The Norwood Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church had its beginning under the name of the Perry Boulevard Baptist Church. The Perry Boulevard Baptist Church was organized by the Rev. Ralph Frank Norwood and seven (7) people in the home of the Rev. and Mrs. Harry Young on July 17, 1955. This young church began to make steady and immediate progress. The church purchased a two-room house on Main Street (Riversite) in which to hold worship services and set up a monthly budget by which it began to operate. In January 1956, the church purchased the lot where the old church was located and began to erect the first church building in January 1957.
This group of dedicated Christians continue to move forward in the name of Jesus, the Christ. Because of their efforts, the Perry Boulevard family was able to purchase a church bus in 1960 and two additional buses in 1962. Shortly thereafter, the Church purchased two lots adjacent to the old church. We now worship on that same spot of ground. The present edifice was erected and the worship service was held on the first Sunday of June 1971.
At Norwood Tabernacle Baptist Church, love is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by the love of Christ, we are committed to serving one another, strengthening families, uplifting our community, and creating a welcoming place where everyone can grow in faith and purpose.
Our vision is to be a Christ-centered church where people of all generations are welcomed, strengthened in their faith, empowered to discover their God-given purpose, and inspired to make a positive difference in their families and communities.
Our mission is to share the love of Jesus Christ through worship, biblical teaching, prayer, fellowship, and service while equipping believers to grow spiritually and live out their faith every day.
At Norwood Tabernacle Baptist Church, we value faith, love, prayer, unity, spiritual growth, and service. We are committed to creating a welcoming church family where God’s Word guides us, people are valued, generations grow together, and our faith is demonstrated through how we love and serve others.
Norwood Tabernacle Church is a faith-centered community dedicated to spreading the love of Christ through worship, discipleship, and service. Rooted in biblical teachings, we strive to uplift, empower, and connect individuals and families in their spiritual journey. Join us as we grow in faith and impact lives for God’s glory.