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Second Baptist Church (1892) Perth Amboy, NJ

Second Baptist Church owes its inception to a nucleus of 35 African Americans who, in 1892, were members of the predominately White congregation of First Baptist Church, then located on Fayette Street in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. As history would have it, the founders were forced to establish a separate church.  This group of worshippers expanded with the city’s growth and in 1901, established a mission at 315 Front Street.

In 1904, the church purchased a half-block of Broad Street land, complete with a 350-seat brick church and a rectory. A vacant lot for parking was acquired shortly thereafter.  With ever-increasing membership, a few years later the Broad Street church property was improved and expanded. Additionally, a new parsonage was erected next door to the church.

Over the 98-year history of Second Baptist Church, 12 pastors have navigated the course of the progressive institution.  In October 1983, the Bishop Donald Hilliard, Jr., was called to serve as senior pastor.

(SOURCE:  SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH)

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