Providence Baptist
4921 Randolph Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
704-366-2784

Symbolic Mortgage "Burning"

In preparation for our 50th Anniversary observance, Providence adopted the goal of eliminating the mortgage debt by the date of the celebration. The people of Providence responded and a few days before the celebration the mortgage was paid-off. Pictured to the left is the "burning of the mortgage" that was held on May 24, 2004 - the date we celebrated our 50th Anniversary. In the picture are (left to right) Al Cadenhead, Pastor; Harrison Marshall, representing the 50th Celebration Committee; Bill Caldwell, 2004 Chair of Deacons; and Cecil Smith, 2004 Chair of Finance Committee.

Brief History

Providence Baptist Church was founded in 1954 by 56 charter members. The church has grown to approximately 2,000 members.

Four pastors have led Providence Baptist Church: the Reverend H. Gordon Weekley, Jr., Dr. William Henry Crouch, Dr. Charles B. Bugg, and currently Dr. R. Alton Cadenhead, Jr.

Providence was instrumental in constituting four other Charlotte area Baptist churches including: Carmel Baptist, Sharon Baptist, Candlewyck Baptist and The Korean Baptist Church.

Providence has ordained over 15 men and women to the gospel ministry and proudly claims others who call Providence "home" as they serve in the mission field.

God has blessed Providence Baptist Church and has provided us with a wealth of resources and talents. We fully recognize that "to whom much is given, much will be expected." We are building a strong church with an exciting future!