Administrator
Social Services
Our Social Services Ministry provides intervention to individuals and families that experience hardship in areas, including food, shelter, utilities, mental health needs, and other circumstances that impose hardships to individuals on a daily basis.
Men’s Ministry
The Mighty Men’s Ministry continues to share in the development and spiritual growth of men to be servant leaders in the family, church, and community. The ministry is committed to honoring Jesus Christ as the foundation of our plans, mission and service. TO GOD IS THE GLORY!
The challenge for men of all ages is to imitate Jesus Christ in our endeavors to be Christian leaders in our environment.
Our theme this year, “Men take your family/children to Christ”; emphasized the challenge we face with the adverse conditions and circumstances in the community and world we live. Luke 9:37-42 encourages us to faithfully go to Jesus Christ when the challenge is too great.
Planned Upcoming activities are:
Outreach ministry – an evangelistic street ministry to reach the unchurched and introduce the kingdom of God with organized teams, praying, praising and presenting Jesus Christ.
Servant workshop – This ministry will assist elderly women and widows with minor repairs and personal assistance as needed. Our youth and young men are encouraged to participate with emphasis on discipleship, growth and developing godly men.
Mighty Men’s Growth and Leadership ministry will use teaching and video presentations. These sessions and activities are scheduled every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
We Care Ministry
The We Care Ministry allows us the opportunity to reach out to those members who are ill at home or in the hospital. We minister to our “sick and shut-in” members through prayer and visitations, reminding them that although they are sick and shut-in, they are
not “shut-out”.
The ministry meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 11:00 A.M and we are committed to letting the sick and shut-in members know that “We Care”.
Matthew 25:36 … I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.
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Sunday School of The Bible is for Everyone
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." Matthew 28:19-20
At New Way Fellowship Praise and Worship Church, the purpose of the Sunday School Ministry is to reach, teach and change lives through Great Commission teaching. Jesus instructed the disciples to go and teach all nations all that he had commanded. In obedience with that command, our mission is:
- Reaching the lost for salvation through belief in Jesus Christ and church membership;
- Teaching the Bible, the word of God, for knowledge, encouragement and spiritual growth;
- Training and equipping members for service to the church and ministry to the community; and
- Providing an opportunity for fellowship and communion with believers in small group settings.
From Preschool through Senior Adults, there is a class for everyone, including:
- Pre-school and Kindergarten Classes
- Children’s Classes Grades 1st – 7th
- Youth Classes Grades 8th – 12th
- Young Adult Singles Class
- Median Adult Bible Classes
- Men’s Bible Classes
- Women’s Bible Classes
- Couples’ Class
- New Member Class
Class Meeting Time: Sunday mornings, 9:30-10:45 AM
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." Matthew 28:19-20 At New Way Fellowship Praise and Worship Church, the purpose of the Sunday School Ministry is to reach, teach and change lives through Great Commission teaching. Jesus instructed the disciples to go and teach all nations all that he had commanded. In obedience with that command, our mission is: Reaching the lost for salvation through belief in Jesus Christ and church membership; Teaching the Bible, the word of God, for knowledge, encouragement and spiritual growth; Training and equipping members for service to the church and ministry to the community; and Providing an opportunity for fellowship and communion with believers in small group settings. From Preschool through Senior Adults, there is a class for everyone, including: Pre-school and Kindergarten Classes Children’s Classes Grades 1st – 7th Youth Classes Grades 8th – 12th Young Adult Singles Class Median Adult Bible Classes Men’s Bible Classes Women’s Bible Classes Couples’ Class New Member Class Class Meeting Time: Sunday mornings, 9:30-10:45 AM
First Time Visitors
At New Way Fellowship, we know visiting a new church for the first time can be intimidating. We want to make sure you feel welcome, comfortable, and loved when you come visit us. Here are a few commonly-asked questions.
1. Who are we?
We are a church full of sinners who love Jesus, love people and want to reach our community. We are passionate about Christ and His Word. We want all people to become followers of Jesus and experience His Presence & Power in their lives. This happens as we truly believe.
2. Where and when?
We meet on Sundays and Wednesdays. We also have various other ministries to meet your needs. Please see our events page.
3. Is there a dress code?
Come as you are.
4. What should I expect on my first visit?
From the moment you first arrive, it’s our goal to make you feel at home. Someone from our Hospitality Ministry will meet you at the door with a smile and ready to answer any questions you might have. Our services start right on time, so come early to get a great seat! Children worship with their parent (s) for now and are dismissed to the classrooms with their teachers.
