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United Christian Church
Montgomery
AL
36104-4842
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Who we are
Vision Statement
To see every person at United Christian Church become actively involved in the discipleship of Jesus Christ; so that the church can continue to grow in membership and spread the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ.
Mission Statement
The mission of this congregation is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ in faithful response to God's will and purposes as revealed through Jesus Christ and in the world; to seek in all persons a faith and commitment of which it is a part; to bring the gospel message to bear upon society; to maintain free, and voluntary relationships with the general and regional manifestations of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ); to work cooperatively with Christians in other communions; to seek the oneness of the body of Christ; and in all ways to seek to make known the love of God.
To see every person at United Christian Church become actively involved in the discipleship of Jesus Christ; so that the church can continue to grow in membership and spread the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ.
Mission Statement
The mission of this congregation is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ in faithful response to God's will and purposes as revealed through Jesus Christ and in the world; to seek in all persons a faith and commitment of which it is a part; to bring the gospel message to bear upon society; to maintain free, and voluntary relationships with the general and regional manifestations of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ); to work cooperatively with Christians in other communions; to seek the oneness of the body of Christ; and in all ways to seek to make known the love of God.
Location of worship / Church Address
1116 Edgar D Nixon Ave
Montgomery,
AL
36104-4842
United States
Phone: 334-262-3382
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Church Pastor
La'Rue Smith, Jr.
Minister
1116 Edgar D Nixon Ave
Montgomery,
AL
36104-4842
United States
Phone: 334-262-3382
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Quote of the Day
Nahum 1:7
The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.
The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.
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Disciples of Christ
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La'Rue Smith, Jr.
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Pastor Smith endeared himself to the United congregation and it wasn’t long before the two were committed and Pastor Smith accepted the pastorate of the congregation.
As a leader, Pastor La'Rue has the heart of a servant, the desire to do the will of God and he has a passion to continue to reach those who are lost and in need of a personal relationship with Christ. He is a firm believer of being a student of God’s Word, to “study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15)
Pastor Smith’s roots steep deep in rural Lowndes County, being nurtured in Letohatchee, Alabama. He is a graduate of Calhoun High School and is the eldest of eight children born to La’Rue Smith, Sr., and Adlene Smith.
In 2000, he accepted his calling into the ministry as a member of the New Hope Christian Church Disciples of Christ and shortly thereafter accepted the assignment as assistant pastor under the pastorate of Reverend Howard Jones. He was elected as the pastor of Mount Zion Christian Church of Whitehall, Alabama. He extended his spiritual growth through the PEPP Program with the Alabama Northwest Florida Region and other similar educational tracks. Additionally, Pastor Smith is the 2019 recipient of WMGY Praise 96.5 Pastor of Distinction Award.
Pastor Smith receives balance, love and unyielding support from his dedicated wife of 27-years, Renee, and his daughter, Gabbi and Godson, Timothy.
As a leader, Pastor La'Rue has the heart of a servant, the desire to do the will of God and he has a passion to continue to reach those who are lost and in need of a personal relationship with Christ. He is a firm believer of being a student of God’s Word, to “study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15)
Pastor Smith’s roots steep deep in rural Lowndes County, being nurtured in Letohatchee, Alabama. He is a graduate of Calhoun High School and is the eldest of eight children born to La’Rue Smith, Sr., and Adlene Smith.
In 2000, he accepted his calling into the ministry as a member of the New Hope Christian Church Disciples of Christ and shortly thereafter accepted the assignment as assistant pastor under the pastorate of Reverend Howard Jones. He was elected as the pastor of Mount Zion Christian Church of Whitehall, Alabama. He extended his spiritual growth through the PEPP Program with the Alabama Northwest Florida Region and other similar educational tracks. Additionally, Pastor Smith is the 2019 recipient of WMGY Praise 96.5 Pastor of Distinction Award.
Pastor Smith receives balance, love and unyielding support from his dedicated wife of 27-years, Renee, and his daughter, Gabbi and Godson, Timothy.
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Sunday School 9:00 am
Worship Service - Sunday 11:00 am
Bible Study - Wednesday 6:00 pm
Service Times last updated on the 19th of May, 2023
Sunday School 9:00 am
Worship Service - Sunday 11:00 am
Bible Study - Wednesday 6:00 pm
Service Times last updated on the 19th of May, 2023
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United Christian Church History
In June 1883, H. J. Brayboy, a preacher-trustee from Lowndes County, Alabama, and two other trustees desired to establish a church of the Christian denomination. The church would later become known as Ross Street Christian Church.
On March 29, 1951, Ross Street Christian Church at 15 (430) Ross Street became a corporation. The trustees were authorized to mortgage the church and purchase a parsonage at 116 ½ (730) Stephens Street, Montgomery, AL
Elder E. H. Mason came to pastor the church in 1953 and served until his death on January 31, 1966. Under his leadership the mortgage of the parsonage was paid, an addition to the church was built, pulpit furniture was purchased, and other improvements were made.
