Visionary Leaders
Renaissance Baptist Church - RBC is a new start IRC 501(c)(3) church established on March 28, 2024 in Prattville, AL. We are committed to exalting the Savior, Equipping the Saints, Engaging the Society, and Evangelizing the Sinner. Our church is a place where you can find a new beginning, be part of a loving community, and grow in your faith journey. We welcome everyone to join us in our mission to be "RENewed by Christ."
Our Founding Pastors
Rev Dr Malcolm Johnson
Senior Pastor
Rev Dr Anne Johnson
Executive Pastor
Our
Story
Get to Know Us
Rev Dr Malcolm Johnson was born in Pace, Mississippi and was saved early in life. He was called into the ministry in 1991 and ordained in 1993. Since that time, he has served as pastor, assistant to the pastor, associate minister, usher, Sunday School teacher, choir member and men's ministry in various churches across the US and abroad. He also served 30+ years in the US Air Force and recently retired as a Colonel. He has a Bachelor's in Math and a Master's in Educational Leadership from University of Southern MS and a Doctorates of Theology and Ministry at Andersonville Theological Seminary. He is a visionary, compassionate leader who seeks God's guidance. He truly loves the Lord, his wife and people. He and his wife are on a faith journey in starting this ministry and solicit your prayers and attendance.
Get to Know Us
Rev Dr Anne Johnson was born in Selma, Alabama and was saved early in life. She was called into the ministry in 1996 and ordained in 1996. Since that time, she has served as pastor, assistant to the pastor, associate minister, Sunday School youth teacher, and women's ministry and choir president in various churches across the US. She also served 12 years in the US Air Force and resumed service as a civil servant until her retirement. She has a Bachelor's in Biblical Studies, Master's in Ministry with emphasis in Christian Counseling and a Doctorate in Ministry from Andersonville Theological Seminary. She is a prayer warrior, anointed preacher and compassionate leader, especially in meeting women's needs. She is a devoted wife, loves God and people.
What We Believe
We believe in the preeminence of Jesus Christ as our Divine Lord and Savior.
We believe in the supreme authority of the Bible and its sufficiency as our only rule of faith and practice.
We believe that the way of salvation is grace through faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who, by his death made full atonement for our sins having risen from the dead and is now enthroned in heaven as the only qualified and all-sufficient Savior.
We believe in the right of interpretation and competency through the earnest searching of the scriptures by the individual in direct approach to God.
We believe that repentance and faith are both sacred duties and inseparable graces.
We believe in the ordinances of believer’s baptism (immersion by water) and the Lord’s Supper in obedience to the commands of Jesus Christ.
We believe in the complete independence of the local church.
We believe in a worldwide program of missionary fervor, evangelism and discipleship in obedience to the command of Jesus Christ to “Go yet therefore and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost” (Matt 28:19).
What We Value
We value Centering all that we do around Jesus Christ, lifting up His name to the Glory of God.
We value and Submit to the Word of God. The Word is a living guide for everyday life and we acknowledge that it is more important to be Biblical in our demeanor that to be popular.
We value Serving through the application of our gifts and talents for the benefit of others at home and abroad.
We value Worshipping God in spirit and in truth with joy and gladness.
We value People and want to engage them through the eternal truths of the gospel and we hold to the belief that every person should be treated with the highest degree of love, care, dignity, respect and honor.
We value Excellence believing that it is a mindset that motivates us to do our best in all things.
We value Living by Faith knowing that God is in control and trusting that He has all power in His hands.
We value Truth and Integrity as we seek to emulate Jesus Christ in our daily walk.
We value Generosity in spirit, deed, action and stewardship.
We value Courage and boldly acknowledge with confidence that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us (Phil 4:13).