5. Speaking of kids, what is available for my kids?
We have a safe and fun environment for kids of all ages. Our Transformers Children's services are tailored for children from 2 years old to 5th grade. Children remain with parents during worship in song and then separate with their teachers for the sermon time. Also, we have separate times for middle and high school youth coming soon!
6. What is the worship experience like?
Interactive, Spirit-led and a blend of traditional and contemporary.
Statement of Faith
ABOUT GOD
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Genesis 1:1,26,27; 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14
ABOUT MAN
Man is made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. He is the supreme object of God’s creation. Although man has tremendous potential for good, he is marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called sin. This attitude separates man from God.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1,2
ABOUT ETERNITY
Man was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are places of eternal existence.
John 3:16; John 2:25; John 5:11-13; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15; 1 John 5:11-12; Matthew 25:31-46
ABOUT JESUS CHRIST
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all men by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22,23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1;1-5, 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14,15;1Corinthians 15:3,4; Romans 1:3,4;Acts 1:9-11; I Timothy 6:14,15; Titus 2:13
ABOUT SALVATION
Salvation is a gift from God to man. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can man be saved from sin´s penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.
Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8,9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5;Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1
ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live under His control daily.
II Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16,17; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25;Ephesians 5:1
ABOUT THE BIBLE
The Bible is God´s word to all men. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.
II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20,21; II Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5
Pastors’ Message
It is hard to believe that it was just about forty years ago that a small band of believers came together to begin a fellowship that has been blessed and a blessing. When I think of the excitement that was so evident when my wife I and, along with 148 believers met in a small building and the home of brother and sister Wade, led by the Spirit and covenanted together to form a new congregation
Our children, Wendell, Jeffery, Cynthia, and Ayanna, all shared in the early life of the church. Later our grandchildren served in ministry of the church. I am sure you can recall your family involvement as well. God blessed us with new members and we experienced new and rapid growth. People who were yearning for freedom to worship and serve God with a freshness was evident.
My wife and I were happy to serve such a dynamic, loving and joyful group of people. The Lord sent us the kind of people we needed to serve in leadership and ministry capacities. It wasn’t too long before we outgrew our small facilities and began a plan to build our present facilities. We were able to send out a missionary team, the Thomases, to Africa and Russia to plant new churches. Those churches are still going and growing. Many ministries were fostered and many lives were touched. Several ministers, male and female, were released to preach and teach. During this period many members transferred to other places to continue their service unto the Lord. During this time many have come to join in this celebration.
This truly is a convocation celebration. We remember those precious souls who were called home to be with the Lord. We thank God for the faithful ones who began with us in 1975, who are still here, and those who came later and remain. For their faithfulness we give thanks to God.
We thank God for those who will be coming to continue this great work and carry out the vision.
We give thanks to God who always causes us to triumph!!!!
Bishops Billy & Catherine P. Baskin
Church History
After five years of successful ministry at a local congregation the Holy Spirit spoke to Pastor Billy Baskin with confirmation by his wife, Mrs. Catherine P. Baskin, that it was indeed time to relocate. A small group of dedicated saints expressed their desire for the freedom to serve God in another dimension. A place was sought to worship God and for the study of His Word. The Holy Spirit led us to this present sight where the original building was expanded to accommodate the rapid growth.
During the early months of its existence, many spiritual leaders, pastors and churches came to the aid of this struggling church. Bible Baptist, its membership, and Pastor Cleo Albury, permitted New Way to hold its first Baptism at their church. Reverend Joe Coates, pastor of Glendale Baptist Church was a catalyst in helping achieve church recognition and delivered the “Recognition Sermon” on January 11, 1976 at Bible Baptist Church. The friend who stood by Pastor Baskin during those first difficult months and years was Reverend Joe Johnson now Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church of Hallandale. There were many others, including Reverend James Hendon, former Pastor of Mount Tabor and Reverend Major Green. All of them provided spiritual support and advice to our Pastor and congregation.
Following the dictates of the Holy Spirit and Holy Scriptures, our Pastor realized the need for additional Deacons to assist in the work of our new church, so in October 1976, these five men were ordained as Deacons: James Boykins, Napolean Montgomery (deceased), Frank Hankerson, James Green and Arnold Crawford (both deceased), joining Deacons: Jimmie Edwards and Horace McMillian (deceased) to form the Deacons’ staff of New Way Fellowship Baptist Church.
