Sweet Gum Grove Missionary Baptist Church Welcomes You
About Us
SWEET GUM GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Sweet Gum Grove Missionary Baptist Church is to MAGNIFY the Lord, EMBRACE one another in Christian love and SHARE the gospel within the local and global communities.
OUR MOTTO
"The Church where God gets the Glory and the people are His Story"
OUR HISTORY
In the grove of many Sweet Gum trees located in Caswell County, North Carolina on November 30, 1875, a group of dedicated Christians assembled to begin plans for a church. The church building was completed in 1883. The church was named after its location, Sweet Gum Level and later changed to Sweet Gum Grove. The original church was destroyed by fire in 1891. An old, no longer used church was to continue the Sweet Gum Grove Church's legacy. During the years, our forefathers and mothers have made many changes and renovations and with God's blessings, we have our great church today.
Contact Us
Church Contacts and Addresses
Address:
8609 South NC Highway 119 Mebane, NC 27302
Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 3637, Burlington, NC 27216
Phone Number:
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Pastor's Contact Information
Meet the Pastor
Pastor Paul Thompson
Pastor Paul Thompson
Biography
Rev. Paul Gabriel Thompson Sr. is a second-generation Pastor, who has a heart for God’s people and is one who God has raised up to advance the Kingdom of God. He is known to many as Pastor Paul because he desires to serves God’s people with humility.
Pastor Paul knew from an early age that he was called to preach, but initially didn’t want to answer his calling. However, eventually he found himself needing the Lord and he gave his life to Christ. He started out serving the Lord as a Sunday School Teacher and a volunteer Chaplain at Brighten Gardens Living Facility in Raleigh, NC in 2011.
He was Licensed to Preach in June 2013 at his home church, Sandy Grove Missionary Baptist church in Henderson, NC, where he served as an Associate Minister for 5 years
under his father, Pastor Charles Thompson Sr. Pastor.
Paul Thompson was Ordained by the United Shiloh Missionary Baptist Association in Dec. 2015, and Pastor Thompson went through seminary training at St. Augustine’s University in Raleigh, NC.
Pastor Paul was first called to serve as the Senior Pastor of First Ledge Rock MBC in Durham, NC in March of 2018 and in October 2021, he was favored to become the Senior Pastor of Sweet Gum Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where he currently serves along with his beautiful wife, First Lady Charlene Thompson.
Above all, he is a proud Husband and Father of 3 gifts from God; Cheyenne Janae, Gabriella Nicole, and Paul Gabriel Jr. His heart’s desire is to remain faithful to the work and ministry that God has called him to do and to make a Godly impact in the lives of people and his community.
Monthly Calendar of Events
Bible Study every Wednesday
at 7pm via zoom
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82016830981?pwd=AmaPInlPEPbCFNgqEc3BtlaEyiJjPh.1
Or Dial In;
1-301-715-8592
Meeting ID: 820 1683 0981
Passcode: 078251
Sunday School
Every Sunday morning @8:45am
Worship Service
Every Sunday morning @10:00am
1st Sunday-Youth Sunday
2nd Sunday-2nd Person Sunday
3rd Sunday-Men's Sunday
4th Sunday-Communion Sunday
JUNE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Join us for worship this coming Sunday, June 8th at 10am. This is our 2nd Person, 2nd Sunday so please come out and worship with us and invite your friends, neighbors, and relatives. Sunday School begins at 8:45am.
Our 2025 Graduates will be recognized this Sunday as well as our recipients for the Sweet Gum Scholarship and the HB Brown Scholarship.
Then at 2:00pm, our Senior and Junior Ushers will celebrate their 85th Anniversary. Rev. Mark Webb of the White Oak Grove Baptist Church (Cedar Grove) will be the Guest Speaker, joined by his congregation. Also, his choir will render the music. Our very own Pastor Paul Thompson will be the Master of Ceremony. Dinner will be served right after worship service for those who plan to stay for the program at 2pm.
The Women's Ministry will meet Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 9am in the Fellowship Hall.
VBS will be held June 24th-26th which is Tuesday thru Thursday. Please see details below;
1. Vacation Bible School (VBS) with Burton's Chapel! ☀️
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When: June 24–26, 2025 🗓️
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What: Get ready for "VBS 2025: Faith in Action!" It's going to be an awesome 3-day event filled with excitement 🎉, faith-building activities 🙏, fun 😄, and learning 📖 for everyone!
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Sign-Up: You can register for classes for all ages either through this [link] 🔗 or by using the sign-up sheet in the church foyer.
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Volunteer: Want to help make a difference? We need volunteers in areas like Transportation 🚗, Food Service 🍔, Health & Safety 🩹, and Teaching 🧑🏫. If you're interested, please reach out to Sister Judy Harrelson or Sister Willie Esther Bigelow.
2. Sweet Gum Grove Missionary Baptist Church – 150th Anniversary Photo Collection 📸
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Deadline: Now through July 20, 2025 ⏳ Week 1: Submit photos May 26 - June 1 for time period 2010 - 2025
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What: We're gathering photos to celebrate the church's 150th anniversary! 🥳
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How to Share Your Photo (Choose ONE method):
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Digital: Scan your photo and upload it using our [Google Form ] 💻.
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Physical: Put your photo in an envelope with your name on it and drop it off at the church office ✉️.
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And as always, remember your individual noon day prayer on Friday!
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Our Ministries
If you’re looking for a supportive community of believers who share similar values and want to make a difference in the world, Sweet Gum Grove Missionary Baptist Church is here for you. Our religious ministry programs offer a variety of opportunities to explore your faith and connect with others.
