Step onto Greenfield Road in Detroit. Before you stands The New Creation Church of the Apostolic Faith a testament to faith resilience and community. This isn’t just a building it’s a living history.
The New Creation Church of the Apostolic Faith wasn’t always here. It began its journey in 1931 at Eleventh and Jefferson Street. Then in 1940 it moved to 538 South 16th Street. It grew under dedicated spiritual leaders. The church taught the doctrine of Holiness and Sanctification. A new building was erected on 16th Street. The church continued to thrive. However challenges arose. Opposition to the church’s doctrines emerged. After much prayer and deliberation a division occurred in 1975.
Despite the split The New Creation Church of the Apostolic Faith persevered. In 1986 under the leadership of Elder John Cummings it rejoined the Original Church of God National Body. But another trial followed. Urban renewal forced the demolition of its beloved building in 1991. The church family found temporary refuge at St Anthony Catholic Church and the Magazine Street Seventh-day Adventist Church. Their hospitality provided a sanctuary during a difficult time.
Finally on March 7 1993 the church found its present home. This location represents more than bricks and mortar. It symbolizes the unwavering faith of its members their resilience and the enduring power of community. The church celebrated its 87th anniversary in 2018. They have been at their current location for 25 years.
The New Creation Church of the Apostolic Faith isn’t just a place of worship. It is a family a community bound by shared beliefs and a rich history. It’s a place where faith triumphs over adversity where prayers are answered and lives are transformed. It is a place where generations have found solace inspiration and strength. As you stand before this church remember the trials it has overcome and the unwavering faith that has sustained it for nearly a century. The story of The New Creation Church of the Apostolic Faith is a story of perseverance faith and enduring hope.