Welcome to Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church
Services
Join us for our weekly services, where we come together to worship, learn, and grow.
Sunday Worship Service: Every Sunday at 10:00 am - Main Sanctuary
Sunday School (for all ages): Every Sunday at 8:45 - 9:45am - Upstairs Classrooms
Wednesday Prayer Meeting: (7:00 pm) and Bible Study (7:30 pm) - Fellowship Hall
Thursday Noontime Bible Study: 12 noon - Fellowship Hall
Ministries
Discover the various ministries at Rising Star and find out how you can utilize your gifts in our church community, from volunteering to joining a small group. We welcome everyone to come as they are and get connected.
Youth On The Move
Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church has a vibrant youth department focused on fostering spiritual growth. We provide an inclusive environment where young members can explore their faith, build friendships, and develop leadership skills through engaging programs, Bible study, and community service projects. Our dedicated leaders mentor and inspire the next generation, empowering them to make a positive impact in their communities and shine brightly on their spiritual journeys.
Meet Our Pastor
Pastor Reginald M. Taylor
Pastor Reginald M. Taylor, the inspiring leader of Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church, brings over 31 years of impactful ministry experience. Renowned for his powerful and dynamic preaching, he has excelled in various leadership roles, including Sunday School Teacher, Bible Class Teacher, and Choir Director. Pastor Taylor's dedication to his calling is matched only by his pride in being a devoted father to his son, Peyton.
Pastor Taylor's ministry is grounded in 1 Corinthians 3:11: *"For no man can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ."* His vision for Rising Star is to continue "Building on the foundation, which has already been laid," while fulfilling the church’s missionary purpose.
At 19, Pastor Taylor accepted his call to ministry under his uncle, Pastor Bartholomew Orr. He joined Rising Star as an Associate Minister in 1997, was ordained in 2014, and became the church's fourth pastor in 2023. He encourages everyone to trust in God with all their heart (Proverbs 3:5-6) and seek His kingdom first (Matthew 6:33).
Rising Star Ministries (A - L)
Adult Singles Ministry
Adult Singles Ministry
Adult Singles Ministry
COMING SOON!
Associate Ministers
Adult Singles Ministry
Adult Singles Ministry
Mission: Be bearers and proclaimers of the Gospel. Be witnesses and ambassadors for Christ. Be patterns of the glorious truth that God saves sinners and be living examples of God’s mercy. Assist the Senior Pastor in shepherding the people of God in preaching, teaching, witnessing, leading, counseling, ministering, and visitations. These a
Mission: Be bearers and proclaimers of the Gospel. Be witnesses and ambassadors for Christ. Be patterns of the glorious truth that God saves sinners and be living examples of God’s mercy. Assist the Senior Pastor in shepherding the people of God in preaching, teaching, witnessing, leading, counseling, ministering, and visitations. These are individuals who have declared that they have been called and ordained by God to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Bereavement / Repast
Adult Singles Ministry
Bereavement / Repast
The Gathering (Repast) will be held in the Church Gymnasium following the Funeral Service or Memorial. This event is open to family members, out-of-town guests, and our church ministries. Our goal is to provide wholesome meals to the bereaved in a warm and loving environment, where we can offer comfort and support to those who are mournin
The Gathering (Repast) will be held in the Church Gymnasium following the Funeral Service or Memorial. This event is open to family members, out-of-town guests, and our church ministries. Our goal is to provide wholesome meals to the bereaved in a warm and loving environment, where we can offer comfort and support to those who are mourning.
Scripture: Feed the hungry and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon. ~Isaiah 58:10
Brotherhood
Adult Singles Ministry
Bereavement / Repast
Mission: Train and empower the male members of RSMBC to become better and stronger leaders in their homes, communities, and church by teaching and sharing the word of God through monthly lessons and doing outreach mission sessions. We seek an opportunity for the men of RSMBC to become known men of God in the church and their communities.
President: Dea. Marion Ladd
Vice-President: Bro. Cecil Scroggins
Christian Education Ministry
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Christian Education Ministry
Mission Statement: To prepare God’s people for works of services so the body of Christ may be built up. We havve space for all people.
Deacons Ministry
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Christian Education Ministry
Mission: To assist the Pastor in developing the spiritual life of the church congregation; to take care of the business of the church; cooperating with the pastor in visiting members of the church; and assisting in the preparation and administering of the ordinances of the church. Deacons are responsible for advising, supporting, and enco
Mission: To assist the Pastor in developing the spiritual life of the church congregation; to take care of the business of the church; cooperating with the pastor in visiting members of the church; and assisting in the preparation and administering of the ordinances of the church. Deacons are responsible for advising, supporting, and encouraging all congregants in all walks of life as they strive to live their lives in a Christian manner.
