Who We Are

Our Story

Poplar Springs Christian Church has been part of this community for more than 150 years. What started as a small congregation gathering in a tent has grown into a church family still faithfully serving the communities along Old Stage Road and beyond today.

Over the decades, faithful members built this church with their hands, their tithes, and their time. Four pastors have led us through growth and change. And through it all, Poplar Springs has remained a place where people of all ages and all walks of life are welcome — exactly as they are.

We’d love for you to come be part of what God is still doing here.

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1871

A tent called Brush Harbor becomes our first place of worship.

Early 1900s

A wooden-frame church goes up near a large poplar tree and a natural spring — and gives the church its name.

1912

Church records from Rev. W.S. Matthews show Poplar Springs affiliated with the North Carolina Conference, eventually becoming part of the Southern District Conference.

1928–1931

The congregation outgrows the wooden church. Members dig the foundation by hand and build the brick building that still stands today as our Fellowship Hall.

1932

Rev. John W. Albright becomes pastor, beginning a 48-year tenure — the longest in church history.

1982

Rev. James W. Morrison takes the helm.

1990

Rev. Alice Umphrey Watson serves as Interim Pastor.

July 1990

Rev. Charles W. Brooks joins as Senior Pastor and continues to lead the congregation today.

Meet Our Leaders

The men and women who serve Poplar Springs bring decades of faith, dedication, and love for this community.
We are grateful for their leadership and their commitment to God’s work here.