About Us

At Mount Enon, we value connection and community. Our teachings are built around connecting people to each other and to God.



Our Values

We are committed to living out the values of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to love God, love others, and share the good news of Jesus Christ. 


Love

We are committed to loving God and loving others, and to be known for our love for one another.


Worship

We strive to glorify God through worship that is rooted in scripture, and that draws us closer to Him.


Service

We are called to serve our community and those in need, through both physical and spiritual acts of love and kindness.


Evangelism

We seek to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to all people, and to share the gospel through both deed and word.


Discipleship

We prioritize the practice of discipling others in the faith, helping them to grow in their understanding of the Bible and their relationship with God.


Stewardship

We strive to be wise stewards of the resources God has given us, using them to meet the needs of the church and community.


Unity

We seek to foster unity in diversity, standing together as a church family united in our purpose of sharing God’s love.


Holiness

We strive to be a holy people, living in obedience to God’s Word and in surrender to the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.


Mission

We seek to fulfill the Great Commission, making disciples of Jesus Christ in our region and beyond.

Our Beliefs

We invite you to explore our beliefs and join us in our pursuit of living out our faith in boldness and passion.

  • The Trinity

    We believe in the Trinity, which is the doctrine that God is one, existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The three persons of the Trinity are distinct and unified, co-existing in perfect harmony and working together to create and sustain the world. We recognize that since God is the Creator and the source of all life, He exists in three persons who are distinct yet united, understanding each other completely and working together to bring about His plans for humanity. We believe that the Trinity is an essential part of understanding God and His purpose for us. By embracing the Trinity, we can have a deeper relationship with the Lord and better understand His will for our lives.

  • The Bible

    We believe in the divine inspiration of the Bible, that it is the true and inspired word of God. We believe that the Bible is our standard for life, and its truth, integrity, and relevance is of utmost importance. The Bible is not just a book, but a living guide, full of God’s wisdom and guidance. Through scripture, we learn about God’s character, how to live and act, and how to grow in our spiritual journey. We believe that by reading and studying the Bible, we are able to draw closer to God and deepen our understanding of His love.

  • Jesus

    We believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God. He is the central figure of Christianity, the Word of God made flesh. Jesus was sent by God to be the ultimate sacrifice for our sins so that we could enjoy an eternal life with Him. Jesus’ teachings on love, forgiveness, humility, and repentance are at the core of our beliefs. We also believe in Jesus’ resurrection, that it was proof of His deity and the promise of eternal life for all those who believe. We are called to follow Jesus, to live lives of holiness, and to share the good news of the gospel. As we learn to love and serve others, we are reminded of Jesus’ example of love and sacrifice.

  • Salvation

    We believe in salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus was sent by God to save us and give us eternal life. Salvation is only possible through faith in Jesus and repentance of our sins. We understand that we are saved through grace and not by any works of our own. The Bible teaches us that no matter what mistakes we make, God’s love and grace are always available to us. We believe that through accepting Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we are able to have the assurance of salvation and the promise of eternal life with God.

  • Baptism

    We believe in the importance of baptism. Baptism symbolizes a believer's commitment to Jesus and His teachings, and is an outward act of confessing our faith in Him. We believe that baptism is essential to Christian discipleship, and it is a beautiful way to proclaim our allegiance to Jesus. Baptism is a sacred and meaningful experience, and we are deeply committed to helping believers celebrate this important milestone in their journey of faith. By celebrating and honoring baptism, we are proclaiming our faith in Jesus and our desire to serve Him and others.

  • Holy Spirit

    We believe in the Holy Spirit, who is the third person of the Trinity. The Holy Spirit is the unifying power between God and humanity, and is the source of our comfort, guidance, and strength. The Holy Spirit helps us to understand and appreciate the Bible, and helps us to live out its teachings in our lives. We believe that the Holy Spirit is with us always, faithfully guiding us in our walk with God. We also believe that the Holy Spirit gives us gifts such as wisdom, knowledge, understanding, healing, miracles, tongues, and prophecy so that we can be used to serve God and spread His love.

  • The Church

    We believe in the Christian doctrinal belief of The Church. We believe that the Church is a holy assembly of believers, united in faith and love. We strive to be a community of believers who are united in our faith in Jesus Christ and in our commitment to serve Him and His kingdom. We are committed to loving God and loving others, and to be known for our love for one another. We believe that the Church is a body of believers who are called to serve and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ to all people. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we seek to be faithful disciples of Jesus and to follow His teachings. We strive to live out our faith through loving actions and service to our community and the world.

