Our Story

Freedom Presbyterian Church was founded by Rev. Sidney S. Murkland, a native of Scotland, in October 1864 when he invited local blacks, forbidden to fully participate in established church congregations, to gather in his home for worship. The future members of Freedom Church often walked long distances to attend these new welcoming religious services and they became Murkland's students. In addition to religious training, he instilled in them a determination to seek education and economic improvement. 

April 20, 2025 at 7:00 a.m.
Pastor James Harley's Sermon: "God is not dead"
Scripture Lesson:
Old Testament: Psalm 34:1-7
New Testament: John 20:1-18

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"A journey of Faith, Hope, and Love"

Freedom Presbyterian Church encourages community involvement through relationships with other religious institutions, and select charitable and civic agencies and organizations.

Freedom Presbyterian Church
News and Information

Our Pastor

  • Pastor James M. Harley

The Session

  • Ernestine C. Merchant, Elder
  • Anita Linney, Clerk of Session
  • Jerry L. Morrison, Elder
  • Ronnie Grimes, Elder
  • Valeria Campbell, Elder

service times

  • Sunday Morning Worship Service  -  9:30 a.m. 
  • Thursday Night Bible Study - 5:00

scholarships

  • As one of its missions, Freedom Presbyterian Church is offering the Samuel Hall 47 Years a Slave Scholarship. Click here to learn more.

2025 Events

  • January 19th: MLK Devotion
  • February 23rd: Poor Man Dinner
  • March 9th: Big Hat
  • March 16th: 10th Women in Red
  • March 23rd Women of the Bible
  • April 17th: Last 7 Words
  • April 20th: Sunrise Service
  • April 27th: Gospel Program
  • May 11th: Mother’s Day
  • May 25th: Memorial Day Program
  • June 15th: Father’s Day
  • June 22nd: Summer Fest
  • August 17th: Women’s Conference
  • September 21st: Men’s Conference
  • October 20th: Pink Sunday
  • November 3rd: Church Anniversary
  • November 4th & 5th: Revival
  • November 24th: Thanksgiving Celebration with Neighboring Churches
  • December: Tree Trimming
  • December 22nd: Christmas Dinner

Contact Us

 

 

Physical Address: 1321 Turnersburg HWY  Statesville NC 28625

 

Mailing Address: PO BOX 6331 Statesville NC 28687

 

 

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