Welcome To
Chestnut Grove Baptist Church
Esmont, VA
Meet Our Pastor
"Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no benefit to you." Hebrews 13:17
Grace, Peace, and Mercy be multiplied to you, my Father’s children. I would like to extend to you, our community, a heartfelt welcome to worship with us at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, Esmont, Virginia. We are dedicated to serving our community with passion and humility. Myself and our members are close-by to make you feel welcome and a part of our Worship experience and we are available to answer any questions you may have.
As the new kid on the block, I personally want to greet you, pray for you and share
encouragement to you to let you know, you can make it and there is more God has for you. Our church is an outreach ministry where we show love to our community.
All in all, what you can expect at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church is pretty much what you
can expect when visiting family and friends – to be respected, taken-care-of, listened to and to leave feeling that you’re glad you came and can’t wait to return.
Stepping into an unfamiliar place for the first time can be a little intimidating. We get that and we have prepared an experience that will be enjoyable and memorable to you and your family.
I leave you with this; (until I see you face to face); Please know, that the doors of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, Esmont, Virginia are mounted on the hinges of WELCOME to our members, their families and to our community (YOU) with no distinction of race or nationality. Our building is God’s house and God’s house is open to all. When you enter our doors you are not only welcomed but greeted with a warm smile that reflects the love of Christ in us. It is my hope that you will join us and become a part of us as we grow together in grace and worship our Savior, Jesus Christ! COME AND LET US HELP YOU AS YOU HELP US!!!!!!
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Sincerely,
Rev. Roderick A. Carroll, Senior Pastor