God's got a "HIGHER CALLING" for your life
A Black Baptist church in Wilson, North Carolina, where the Word is preached, the Spirit moves, and every soul is welcomed home.
Come worship on Ward Boulevard
You'll find Higher Calling Baptist Church at 4036 Ward Boulevard in Wilson, North Carolina — a sanctuary where the Spirit moves, the Word is preached without apology, and every soul is welcomed home. We're a Black Baptist church serving Wilson County and Eastern North Carolina with Sunday worship, Sunday School, and Wednesday Bible Study.
Wilson, NC 27893
Worship at 11:00 AM
Rev. Dr. J.M. Wooten
There's a place for you
Youth Ministry
Raising up the next generation in the knowledge of the Lord. Bible study, fellowship, mentorship, and youth Sunday worship.
Learn More →Sunday School
Every age, every Sunday. From the little ones to the seasoned saints — there's a class waiting for you at 9:45 AM.
Find Your Class →Missions & Outreach
Bringing the gospel and feeding the community. Outreach ministry, food assistance, and meeting needs in Wilson and Eastern North Carolina.
Get Involved →Bible study, every Wednesday at 6 PM
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." — Psalm 119:105
Pastor Rev. John M. Wooten & Pastor Rev. Patricia Wooten
Shepherds of Higher Calling Baptist Church for over two decades, Rev. Dr. J.M. Wooten and Pastor Patricia Wooten have led this Wilson, NC congregation with vision, faithfulness, and a heart for disciple-making across Wilson County and beyond.
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"Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver." — 2 Corinthians 9:7
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