About Us

A few words about us

Beth-el Missionary Baptist Church is located in Starkville, Mississippi. It is the largest African-American church in the area and was founded in the Leak Creek community in 1880.

Church leadership and vision

  • The church’s new sanctuary was dedicated on January 15, 2017, under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Brand.
  • Its vision is guided by faith in Jesus Christ and focuses on community involvement and ministry.

Ministries and services

The church offers a variety of programs for spiritual growth and community outreach:

  • Deacon Ministry
  • Trustee Ministry
  • Laymen Ministry
  • Deaconess Ministry
  • Mother’s Ministry
  • Marriage Ministry
  • Women’s Ministry
  • Young Matron Ministry
  • Music Ministry
  • Media Ministry
  • Usher Ministry
  • Greeting Ministry
  • Food Ministry
  • Transportation Ministry
  • Pastor’s Aid Ministry
  • Outreach Ministry
  • Young Adults
  • College Ministry
  • Youth Ministry
  • Sunday School
  • Nurturing Baptist Churches
  • Membership Ministry
  • Announcement Clerk
  • Bible Study

Contact and accessibility

Location: 1766 MS Highway 182 West. Starkville, MS 39759.
Phone: (662) 324-0071.
Website: beth-elmbc.org.

Accessibility: The church has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, and restroom.