Founded in 195 as the Carol City Baptist Church, the church served the community in several ways, via bus ministry and the establishment of a Christian school. After experiencing some turbulent times the church went through a period of transition.

In 1975, Carol City Baptist merged with New Life Baptist to become the New Life Baptist Church of Carol City. In 1981, after additional transition the church called the late Reverend Joshua M. Garvin to serve as pastor. Pastor Garvin became the first African-American minister to pastor a predominately Anglo congregation. Pastor Garvin served faithfully for 20 years as Senior Pastor, implementing several ministries and guiding the church to its commitment to sound biblical exposition. The church became known for its mission and outreach efforts. Pastor Garvin along with his wife Joann, founded the New Life Baptist School , in 1984. Pastor Garvin retired in December of 2000, serving as Pastor-emeritus until his passing in November of 2002.

Upon his retirement he passed the mantle to his son and current pastor, Reverend Erik D. Cummings.

We are very excited about what God is doing at New Life, and look forward to God's mighty move as we move forward with the vision that God has given us.

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