North Church of God celebrated its 95th anniversary with community members
Praji Ghosh
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –North Church of God was celebrating its 95th anniversary on Sept. 14, with a cookout, inflatables and games.
From bounce houses to backyard games, the event was packed with family-friendly fun, kicking off at 11 a.m. and rolling into a potluck picnic by 12:30 pm.
“Its my home church and I just think its important to celebrate this day with our church family. There’s a potluck and we will have a little luncheon since we have the tent set up,” Max Haywood, community member said.
Haywood has been part of the congregation for eight years, joining alongside his wife and parents.
He shared how the church began humbly in an office building, started by Pastor David and Carrier, with his sister Carrie among the first members.
“So me and my family congregated here eight years ago to be with them and we have been going strong since then,” Haywood said.
While kids bounced around in inflatable playhouses, adults caught up with friends and neighbors, soaking in the sense of community that’s been growing for nearly a century.
Aubree Drake, another member of the church, said she was especially excited about the speakers who shared stories from the church’s rich history.
“There’s something so special about community and coming together with other people especially because now more than ever it can be a lonely place and having a church family helps in that,” Drake said.
Looking ahead, Drake said she’s eager to see what the next 95 years hold—not just for the church, but for the entire community.
The message from the congregation was clear: everyone is welcome, everyone belongs, and no one should feel alone.