The infancy of the church was not without its problems. Thieves broke into the church and took the organ and chairs. But, the congregation never missed a service. The words of Isaiah 59:19 come to mind: “When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.” Under the attack of willful and wanton vandalism, the church still grew spiritually and physically. God added to the church as needed.
Ministry groups were organized and added to the church under capable and dynamic leadership. Men and women were involved in domestic and foreign outreach ministry throughout Dade County, the Caribbean Islands and the Island of Bermuda. A bus ministry was added to the church in November 1976. The music ministry was expanded with the addition of a young adult and men’s choirs.
Under the leadership of Pastor Baskin, New Way’s reputation as a Bible teaching church quickly spread throughout the community, attracting sinners from all over Dade County as well as Christians who were interested in personal spiritual growth and a new way of life.
Within three years, there was a need to ordain four more deacons: Earl Lumpkin, Ralph Person, Leroy Rahmings and Wesley Davis (deceased). Wesley Davis was later called into the preaching ministry. The following year the property both north and south of the Church was purchased. Nowhere was the leadership of Pastor Baskin more evident than in the swelling membership of the church. During a period when most churches were complaining of losing support and dwindling membership, New Way was bursting at the seams. At the end of the fiscal year 1980, the membership had grown from 148 to 1026. It was in this same year that two more Deacons were added: Willie Kelly (deceased) was selected to replace Brother Wesley, who joined the staff.
During the decade of the 80’s New Way became known as a place of refuge for the wounded and hurting and those in need of God’s unending love. It was during New Way’s tremendous growth experience that Pastor Baskin first shared with the congregation his vision of a new edifice with a sanctuary large enough to accommodate our growing needs; with sufficient classroom space. It was in 1980 that this dream became a realistic possibility with the approval of a $500,000 bond program financed through the Southern Baptist Convention. The church membership endorsed the bonding program and plans were directed towards the new building.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on the third Sunday of November 1980 for the new building. The congregation unanimously embarked upon a million-dollar building program. On Mother’s Day, May 13, 1984, the congregation dedicated the new building to the glory of God.
“All things are possible to them that believeth, (Mark 9:23)”. New Way dared to believe God’s Word. Having started out in faith and trusting and God, the congregation believed God for nothing short of a complete victory. God increased New Way’s membership and a pledge from $22,320 to over $1,200,000. Praise God!!!
Hundreds of new converts came to know and accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. The rich spiritual soil of New Way gave birth to many ministerial sons and daughters: Wendell A. Baskin & Cynthia Baskin, James Richardson, Wesley Davis (deceased), David Garrett, J.C. Saddler, Keith Hankerson, Bobby Johnson, Vincent Jones, Lee Johnson, Catherine P. Baskin, Steven Caldwell, Troy Pickens, Cecil & Sherry Moses, Henry Todd, Dennis & Mary Thompson, Jerome & Brenda Cox, Donnell Young, Dean Daley, Densil & Maria Findlater, Jermaine Johnson, Betty Gabriel, Thomas & Christine Maxwell, Thomas Eutsay, Don Ololade, Stern Ferguson, David Ramjohn, Helen Moten Raymond Carvil, Alfonso Livingston, Karen Leonard, Wes Hall, Eddie Sweet, Ron D’oyley and Kandy McBayne . Many couples have united and found the satisfaction of marriage at New Way. The teachings of the Bible are impacting our lives and motivating us to live for Christ.
The decade of the 90’s more ministries were added, to meet the growing needs of the multi-culture fellowship, Children’s Church, Hospitality, Partners Ministry, Deacons’ Wives, Jail Ministry, Yoke Fellows, Minister’s Wives, Divorce Recovery, Outreach, Media and Straight Way Substance Abuse Ministries to name a few, our ministries grew to a total of 46.
In 1995, New Way Fellowship accepted Psalm 92:1 as our theme; “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Thy name, O Most High; to declare Thy loving kindness in the morning and Thy faithfulness by night.” We have learned that praise doesn’t automatically come just to satisfy our need for spiritual feeling. It comes as an overflow of our awareness of God and His presence. Yes, we became New Way Fellowship Praise and Worship Center. We allowed the Holy Spirit to direct our worship services leading us into a deeper revelation of a worshipful experience.
When the body of Christ dwells with God, He never loses sight of His leaders or His members who love Him. God tells us in 1 Peter 4:10 that we are to “employ (our gifts) in serving one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” Ephesians 4:11 say, “And He gave some as apostles; and some prophets; and some evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers. Dr. Billy Baskin and Dr. Catherine Baskin accepted their new promotion to the call of Apostleship. A special anointed ordination service confirming their Apostleship was conducted by Archbishop Benson Idahosa (now deceased). God’s anointed power has been bestowed on our leaders and in each service the congregation witnessed and participated in the manifestations of His power through miracles of healing and deliverance.
