About us
Union Grove was formed in 1911 by eight charter members who founded the church on basic principles of Missionary Baptist heritage. We continue to function under the principles of the priesthood of the believer (every member has direct access to God), church autonomy, separation of church and state, and democratic, congregational government.
Union Grove observes the ordinances of Baptism and The Lord’s Supper (communion). Our history includes starting a mission in Oak Ridge (now Central Baptist Church), starting a Hispanic mission (now Iglesia Bautista Hispana Union Cross), and being involved in the beginning of Crisis Control Ministries of Kernersville. We are currently affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) and the Women’s Missionary Union (WMU).
Our Core Beliefs
The Scriptures
We believe in the verbal inspiration of scripture and that it has been miraculously preserved as God's word for us today.
Christ
We believe in the virgin birth of Christ. There is one God who manifests Himself in three persons. Jesus was God in the flesh who died for our sins; and is the only way to heaven. The Holy Spirit was sent to indwell in believers.
Salvation
We believe in the vicarious sufferings of Christ. He was the substitute for our sins. Salvation is by grace; not works.
Resurrection
We believe in the victorious resurrection of Christ. He is alive and making intercession for believers today.
Christ's Return
We believe in the visible return of Christ. Believers will go to heaven. Unbelievers will spend eternity separated from God in hell.