston Benson ~ During his tenure the church was remodeled in 1964. In 1975 the
church was destroyed by fire. The neighboring churches, Lonoke School Systems, and
Masonic Hall offered their facilities for worship. Services were held at the Lonoke Middle
School cafeteria while the church procured land in Lonoke. Groundbreaking services
were held in 1975. The church reopened their doors December 26, 1976 and dedicated
the new building January 9, 1977. Rev. Benson retired due to health problems on
January 12 th , 1985, and Rev. Julius Dodson led the congregation while the members
were prayerfully seeking a leader.
1985 – 1992 Rev. Esau Watson Jr.
1992 – 1998 Rev. John Strong Jr.
1998 – 2003 Rev. Scipio A. Brown III ~ Under his leadership the church underwent substantial
cosmetic reconstruction.
2003 – 2006 Rev. Early G. Hale Jr. ~ Under his leadership cosmetic reconstruction continued.
2006 – 2008 Rev Julian Lott
2008 – 2014 Rev. DeSean A. Jarrett ~ During his tenure church bylaws and procedure manuals
where updated. Church was able to pay-off reconstruction loan.
2015 - Present Rev. Byron L. Calhoun was sent by God with a vision to progress the church. Pastor
Calhoun has progressed the church technologically and updated choir loft and baptismal
area. We have added The Sandy Donahue Fellowship Hall which is home of the only
Household Pantry in Lonoke County and is used to facilitate youth bible study as well as
city meetings. He has grown our Christian Education department by offering mid-week
lunch and learn small group bible study. Pastor Calhoun’s belief of Faith & Trust in God
validates the chant, “The Best is Yet to Come”.