~Scripture: Acts 6:1-4
Chairperson: Dea. Eddie Washington
Vice-Chair: Dea. Luskey Degrafinried
Secretary: Dea. Lee Riggins
Treasurer: Dea. Shelwyn Reed
Ministry Advisor: Pastor Taylor
Deaconess Ministry
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Mission Statement: To assist the Pastor in developing the spiritual life of the women and girls of the Church; cooperating with the Pastor and the Deacon Board in visiting members of the Church and assisting in the preparation and administering of the ordinances of the Church. Deaconess advise, help and encourage the young ladies in all w
Mission Statement: To assist the Pastor in developing the spiritual life of the women and girls of the Church; cooperating with the Pastor and the Deacon Board in visiting members of the Church and assisting in the preparation and administering of the ordinances of the Church. Deaconess advise, help and encourage the young ladies in all walks of life as they strive to walk in a Christian manner.
Chair: Flora Young
Vice Chair: Jo Ann Fitts
Ministry Advisors: Dea. Eddie Washington
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Enduring Faith (Young Adults Ministers)
Mission Statement: Is about developing a deep personal relationship with God and teaching vital life that prepares young people with the tools to cope with life challenges. We are hopeful that Enduring Faith Young Adults Ministry will be the cornerstone for Young Adults to thrive in self-awareness, perseverance, leadership, creativity, an
Mission Statement: Is about developing a deep personal relationship with God and teaching vital life that prepares young people with the tools to cope with life challenges. We are hopeful that Enduring Faith Young Adults Ministry will be the cornerstone for Young Adults to thrive in self-awareness, perseverance, leadership, creativity, and love while seeking their destiny. And a willingness to be positive change agent in this world by possessing a Christ-like mind and spirit.
Faith To Be Healthy
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Mission: The Goal of FTBH is to plan, coordinate, and implement a program that will address lifestyle changes, raise awareness and provide education that will empower members and the community to act to become spiritually, physically and mentally healthy. “ The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord”
~Psalm 37: 23a
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Mission: Empowered by faith, our Family Ministry (Member Care) Team is dedicated to fostering a loving and supportive community within our church family. Comprising Ministers, Deacons, and Deaconesses, our mission is to cultivate a sense of belonging, spiritual growth, and mutual care among all members.Guided by the principles of compass
Mission: Empowered by faith, our Family Ministry (Member Care) Team is dedicated to fostering a loving and supportive community within our church family. Comprising Ministers, Deacons, and Deaconesses, our mission is to cultivate a sense of belonging, spiritual growth, and mutual care among all members.Guided by the principles of compassion and service, we strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, heard, and supported on their spiritual journey.
Members: Pastor Reginald M Taylor and RSMBC Ministers, Deacons, and Deaconess.
Feeding the Hungry
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Feeding the Hungry
To have compassion for and provide food for the unhoused people of our community. We visit the unhoused and provide prayer, food, and clothing.
Scripture: '35 for I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink; I was a stranger and you took Me in; 36 I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I w
To have compassion for and provide food for the unhoused people of our community. We visit the unhoused and provide prayer, food, and clothing.
Scripture: '35 for I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink; I was a stranger and you took Me in; 36 I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I was in prison and you came to Me.’ ~Matthew 25:35-36
Lead: Deac David Green
Greeters Ministry
Family Ministry (Membership Care)
Feeding the Hungry
Mission: We strive to greet every man, woman, boy and girl with a handshake, hug or kiss, and a warn friendly smile. As the first representative of our Church and Pastor, we want everyone to feel the joy, love and peace of Jesus Christ as they enter our doors.
Scripture: Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that so
Mission: We strive to greet every man, woman, boy and girl with a handshake, hug or kiss, and a warn friendly smile. As the first representative of our Church and Pastor, we want everyone to feel the joy, love and peace of Jesus Christ as they enter our doors.
Scripture: Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angles without knowing. Hebrews 13:2 (NRSV)
President: Alice VanRoss
Vice President: Shamecca Davis
Secretary: Shamecca Davis
Rising Star Ministries (M - Z)
Multimedia Ministry
New Members Ministry
Multimedia Ministry
Mission: To enhance the worship experience and the understanding of the Holy Word through the use of sound, graphics, imagery and video in a manner that is pleasing to God.
Scripture: I Corinthians 15:58
Director: Jeff Legins
Lead: George Vaughn
Lead: James Bell
Lead: Brenda Melons
Ministry Advisor: Dea. Charles Flax
Music Ministry
New Members Ministry
Multimedia Ministry
Mission: Proclaiming the word of God in a manner that’s pleasing to Him, glorifies Him, is appealing to His people and presented through hymns, dance and spiritual songs, Psalms 47:6-7
Music Ministry Components
Instruments of Praise
Jes Prayze
Male Chorus
Mass Choir
Mime Team
New Members Ministry
New Members Ministry
New Members Ministry
Mission: Assist New Members to become part of the body at Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church. We provide information to empower them for the service of Ministry, thus enabling a sense of belonging, and helps the New Member to become actively involved in a ministry for God’s Kingdom building.
According to Paul, being a ’member’ of the
Mission: Assist New Members to become part of the body at Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church. We provide information to empower them for the service of Ministry, thus enabling a sense of belonging, and helps the New Member to become actively involved in a ministry for God’s Kingdom building.
According to Paul, being a ’member’ of the church means being a vital organ of a living body… ’So in Christ we though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the other.’ Romans 12:5 NIV.
