On the fourth Sunday in July of 1968, the church family was saddened by the death of their beloved pastor. However, still praying for guidance, the congregation voted to elect the energetic and faithful youth pastor.

     Rev. Dr. R. B. Sutton became the leader of the church carrying on the work of his father. Since then the church has been blessed with many new members, and the organization of the church has been strengthened greatly. Due to Rev. Sutton’s leadership and the cooperation of his deacons and trustees, the membership was successful in purchasing additional property on Morehouse Drive and on Spellman Street.

     After much prayer and with faith that our Heavenly Father would provide for our needs, the decision was made to erect a new building. There was a need for a larger sanctuary and the education building for expanding Christian activities, a growing congregation, and a place for training the young people of this community.

     In September 1985, the Red Circle, under the leadership of Mrs. Jessie Akridge, presented the church with the Christian Flag and the United States Flag. These flags have been an appropriate addition to the church sanctuary. The first unit of the church was dedicated and named "The Albert Woodard Fellowship Hall" in honor of the late Deacon Albert Woodard on December 12, 1985. Deacon Woodard served faithfully as a Deacon and as Sunday School Superintendent for many years.

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