Our church staff grew to 14 full-time employees, including Apostle Billy Baskin, Apostle Catherine Baskin, Reverend Shelly Tunson, Reverend Vincent Jones, Reverend Carroll Storr, Minister Steven Caldwell, Juanita Nixon, Carolyn Banks, Karla Lyons, Chantal Cayo, Tresa Watts, Vitz Harrel Tom Cross, Deacon Cleo Dennison, two part-time employees Agnes McCoy and Thelma Mills.
God continued to bless New Way with over 4,000 members, 50 ministries, numerous servants who willingly served God. New Way produced “A Fresh Encounter”, an evangelical television broadcast that aired twice a week with a corresponding telephone prayer line that reached souls all across the nations. As New Way continued it’s exponential growth the Promise Generation Youth Ministry, under the leadership of Minister Steven Caldwell, touched the lives of hundreds of youth throughout Dade and Broward Counties.
Ministry at New Way developed to include opportunities for women to grow spiritually as well as men under the organizational leadership of Bishop Catherine P. Baskin, The Women’s Growth Institute was birthed in 1987 with two conferences a year, Day Extraordinaire and the Women’s Fall Conference. Bible study classes for women included Digging Deeper, Morning Coffee and How To Pray. The ninth “Healing What Hurts” W.G.I. Conference along with the 3rd Annual “Stepping With Jesus Higher” teens conference ministered to the women and teenagers from all walks of life. Lives were changed, souls were saved, relationships were restored. God truly manifested in our midst thru the power of the Holy Spirit under the leadership of Bishop Catherine P. Baskin.
The School of the Prophets and the Spiritual Warfare Ministry was added in fulfillment of the Word of God. These classes brought freedom, help and healing to many.
Other life changing encounters for 1995 included: Luis Palau Crusade, Youth Quake, Holy Week Revival with neighboring churches, National Week of Prayer, Family Week Revival, Senior Saints Day, Single Focus Conference, Annual Men’s Conference lead by Apostle Gregory Thomas and Elder Trent Frank of New Orleans, the Annual Women’s Conference, Market Place Evangelism, Youth Explosion Revival, Windshield Canvassing for Salvation, Concert of Prayer, Church Picnic and many others!!!
New Way’s weekly ministry continues to prepare the Body of Christ for the challenges facing us in the 21st Century.
As we look back over the 30 years of ministry, we can truly say: “God is good because He has so graced us with His unmerited favor.
Church Mission
The purpose of New Way Fellowship Praise & Worship Church is to glorify God and exalt Jesus Christ by creating an atmosphere of praise, prayer and worship based on the Word of God.
How do we do that? Through:
1) establishing a Biblical foundation for the operation of all the gifts of the Holy Spirit;
2) evangelizing the lost and the unchurched; thru home and foreign missions,
3) equipping members for ministry and edification through prayer, training, discipleship and nurturing, giving and other resources;
4) leading each member in full participation in the life of the church
preparing for future generations as we are led into the fullness of the apostolic/prophetic church by the Holy Spirit.
Litany of Celebration
LEADER: Realizing that God began a good work in us and continues to complete it:
PEOPLE: We sanctify ourselves anew to His callings upon our lives.
LEADER: Since God has provided us with so many blessings,
PEOPLE: We continually present ourselves as living sacrifices unto God for service and ministry.
LEADER: With a sense of our responsibility to share the Gospel with every person we meet,
PEOPLE: We dedicate ourselves afresh to evangelism, missions and ministry to the whole man.
LEADER: Because we are sent into the world to express God’s grace, love and mercy,
PEOPLE: We are to let our lights shine so that men might see our good works and glorify God the Father.
LEADER: In gratitude for the labors of all who love and serve this Church, in loving remembrance of all those who have finished their labors, in hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord,
PEOPLE: We consecrate ourselves to the cause of Christ and his church, to support and build it up through the stewardship of our time, abilities, spiritual gifts, prayers, and resources.
ALL: As members of New Way Fellowship Praise and Worship Church, grateful for our heritage, thankful for our privileges, and aware of our responsibility, we now dedicate ourselves afresh and anew, to the worship of God in Spirit and in Truth, the Lordship of Christ, by indwelling of the Holy Spirit, to being the Body of Christ in the world, through Jesus Christ our Lord.