In October 1965, Elder C. J. Hinson and a group of members from Ross Street Christian Church decided that a church should be established to reach out to members living on the westside of town. On January 19, 1967 at the home of Frank Hinson, trustees were elected and instructed to file the Declaration of Incorporation. This church was to become Second Christian Church and Elder C. J. Hinson would serve as its first pastor. A house was purchased on Goode Street in Montgomery, Alabama, and services were held there until the church was erected in 1975.
In June 1966 Elder M.C. Knowles became the pastor at Ross Street. During his administration, two rooms were added to the parsonage and he secured pledges to purchase an organ for the church. He served until his death on August 30, 1968.
On September 3, 1971, Elder H. Bruce Bowser was appointed as pastor of Ross Street. He introduced the bus ministry and a van was purchased.
In December 1983, Elder C. J. Hinson, Reverend Phillip Van Rushing, Arthur Hinson, and Willis Jackson discussed plans to merge Ross Street and Second Christian Church. With full support from the members of both congregations, the plan was put into action. In early 1984, a meeting was held and trustees were elected and authorized to file a declaration of incorporation and sell the property of Ross Street Christian Church. The newly joined congregation decided to remain in the Second Christian Church building and give themselves a new name, the United Christian Church.
Reverend Robert L. Brown became the pastor in 1990. Under his leadership, membership increased and the church became more active in the Alabama-Northwest Florida Region of the Disciples of Christ denomination. Pastor Brown remained the pastor until his retirement in the spring of 1998.
Later that year, Pastor Marcus Hunter came to United with a vision to modernize the church. He established and revitalized several programs, especially for the youth.
In 2002, Reverend Shadeed Shareef was appointed as pastor of the church. Many members remember him as caring and compassionate as he always made sure to call and visit our sick and shut-ins. He established several programs including a food pantry.
The current pastor of United Christian Church is Pastor La’Rue Smith, Jr. His hard-working nature has inspired the church to become more active in the region as well as the local community. Under his leadership, the church is being revitalized with a youth Praise and Worship Team and an upcoming transformation project.
On March 29, 1951, Ross Street Christian Church at 15 (430) Ross Street became a corporation. The trustees were authorized to mortgage the church and purchase a parsonage at 116 ½ (730) Stephens Street, Montgomery, AL
Elder E. H. Mason came to pastor the church in 1953 and served until his death on January 31, 1966. Under his leadership the mortgage of the parsonage was paid, an addition to the church was built, pulpit furniture was purchased, and other improvements were made.
In October 1965, Elder C. J. Hinson and a group of members from Ross Street Christian Church decided that a church should be established to reach out to members living on the westside of town. On January 19, 1967 at the home of Frank Hinson, trustees were elected and instructed to file the Declaration of Incorporation. This church was to become Second Christian Church and Elder C. J. Hinson would serve as its first pastor. A house was purchased on Goode Street in Montgomery, Alabama, and services were held there until the church was erected in 1975.
In June 1966 Elder M.C. Knowles became the pastor at Ross Street. During his administration, two rooms were added to the parsonage and he secured pledges to purchase an organ for the church. He served until his death on August 30, 1968.
On September 3, 1971, Elder H. Bruce Bowser was appointed as pastor of Ross Street. He introduced the bus ministry and a van was purchased.
In December 1983, Elder C. J. Hinson, Reverend Phillip Van Rushing, Arthur Hinson, and Willis Jackson discussed plans to merge Ross Street and Second Christian Church. With full support from the members of both congregations, the plan was put into action. In early 1984, a meeting was held and trustees were elected and authorized to file a declaration of incorporation and sell the property of Ross Street Christian Church. The newly joined congregation decided to remain in the Second Christian Church building and give themselves a new name, the United Christian Church.
Reverend Robert L. Brown became the pastor in 1990. Under his leadership, membership increased and the church became more active in the Alabama-Northwest Florida Region of the Disciples of Christ denomination. Pastor Brown remained the pastor until his retirement in the spring of 1998.
Later that year, Pastor Marcus Hunter came to United with a vision to modernize the church. He established and revitalized several programs, especially for the youth.
In 2002, Reverend Shadeed Shareef was appointed as pastor of the church. Many members remember him as caring and compassionate as he always made sure to call and visit our sick and shut-ins. He established several programs including a food pantry.
The current pastor of United Christian Church is Pastor La’Rue Smith, Jr. His hard-working nature has inspired the church to become more active in the region as well as the local community. Under his leadership, the church is being revitalized with a youth Praise and Worship Team and an upcoming transformation project.
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