First Pentecostal Church of God
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First Pentecostal Church of GodGreenville, Texas

Sundays
10:30 AM
Wednesdays
7:00 PM
2615 Walnut St
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Pastor Joyce Pattison smiling beside a young woman from the church

“Whether you are new to the Greenville area, searching for a church home, or simply hungry for more of God, we believe you are here by divine appointment.”

Pastor Joyce Pattison

Plan your visit

From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll be welcomed into a warm, Spirit-filled environment where hearts are open, and the altars are always ready for prayer.

Sunday mornings

A time of Spirit-filled worship, prayer and the preaching of God’s Word. We are blessed with a gifted church band.

For children

Children’s Church during the preaching.

Wednesday nights

  • 1stMen’s & Women’s Devotional, preceded by a meal together
  • 2ndFamily Night
  • 3rdTestimony & Sharing Service
  • LastSinging Night

Our church family

The church family gathered together for a group photo, with children seated in front
  • Pastor Joyce’s family on the lawn in front of the church sign
    Pastor Joyce’s family
  • Pastor Joyce Pattison and Rev. Dwayne Pattison
    Pastor Joyce and Rev. Dwayne
  • Pastor Joyce with her arm around her grandson
    With her grandson
  • Pastor Joyce with her granddaughter, who wears a blue dress
    With her granddaughter
  • Pastor Joyce with her son, Jeff Pattison, smiling together
    With her son
  • Pastor Joyce smiling behind a chocolate birthday cake that reads Happy Birthday Pastor Joyce
    Happy Birthday Pastor Joyce!

Ministries

A place for everyone to grow, serve and connect

  • Women of the church standing together in the sanctuary, each holding a gift

    Women

    Devotionals, fellowship nights and prayer

  • Men of the church holding gifts in front of the pulpit

    Men

    Devotional studies, mentoring and service

  • Young women and girls holding decorated pumpkins in the sanctuary

    Youth

    Fellowship, teaching and special events

  • Children sitting in a circle on the floor of the fellowship hall

    Kids

    Bible stories, songs and activities

  • A family with their young children and a baby at the front of the church

    Couples & Families

    Biblical guidance for marriages and homes

  • A woman singing into a microphone beside the pulpit

    Worship Team

    Leading the congregation in heartfelt praise and worship

  • A man praying during worship while others raise their hands

    Prayer

    Standing in the gap for our church, community and world

  • A fellowship meal, with tables of home-cooked dishes and the hall full of people eating

    Special events

    Seasonal events, fellowship meals, outreach and music nights

Our story

A family with deep roots

Our vision

A vibrant church where the power of Pentecost is alive.

Our mission

To glorify God by proclaiming the Gospel, making disciples, and building a loving, Spirit-filled community.

Our history

  1. 1962

    Rev. W.L. Nelson takes the church with only four members and the doors about to close. He and Sister Nelson build it on prayer, faith and a passion for winning souls.

  2. 1986

    Sister Nelson, an ordained minister, becomes pastor.

  3. 2010

    Her eldest daughter, Joyce Pattison, becomes pastor, with her husband, Rev. Dwayne Pattison, as co-pastor.

  4. Today

    Pastor Joyce continues to lead the congregation today, with the support of her children, grandchildren and many sweet, faithful parishioners.

A legacy of worship

Pastor Joyce at the drums with a guitarist beside her during worship
Pastor Joyce standing beside a smiling man playing bass guitar

Music has always been at the heart of our church’s ministry. Joann, the youngest sister of the Nelson family, and her husband, Ray Welk, formed the gospel group The Messengers. They won first place against 27 groups in Seminole, Oklahoma, and recorded two CDs.

Our core values

  • The WordGrounded in the Word of God2 Timothy 3:16
  • The Holy SpiritLed and empowered by the SpiritActs 1:8
  • CommunityA family that loves, cares and grows togetherHebrews 10:24–25
  • WorshipIn spirit and in truthJohn 4:24
  • OutreachSharing the Gospel and impacting our worldMatthew 28:19–20
  • Servant HeartServing with humility and compassionMark 10:45

In memory

The church sign reading In Memory of The Nelson Family, with red rose bushes in front

The sign now in front of First Pentecostal Church of God was lovingly placed in memory of the Nelson Family, who have been a faithful part of this church since 1962. May it continue to shine as a beacon of hope, just as the Nelson Family has done for generations.

“This is the LORD’s doing; it is marvellous in our eyes.”Psalm 118:23

  • Rev. W.L. NelsonNovember 7, 1986
  • Sister NelsonJuly 3, 2010
  • Rev. Dwayne PattisonAugust 2, 2020
  • Ray Welk2025

Get in touch

We’d love to connect with you, pray with you, and welcome you into our church family

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