  • Prayer

    We believe in the power of prayer, both individually and corporately, as an expression of faith in God's work in our lives. Prayer is an essential part of a Christian life and is used to talk to God and to communicate with Him. We pray for guidance, strength, healing, protection, and for our families, friends, and community. Through prayer, we seek to deepen our understanding of God's will and His plans for our lives. Praying helps us grow closer to God and to gain a better understanding of His will and how we can best serve Him. When we pray, we open ourselves up to God and He will answer us in His own way and in His own time. Prayer is a beautiful and powerful way to communicate with our Heavenly Father and to seek His love and guidance.

The legacy continues

Our History

In the year 1918, Mount Enon Baptist Church had its humble beginnings. It started in the home of the late Mrs. Emma Deputy and her husband. Their house was located on Church Street in Milford, DE.


The congregation was so few in number that they had to borrow the services of Rev. H. J. Marshall, who was pastor of Union Baptist Church in Dover, DE. As the congregation grew stronger, they called Rev. John White as their pastor. Rev. White’s service was short-lived, and the church then called Rev. Curtis as pastor. At this time, they were able to move to a hall on North Street. After one and a half years, they called Rev. Hunter as pastor.


In 1922, the congregation was able to purchase a building that was once a dance hall from St. Paul Methodist Church. This site was on the corner of 4th and West Streets. They renovated the building and worshiped there, with Rev. Alexander White serving as the first pastor in the new building, followed by Rev. Henry Alderbridge and finally Rev. Frederick Cobb.


In 1929, Rev. D. A. Downing was called to pastor. Working closely with him were spirit-filled deacons and trustees, including Deacon John Warren, Deacon Garfield Cannon, Deacon Clarence Davis, and Deacon Seth Griffin. Sis. Lucy Downing, the First Lady, served as the church organist and worked in various other areas of ministry.


Eventually, the renovated dance hall building was demolished, and in 1955, a brand new white church building was erected. Rev. Downing lived a long, prosperous life and passed away due to natural causes.


Rev. J. Theophilus Freeman was then called as the next pastor. He served faithfully until his untimely death, having grown the church both spiritually and numerically. Under his leadership, many ministries were birthed. He expanded the Mother Board and initiated the Junior Mother Board. He served as the advisor of the Heavenly Angels, a gospel singing group made up of young adults.


Rev. Freeman introduced the concept of allowing women to serve in roles that had previously been forbidden. He also started the Downing Memorial Scholarship Ministry, through which many young and seasoned members were able to pursue higher education. He created a system dividing the membership into three working groups with the goal of raising and saving money to build a new edifice. Land was purchased as a result of these efforts. Unfortunately, Rev. Freeman's leadership was cut short due to his untimely death.


For a year, the church carried on its mission until God sent a new leader: Rev. Dr. J. Mack Holt.


Under the leadership of Pastor Holt, the church once again undertook the task of updating its edifice. Due to dissatisfaction with the previously purchased land, it was sold, and new land was acquired. The dream came to reality in 2004 when a brand new edifice was completed.


Pastor Holt’s primary focus was on missions. During his leadership, the church supported both foreign and domestic missions. He taught the value of obeying Jesus’ command to “Go, Preach, and Teach,” and also to give. His wife, Lady Norma Holt, served as the field missionary for the State Missionary Convention. Pastor Holt also initiated the "Faith Works and Blessing Plan" to support the building project.


During Pastor Holt’s tenure, Evangelist Patricia Engrum became the first woman ordained by the church. He later ordained and licensed others, including Missionary Yvonne Mullen, Rev. Norma Holt, and Rev. Brenda Hopkins.


The church purchased its first coach bus, which allowed for many out-of-state trips. Two additional church vans were also added to the transportation fleet.


Since its founding, Mount Enon Baptist Church has been affiliated with the National Union Baptist Association, the BTU Congress, and the Missionary Convention.


Most recently, Pastor Holt retired after 29 years of dedicated service. The church now joyfully welcomes its first female pastor, Rev. Dr. Patricia E. Green, as Senior Pastor.


We continue to build, holding fast to the motto instituted by Rev. Theophilus Freeman:

“Building today for a greater tomorrow.”


We celebrate the wonderful work God has given us and continue to press forward to even greater things, as Jesus has promised we would.