Welcome to New St. Hurricane Baptist Church, a pillar of faith and community since 1856. Founded by Negro slaves and their plantation owners, our church's history is deeply rooted in resilience and unity. After the abolition of slavery, the church was moved by former slaves to its current location at 3319 S. Ohio Street in Pine Bluff.
Under the leadership of Reverend Albert King, who served for 48 years, the church grew and was renamed in 1976. Reverend Lorenzo Jones, III, elected in 1988, led the church through phenomenal growth, resulting in a modern $2 million structure. Since 2014, Reverend Derick Easter has guided us in increased discipleship, building a state-of-the-art children and youth center, fitness park, and community outreach center. We are dedicated to meeting our member's and community's spiritual and physical needs. Join us in our mission of embracing salvation and service.
In 2017, we proudly opened the doors to the Hurricane Hype Center, a 25,000 sq ft state-of-the-art facility dedicated to serving our children and youth. The center features dedicated spaces for high school, middle school, and elementary students, including a full gym and a versatile multi-purpose room ideal for banquets, movies, and various events. Additionally, the center boasts an adult lounge, fitness center and multi-use classrooms to accommodate a range of activities. We host a variety of afterschool and summer programs, coding clubs, and other valuable services designed to enrich and support our community.
In 2022, we expanded our commitment to serving the community by constructing the Hurricane Outreach Distribution Center. This facility is dedicated to distributing goods and commodities to bless our community, aligning with our mission of Embracing Salvation and Service. Through the Outreach Center, we aim to provide essential support and resources to those in need, further extending our reach and impact in the community. Like the New St. Hurricane Facebook Page to stay informed about our various outreach initiatives through the Outreach Distribution Center.
The Hurricane Fitness Park, spanning 1.5 acres, is a premier outdoor facility designed to promote health and wellness for all ages. Equipped with both adult and youth fitness equipment, the park features a walking track, a pavilion, six-station putting holes, and a green space perfect for outdoor games and activities. This vibrant space is dedicated to fostering an active and healthy community. The Hurricane Fitness Park is open every day from 6am till dark.