ABOUT US

About Us Updated Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, Texas, established in 1863, is a historic congregation dedicated to spiritual growth, community outreach, and transforming lives through faith. The church offers diverse ministries, including men's, women's, young adult, and children's programs, along with initiatives like feeding the homeless and food distribution. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, Zion Baptist Church serves as a spiritual home for individuals and families seeking a deeper connection with God.

 

The church actively engages with the community through collaborations with local organizations, fostering unity and support. Worship services are held on Sundays, with options for in-person and online participation, providing a space for worship, prayer, and fellowship. Through its mission and vision, Zion Baptist Church continues to positively impact the lives of its members and the surrounding community.

WHO WE ARE

OUR MISSION

To inspire the awareness and accountability of the righteousness of God to both believers and nonbelievers by building the Kingdom of God through enriching, equipping, and instructing to impact the world and empower all mankind.

OUR VISION

To discipline and transform lives, through the “Five-Fold Ministry” that reflects the Kingdom of God.

OUR BELIEFS

DEVELOP THE LOVE

IMPLICATIONS OF YOUR WORK

IMPLICATIONS OF THE SPIRIT'S WORK

THE HUMANITY OF THE CHRIST

KINGDOM BUILDER

OUR HISTORY

Zion Baptist Church was organized in 1863. The community consisted of a small settlement of about 20 families. It was God’s plan to organize a Baptist Church in Rowlett, Texas. As the church’s membership grew to nearly 100, Zion bought her first plot to build a new facility in 1905. For the next 61 years, many great pastors served faithfully at Zion.

 

In 1966, Rev. George Jackson, Jr. accepted the position of Pastor at Zion. He, and his wife, Sis. Hattie King Jackson, served faithfully for 32 years. Under Pastor Jackson, Zion expanded by adding a church bus, another building with classrooms, a baptismal pool, kitchen and dining room. In July 1998, God touched the heart of his servant, Pastor George Jackson, to appoint a successor: Sr. Pastor Dayvid L. Griggs, Jr., along with his wife, Rev. Renita Griggs. Pastor Griggs continues leading a growing flock of believers dedicated to the building of God’s Kingdom.

 

In 2024, Zion Baptist Church will celebrate her 161st Church Anniversary. To God Be the Glory, as Zion continues to press toward the mark of the prize of the high calling through the saturation of God’s word throughout the community and world.

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OUR IMPACT

Our Impact Reports provide a clear and heartfelt look at how Zion Baptist Church is living out our mission. With detailed updates by quarter and annually, these reports highlight the lives touched, partnerships strengthened, and ministries growing through service, faith, and generosity. See how your support is making a lasting difference—one quarter at a time.

OUR SENIOR PASTOR

Pastor Dayvid Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Dayvid L. Griggs Jr.

Senior Pastor

Senior Pastor Dayvid L. Griggs Jr. has been leading Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, Texas, since 1998, following the 32-year tenure of Rev. George Jackson Jr. Under Pastor Griggs' leadership, the church has continued its mission of spiritual growth and community outreach, emphasizing the "Five-Fold Ministry" to reflect the Kingdom of God. He and his wife, Rev. Renita Griggs, have been instrumental in expanding the church's ministries and fostering a welcoming environment for all congregants. Pastor Griggs has also been active in interfaith collaborations, working with neighboring churches to serve the community through food distributions and service projects. His dedication to faith and service has made a significant impact on both the church and the broader Rowlett community.

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Our leadership team is responsible for equipping the saints for the work of ministry through spiritual operations (preaching & teaching).

John Hughes Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Rev. John Hughes

Associate Minister

Rome Pettway Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Rev. Rome Pettway

Associate Minister

Lenny James Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Rev. Lenny James

Associate Minister

Chris Turner Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Rev. Curtis Turner

Associate Minister

Renita Griggs Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Rev. Renita Griggs

Associate Minister

Natalie McMillian Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Natalie McMillian

Evangelist

Elois Williams Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Elois Williams

Evangelist

OUR PASTORAL CARE 

Our Deacons and their wives are responsible for the spiritual and physical care and welfare of the church body.

Douglas Belk Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Douglas & Kim Belk

John Bess Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

John & Pamela Bess

Bell - Counts

Titus Brown Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Titus & Mae Brown

Davis – Fuqua

Sam Evans Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Sam & Kim Evans

Gambrel – Heard

Allen Mathis Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Allen & Joanne Mathis

Johnson – Kemp

Mathel Miller Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Mathel & Mae Miller

Kennedy – Mathis

Mike Popoola Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Mike & Tracey Popoola

Morrison – Perryman

Keith Randall Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Keith & Lisa Randall

Pettway – Robison

Terry Smiles Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Terry & Anita Smiles

Edgar Swait Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Edgar & Yonetta Swait

Rogers – Sims

Theo Tanner Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Theo & Bridgitte Tanner

Smith – Swearinger

Drexter White Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Drexter & Taminisha White

Tanner – Wilkins

Robert Willis Updated Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Robert & Sandra Willis

White – Young

Deon Wilson Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, TX

Deon & Yolanda Wilson