About MVBC
Church
Just as Jesus Christ came “not to be ministered unto, but to minister...” we accept our responsibility to reach out in evangelistic service to others. The heartbeat of our church is for the unsaved! We faithfully preach the gospel holding steadfastly to Baptist doctrine taught in the King James Bible and support missionary endeavors around the world through prayer and financial giving. Mountain View Baptist Church is an old-fashioned independent Baptist church conveniently located in the upstate of South Carolina off Interstate 85 Exit 83 in the historic town of Cowpens.
church History
Mountain View Baptist Church has been blessed with the steadfast leadership of only two pastors over the past sixty years. This continuity reflects the biblical principle of faithful stewardship, as exemplified in 1 Corinthians 4:2: "Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful."
Pastor Jimmy Robbins faithfully shepherded Mountain View Baptist Church for 40 years, embodying the spirit of a "son of thunder" (Mark 3:17). His unwavering devotion to the Word of God, traditional Bible preaching, the church, and his family was evident. Anointed by God, he was instrumental in leading many into the family of God, living out the exhortation to "be thou an example of the believers" (1 Timothy 4:12). Under his leadership, the current sanctuary was constructed, and the Christian school established, reflecting the principle to "let all things be done decently and in order" (1 Corinthians 14:40). On Sunday morning, July 28, 2002, Dr. Robbins retired. At the conclusion of the 40th anniversary service, following his guidance and the recommendation of the church deacons, the congregation unanimously voted Steven Griffith as the new pastor, adhering to the counsel to "let all things be done with charity" (1 Corinthians 16:14). With God's continued blessing and guidance, the church has maintained an appreciation for the past and developed a vision for the future, striving to "press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 3:14).
Pastor Steven Griffith & Mrs. Lynne Griffith
Our Pastor | Steven Griffith
Pastor Steven Griffith answered the call to preach in 1978 at the age of 18. He pursued three years of biblical instruction at Spurgeon Baptist Bible College in Mulberry, Florida, and Tabernacle Baptist Bible College in Greenville, South Carolina. His pastoral journey began at 21, serving at Eastatoe Baptist Church in Sunset, South Carolina, for one year; Open Door Baptist Church in Easley, South Carolina, for four years; and Galilee Baptist Church in Monroe, North Carolina, for sixteen years. Since 2002, he has been leading Mountain View Baptist Church.
Pastor Griffith and his wife, Lynne, married in 1983, have four adult children—Tiffany, Derek, Phillip, and Bethany—who, along with their spouses, are active members of Mountain View Baptist Church. They are also blessed with nine grandchildren. The Griffith family is deeply involved in serving the Lord, faithfully attending church and sharing a joyful bond with the congregation. Under Pastor Griffith's leadership, the church continues to attract new believers, evangelize the unsaved, and train youth to serve Christ. He is committed to welcoming all visitors, embodying the church's mission to minister to everyone.
Ministries
| Something for everyone
Sunday School
Sunday school classes for all ages offers dedicated teachers presenting scriptural truth on a weekly basis. Classes range from toddlers to senior adults. The Bible and sound Christian literature form the basis of all instruction. A nursery is available for our youngest members. Frequent class “get-togethers” provide wholesome fellowship and help to form lasting friendships.
Music Ministry
Adult and youth choirs welcome those who enjoy singing. Many members of the congregation sing in a variety of trios, quartets and special groups. Instrumentalists accompany our singers. Those with musical talents are encouraged to participate.
Sowers & Reapers Visitation
Is a church-wide evangelistic outreach ministry. Every second Saturday from April until November our members are visiting neighborhoods in ministry sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Youth Ministries
The youth of the church regularly attend various meetings and camps. Adult chaperoning and supervision are an integral part of any youth activity. Christian activities and fellowship are enjoyed in our gymnasium and on our baseball field. Special “youth revivals” are held specifically to minister to the teenagers. Our youth are challenged to live dedicated Christian lives.
Senior Adult Ministries
Mindful of advancing age and possible loneliness, we bring our seniors together for times of fellowship, shopping, restaurant excursions and church meetings. The senior adults who are physically able are involved in everything at Mountain View.
World-Wide Missions
Believing the ‘great commission’, Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8, is given to the church, we endeavor to send the gospel around the world. Through prayer and consistent financial giving, we support home and foreign missions.
Safety Team
We live in an unpredictable and sometimes volatile world. We have a trained security/safety detail who diligently serve at every church gathering to ensure the safety and security of each attendee.
June Jubilee
June Jubilee-An annual meeting held the first of June. Old-fashioned worship, singing and preaching for approximately 2 1/2 days. Special guest preachers and guests from many places attend. We enjoy worshipping together in church and are blessed with outstanding preaching. Fellowship follows in our spacious dining hall with delicious home-cooked meals.
Mountain View Christian Academy Is a fully staffed educational facility that provides quality academic instruction in a Christian atmosphere, offering four-year old kindergarten through twelfth grade. The Academy is founded upon the authority of the Word of God and emphasizes the fundamentals of the Christian faith. Enrollment is open to members and non-members.
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