1882

Heflin Baptist Church in Heflin, Alabama was established in 1882, becoming one of the earliest churches in Cleburne County.

1884

In June of 1884, N.J. Ross deeded land to the Missionary Baptist Church. The early church building served not only as a place of worship, but also as a private school taught by Civil War veteran W.G. Porter.

1899

Heflin Baptist Church was influential in organizing the Cleburne Baptist Association and is a charter member.

1904

Church records were destroyed by a fire in the T.I. Landers’ store. The first recorded minutes following the fire are dated August 25, 1904. The annual church budget at that time was $195.35.

Early Church Identity

Early records reference several names, including Missionary Baptist Church and Baptist Church of Christ. Over time, the church became known as Heflin Baptist Church, though the exact date of the name change is unknown.

1951

A new church building was constructed to serve the growing congregation.

1967

An educational building and fellowship hall were added, supporting expanded ministries and church activities.

1970s

The sanctuary underwent remodeling, including a new steeple, installation of an Allen organ, and the purchase of a baby grand Baldwin piano. A new pastorium was completed and occupied in May 1979.

2003

A “Together in Faith” campaign led to major renovations and expansion of the sanctuary. Improvements included handicap-accessible facilities, sound system upgrades, stained glass windows, choir area expansion, balcony seating, and a redesigned foyer. All facilities were upgraded to be fully handicapped accessible.

Pastoral Leadership Since 1904

Heflin Baptist Church has been blessed with faithful pastoral leadership throughout its history. Pastors who have served since 1904 include:

• J.R. Stogdill (1904)
• John A. Scott (1905)
• C.B. Boman (1905–1909)
• John Edwards (1915)
• Tom Roberts (1917–1922)
• H.P. Amos (1924)
• J.J. Haygood (1925)
• W.W. Boswell (1927–1928)
• S.A. Taylor (1929)
• J.F. Ingram (1931)
• H.A. Parker (1935)
• Paul Meigs (1936)
• Roy Niager (1937)
• J. Carson Pritchard (1941–1946)
• Royall Calloway (1946–1948)
• L.C. Allen (1948–1953)
• J.F. Alewine (1953–1957)
• H. Grady Jarrard (1957–1964)
• Don Carroll (1964–1983)
• Wayne Stevens (1984–1994)
• Philip Morris (1995–2013)
• Brent Thompson (2016–Present)

Paul Meigs was the first seminary graduate to pastor Heflin Baptist Church.