About Us

The late Rev. Ed Williams in Harris County originally organized the New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in January of 1942. The area in which the church was organized was known as Sawdust Alley, which is currently an apartment complex now known as The Sumpter Plaza Apts. The initial meeting for the church was held at the home of Bro. Dial Gilmore. Rev. Williams called the meeting to order. The meeting opened with a hymn, scripture reading, and prayer. There were ten people present at this meeting. The Agenda included selecting officers and choosing a church name. Everyone agreed to name their new organism, New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Williams was chosen as the first Pastor. During that meeting, their first member was received, which was Bro. C.B. Johnson, whom later became a deacon. The church services were held at 2107 Lee Street for three months until property was purchased at 2106 Hailey. Initially, it was a tent-like structure with a sawdust floor. In 1947, a small wood-framed building was erected. Then, in June of 1955, the building at 2106 Hailey Street was built. In December of 1955, Rev. Ed Williams went on to be with the Lord. In 1956, the church called Rev. A.B. Thompson to pastor them. He remained a faithful leader until his passing two years later. In November of 1958, the church called Rev. George Willie Persons to lead the flock. Under his leadership, several auxiliaries were created. In 1972, additional land was purchased to further enhance the church. Rev Persons was Pastor until his passing on December 15, 1987. Dr. D.R. Hector, Sr. was chosen to be the shepherd over the New Macedonia Flock on May of 1988. Under Pastor Hector’s leadership and guidance by the Holy Spirit, several auxiliaries were organized along with a Scholarship Fund. Under Pastor Hector’s leadership, the church was enhanced both spiritually and financially. Not only was the church able to purchase additional property but in the spring of 1997, God allowed the members of New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church to march into a new edifice located at it’s present address of 2107 Gregg Street. As time passed, many enhancements were made to the new facility and property, and with the aid of the Holy Ghost, as the Lord guided Dr. Hector, Sr., and his members; the building was paid off on Victory Sunday, July 6th, 2003. Dr. Hector, Sr.’s tenure as Pastor of New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church proved to be a blessing from God. Under his intelligent leadership, several milestones were reached which benefited us tremendously. Church By-laws were officially chartered with the State of Texas and several deacons were ordained. Four brothers confessed to the ministry and were ordained by Pastor Hector, Sr. which are; Rev. D.R. Hector, Jr., the late Rev. Charleston Williams, Rev. David Gray, and Rev. Adrian Wynn. Dr. Hector, Sr. was proud that several sons of the ministry were called to higher heights and are pastors of their own churches. They are Pastor B.K. Williams, Pastor Darren Payne, Pastor Adrian Wynn, and our current Pastor Danny R. Hector, Jr. Dr. D.R. Hector, Sr. continued to successfully enhance the growth of this church until he was called from “labor to reward” on November 4, 2005. Dr. D.R. Hector, Sr.’s legacy is still with us to this day. Rev. D.R. Hector, Jr. was promoted from Youth Pastor to the Assistant Pastor in 1999. Rev. D.R. Hector, Jr. was rewarded for his loyal and faithful service to his father and this church by being voted unanimously as the next Pastor of New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church on December 18, 2005. The legacy does live on as Rev. Hector was officially installed as Pastor on April 2, 2006. Pastor Hector, Jr., has proven his exceptional skills as a leader through the implementation and administration of strategic ministry. Over the past few years, not only has the spiritual and numerical health of the church increased, but the finances enhanced, as well. Gone are the days of New Macedonia in the “red”. Adamant about living the life he preaches and teaches about, Pastor D.R. Hector, Jr. has ensured the church’s finances and administrative records are corporately structured to meet state and federal requirements. His vision also included implementing Project Trinity in July of 2006, II Chronicles 2:4-5; involving three Phases consisting of: (1) the Renovation of our current edifice and (2) the Removal of the old edifice/fellowship center by clearing 2106 Hailey, in preparation for (3) the Reconstruction of a modern facility. The purpose of the new facility is to accommodate the church’s needs for extra classrooms, banquet facility, and a fellowship center. With the aid of the Holy Spirit, Pastor Hector, Jr. spearheaded the completion of Phases I & II of Project Trinity, which included internal and external renovations and improvements of the church, and the removal of the old edifice and clearing of 2106 Hailey. Under Pastor Hector, Jr.’s spiritual guidance, our church continues to advance to higher heights. The teaching phases of our church are continually enhanced spiritually, financially, and numerically, as our Sunday School and weekly Bible study meetings are an exciting way for our church family to increase their biblical knowledge and spiritual growth. Under Pastor Hector, Jr.’s leadership, our mission at New Macedonia is: To Demonstrate God’s Love through Working, To Educate God’s People through the Word. To Create Family through Welding, To Communicate God’s Word through Witnessing. To Celebrate God’s presence through Worship. Matthew 28:18-20 Throughout his years of service to the church, the city, and the community; Pastor Hector, Jr., has solidified his reputation as an anointed teacher, an exceptional administrator, and a gifted motivational speaker.