Pastor's Aid
New Members Ministry
New Members Ministry
Pastor’s Aid commits to uplift and support the Pastor and his family- in prayer, finances, along with encouraging words and actions.
President: Deaconess Carolyn Degrafinried
Vice-President: Sis. Fairy Hanley
Secretary: Sis. Andrea Lewis
Treasurer: Sis. Shirley Grayson
Ministry Advisor: Sis. Cora Hampton
Prison Ministry
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Security Ministry
Mission Statement: Under the direction of God’s will, and the Pastor of RSMBC, the mission of the Jail Ministry is to effectively and respectfully share and/introduce the good news to those individuals who are incarcerated. This ministry is dedicated tofulfilling the spiritual life of these individuals as well as preparing them for re-entry back in the community. Matthew 28: 18-20
Security Ministry
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Security Ministry
Mission Statement: The purpose of the Security Ministry is to provide and promote a safe and peaceful environment for all who attend Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church.
Scripture: Ephesians: 6-10,11
Director: Deacon Alton Smith
Senior Ministry
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Seniors coming together exhibiting Christian love and support, Christian recreational and social activities and senior-specific educational programs that inform and educate those within the church and the community.
President: ??
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Spiritual Stars Women's Ministry
Mission Statement: Provide a formal structure of kingdom building, which will reflect God first in the lives of women.
President: Sis. Lilli Fox
Sunday School Ministry
Sunday School Ministry
Sunday School Ministry
Mission: Teach the undivided word of God through sound doctrine. Promote an atmosphere that fosters spiritual knowledge of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Teaching the truth both in season and out of season, “for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, and for the edifying of the body of Christ. ” Ephesians 4: 11-16.
Director: Dea. Marion Ladd
Trustee Board
Sunday School Ministry
Sunday School Ministry
Mission: To handle financial matters of Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church with integrity, accountability, and stewardship in service to God and the congregation.
"Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful." ~ 1 Corinthians 4:2 (NIV)
Chair: Carla Ladd
Vice Chair: Tempa Graves Jones
Secretary: Alice Rasberry
Email contact: trustees@risingstarmbc.org
Usher Board Ministry
Sunday School Ministry
Usher Board Ministry
Mission: To be an usher exhibiting a Christ-like spirit. Philippians 2:1-5
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23-24 NKJV
President: Sis. Isabelle Ray
Vice-President:
Secretary: Sis. Eil
Mission: To be an usher exhibiting a Christ-like spirit. Philippians 2:1-5
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23-24 NKJV
President: Sis. Isabelle Ray
Vice-President:
Secretary: Sis. Eileen Burnley
Asst. Secretary: Sis. Andrea Lewis
Treasurer: ??
Asst. Treasurer: Sis. Isabelle Ray
Chaplains: Deacon James Means
Youth Counselors: Sis. Isabell Ray (Head)
Van Ministry
Sunday School Ministry
Usher Board Ministry
Mission: To transport members who are in need of a ride to and from the Church, and when the Pastor goes to speak at other churches. To be kind and friendly, and give help to those who need it.
"Not with eye service, as men pleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart." ~Ephesians 6:6
Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry Leaders
Youth Pastor: Rev. Dr. John Quick
Activity Director/Secretary/Finance: Sis. Janice Quick
Asst. Secretary: (vacant)
Activities Committee: Sis. Ashley Hill, Sis. Joan Hughes, Bro. Richard Reese
Fruit of the Spirit: Sis. Lilli Fox
Hallelujah High Steppers/Mime Team: Sis. Tahasha Wilbon, Sis Ashley Hill
Youth Minister of Music/Pianist: Bro. Karl Davis
Youth Organist: Bro. Link Young
Bass Guitarist: Bro. Oscar Allen
Keyboardist: Sis. Elesia Marchman
Percussionist: Bro. Ramiree Quick
Youth Choir Director: Sis. Challona Coleman
Youth Choir Mentors: Sis. Terri Graham, Deaconess Glenda Coleman,
Sis. Alice Spencer, Sis. Tearyn Guillory, Sis. Kreda McCullough, Deaconess Marilyn Shelton
Youth Church Teachers:
Sis. Jeanette Early, Sis. Melissa Hughan (Ages 4-6)
Sis. Patricia Tanner (Ages 7-9)
Sis. Angela Davis, Sis, Alice VanRoss (Ages 10-12)
Bro. Richard Wynn (Ages 13 & up)
Youth Shoebox Ministry: Sis. Lilli Fox, Sis. Alice Spencer
Youth New Members Class: Rev. Dr. John Quick
(Every 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Sundays 8:45am – 9:45am)
Youth Staff Members:
Sis. Martha McClendon, Deacon Brian Ferguson, Sis Gwen Marsh
Youth Trustee: Deacon Jasper Armstrong
Youth Ushers (Senior Leaders): Sis. Eileen Burnley, Deacon James Means, Sis. Isabelle Ray, Sis. Marie Johnson
Youth Wednesday Night Bible Study Teachers
(Ages – 5-9) Sis. Chandra Wilson, Sis. Jacquelyn Wilson
(Ages 13 & Up) Rev. Dr. John Quick