ABOUT US
 
 WELCOME TO EAST MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH!

 As a growing community of faith, our mission is to unite in Christ and reflect His love and grace in all we do. We come together from diverse backgrounds and experiences, bound by our shared commitment to worship, grow, and serve in Jesus’ name.

At EMBC, you’ll find a vibrant church family dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and building meaningful relationships. We offer a range of ministries designed to support and enrich every stage of life, from children to adults. Our calendar is filled with engaging events and activities throughout the week, providing opportunities for fellowship, service, and learning.

Join us as we seek to live out the love of Christ, connect with one another, and make a positive impact in our community. Discover how you can be a part of our journey and experience the difference of being one in Christ.
 

OUR HISTORY 

 
East Mountain Missionary Baptist Church has a rich and storied history that began on September 16, 1911. On that memorable day, a devoted group of twenty-three men, women, and children gathered with a shared vision and commitment to establish a new church. After a heartfelt time of prayer and reflection on Scripture, they elected Bro. F.G. Roark as the first pastor and S.Y. Tuttle as the clerk, marking the official founding of our beloved church community.
 
The journey of East Mountain Missionary Baptist Church has seen remarkable resilience and growth. In 1925, the original building was devastated by a fire. Undeterred, the church community rallied together, and with the help of generous volunteers, a new structure was quickly constructed. In those early days, baptisms were conducted in the serene waters of Charlie Shelton’s pond, reflecting the deep spiritual commitment of the congregation.
By 1934, the church had erected a new brick building, symbolizing a new era of growth and stability. That same year, the church proudly joined the Southern Baptist Convention, affirming its commitment to broader Baptist principles and community.
Throughout the years, our church has continued to flourish and expand. By February 1945, the Sunday School enrollment had impressively grown to 178, a testament to the vibrant and expanding faith community that has been the heart of East Mountain Missionary Baptist Church.
 
Today, East Mountain Baptist Church stands as a thriving and dynamic congregation. Our facilities have expanded to include a modern worship center, state-of-the-art classrooms, a fully equipped gym, and dedicated areas for children and youth. We are a regional church, welcoming families from across East Texas, and our ministry continues to grow with various programs and events throughout the week.
 
Our mission remains steadfast: to honor God, grow in faith, and serve our community with love and dedication. Join us as we continue to build on our rich heritage and look forward to what God has in store for our future.
 
 
We as a church subscribe to the “Baptist Faith and Message” as adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention in 2000. If you would like to know more about this click the link below.
 
 
 
 

EMBC Foundational Beliefs

 

1. Authority of Scripture We believe the Bible is the ultimate authority in all matters of faith and practice. It is inspired by God and is our guide for living.

  • 2 Timothy 3:16: “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.”

2. Salvation by Grace Through Faith Salvation is a gift from God received through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not by our own works.

  • Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”

3. Believer’s Baptism We practice baptism by immersion for those who have made a personal profession of faith. It symbolizes the believer’s identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

  • Romans 6:4: “We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”

4. Priesthood of All Believers Every Christian has direct access to God and is called to minister to others. There is no need for a human intermediary.

  • 1 Peter 2:9: “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.”

5. Autonomy of the Local Church Each church is self-governing and free from external control. Members make decisions collectively and are responsible for their own ministry.

  • Acts 14:23: “When they had appointed elders for them in every church, with prayer and fasting they committed them to the Lord in whom they had believed.”

6. The Lord’s Supper We observe the Lord’s Supper as a symbolic act of remembering Christ’s sacrifice and celebrating His new covenant.

  • 1 Corinthians 11:24-25: “And when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, ‘This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.’”