Biography of Pastor Willie C. Alford
Pastor Willie C. Alford is the youngest of 10 children born to the late James B. and Mary Jane Alford. Pastor Alford married to the former Nancy "Jackie" Corbett and they reside in Harrells, NC. They are the proud parents of two daughters; Latisha and Willetta and a grandson, Christian Alford.

He received his education in the Sampson County Schools system where he graduated with honors from Union High School in 1973. He was a superb basketball player for which he was offered several scholarships to various universities. During this time his mother became ill and taking care of her was paramount to him. However, in order to do so, he had to give up his scholarship offers.

In 1995 he graduated with honors from Liberty University Bible School in Lynchburg, Virginia. He also attended seminar classes at Shaw University from 1988-1994. Pastor Alford resigned as Youth Counselor Chairperson of KEMBA in January 2003, after serving for over ten years. He completed a twelve month Clinical Pastoral Education Chaplaincy Program from New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) in 2007.

He served as a Board Member for: The Governor's Unmet Needs Committee of Sampson County; The Sampson Emergency Food and Shelter Committee; and the Coastal AHEC Cancer Community Outreach Board in New Hanover County.

Pastor Alford served as one of our associate pastors under the leadership of the late Pastor R. W. Lowe before undertaking the pastorship at Poplar Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He was elected to his role in May 1990. Under his dedicated leadership, PGMBC actualized their vision of a new church in September, 2004. We, the members of PGMBC believe that he is an anointed man of God and a great spiritual leader.

Pastor Trivia

Favorite Scripture: I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. Philippians 4:13

Favorite song: "He Brought Me Through This, He Brought Me Through That"

Favorite Place To Be: Home

Favorite Sport: Basketball

Favorite Color: Black

Motto: If I can help somebody as I pass along this way, then my living shall not be in vain.

Biography of Rev. Jackie Alford
Rev. Jackie Alford is the first lady of Poplar Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Faison, North Carolina where she serves with her husband, Pastor Willie C. Alford. They have two daughters and a grandson.

She is the daughter of Mr. Billy Ray and Rev. Laura M. Corbett of Harrells, NC. Rev. Jackie Alford has three brothers, whom two are pastors; and she has one sister.

Rev. Alford attended and received her education in the Sampson County School System. She attended Sampson Community College. In December 1998, she received an Associate of Theology Degree from Christian Life School of Theology of Fayetteville. In 1995, she graduated from the Institute of Biblical Studies from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia.

She accepted her call to the ministry and preached her initial sermon on December 6, 1998 and was licensed to preach the gospel by Poplar Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She received her ordination certificate on December 10, 2000 from the Kenansville Eastern Missionary Baptist Association.

She loves the Lord and loves serving her fellowman.

Ministers:
Associate ministers are licensed to preach the gospel and assist the Pastor in spiritual development of church members. They must always keep in mind that they are not the Pastor and should in no way ever give pastoral advice to members.

Deacons:
Deacons are servants of the church. They are in charge of the sick and needy members, and also assist the widows and orphans. They are to assist the Pastor in advancing the general interest of the church body.

Office of Trustee:
Trustees are servants of the church also. They are to serve under the leadership of the Pastor and Deacons and governed by the church. Principle function is to serve as legal representatives in transactions related to the church. They should look out for and be responsible for the maintenance and care of the property of the church. The Trustee Ministry should be a Ministry of Teamwork.

Mother's Ministry:
The Mothers are to assist in the care, counseling, spiritual growth and well-being of all female members of the church and to assist in the preparation of Baptism, Holy Communion and serve on the Hospitality Ministry.

Ushers:
They are to help make all who worship with PGMBC comfortable and at home before, during and after all services. They are to serve as members of the Hospitality Ministry.

Hospitality Ministry:
They are to demonstrate hospitality by developing ways to greet members and visitors to make them feel welcome, special and an important part of the worship service.

Singles Ministry:
To teach singles how to live a victorious and fulfilling life through Christ Jesus. Through studies and fellowship, singles learn to live a life pleasing to God. They learn to be complete in Him while unmarried, so they will remain complete in him when they do marry.

Married Couples Ministry:
Provides information, support and fellowship to assist in maintaining the God kind of life and marriage becoming of being a saint of God.

Music Ministry:
Choirs - Choir #2, Combined Choir, Youth Choir, Praise Team
The music ministry is responsible for providing all musical selections for service and special events. Music plays an important part in the worship service. Its purpose is to prepare the atmosphere for the teaching of the Word of God.

Christian Education:
II Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed for a lack of knowledge. The Christian Education Department is to assist and work with the Pastor in implementing a sound church curriculum which disciples its members through teaching, counseling, mentoring, and other discipleship measures.

New Beginners:
PGMBC wishes to celebrate the fornication of new families and stress the importance of families to our community by the rewarding of a gift to newly formed families.

Scholarship:
PGMBC wishes to encourage and support members to get solid educational development, learning and training and to promote members to seek higher degrees of learning.

Sister to Sister:
PGMBC wishes to enhance spiritual growth to develop a deeper relation with God and enhance personal growth and development through women's fellowship.

Laymen League:
PGMBC aides in training of its men and young men to be productive in society as they take the leadership in training and providing for their families, church and community.

Mission:
All Baptists are missionaries and should assist in helping to meet the needs of others.

1. In House
2. Outreach
3. Hospital and Rest Home
4. Jail and Correctional Institutions

Youth:
Provide Christian education, holiday activities, summer activities, a structured environment, safe surroundings and special events for the children of church members and visitors.

1. Adopt a Child

Senior Citizens:
To promote in the aide and fellowship of our senior members through fellowship, visits, outings and lending a helping hand in times of need.

Grief Counseling:
Shares the Word of God and offers comfort and support to families and individuals who have lost loved ones as well as those who are dealing with terminal illnesses and tragedy.

Poplar Grove Missionary Baptist Church is a member of Kemba(Kembahq.com).