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Saints Home United Methodist Church is an inclusive community in Winston-Salem, NC, dedicated to sharing faith, hope, and love. We welcome everyone to grow together in Christ and serve our neighbors with compassion and joy
Vision
Our Vision is to share the love of Jesus in community and with neighbors one person at a time. This is a testament to our unwavering commitment to inclusivity and love. We believe that all Christians are saints, and our doors are open to all who seek prayer, fellowship, Bible study, and the experience of genuine love. These are the hallmarks of Saints Home United Methodist Church, a place where everyone is embraced and accepted.
Mission
Our Mission is to express the love of Jesus Christ in the community for the transformation of the world.
our History
Saints Home United Methodist Church finds its roots in the Methodist Episcopal Church (MEC), which later became the United Methodist Church in 1968 through the union of three streams of tradition:
- Methodism
- The United Brethren Church in Christ
- The Evangelical Association
Saints Home was established in the late 1800s by African-Americans deeply committed to peace, love, and unity.
In 1949, Saints Home was rebuilt from a wooden structure into a brick building and has continued to undergo renovations over the years. Today, we remain one of the most outstanding historic African-American churches in Winston-Salem.
Our church is inspired and motivated by the Word of God, especially these powerful scriptures:
“Behold how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity.”
— Psalm 133:1
“By this everyone will know you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.”
— John 13:35
A major milestone in our history came on May 15, 2023, when Mayor Allen Joines of Winston-Salem selected Saints Home to receive an Historical Marker, which was erected on church grounds in recognition of our outstanding role in the Boston-Thurmond Community.
Throughout our history, Saints Home has been blessed with outstanding and dynamic pastors who have faithfully guided our congregation.
Effective July 1, 2026, Dr. Joseph A. Bryant was appointed pastor of Saints Home United Methodist Church.
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10:00am
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Adult Sunday School
10:00 am
Sunday
Children’s / Youth Sunday School
11:30AM
Sunday
Worship Service
4:00PM
Friday
Prayer and Bible Study
The Reverend Doctor Joseph A. Bryant
The Reverend Dr. Joseph A. Bryant is a devoted servant of God whose ministry has spanned more than four decades of preaching, teaching, pastoral leadership, and community service. Widely respected as a pastor, scholar, theologian, educator, mentor, and community advocate, Dr. Bryant has dedicated his life to proclaiming the Gospel, developing leaders, and serving God’s people.
A native of Battleboro, North Carolina, Dr. Bryant received his early education through the Edgecombe County Public Schools. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, North Carolina; a Master of Divinity degree from Shaw University Divinity School in Raleigh, North Carolina; and a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He also completed the Course of Study at Saint Paul School of Theology in Leawood, Kansas, and the Advanced Course of Study at Duke Divinity School in Durham, North Carolina.
Dr. Bryant answered God’s call to ministry at the age of nineteen. He was licensed to preach on May 18, 1980, and ordained on October 6, 1984, by the Morning Star Baptist Church in Battleboro, North Carolina. On June 20, 2026, he was licensed as a Local Pastor in the Western North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church and appointed Pastor of St. Andrews United Methodist Church and Saints Home United Methodist Church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Bryant has served in numerous academic and administrative leadership roles. His service includes Director of the Master of Divinity Program, Graduate Program Coordinator, Chair of the Curriculum Committee, Member of the Graduate Council, Member of the Academic Council, and Director of the Center for Alternative Programs of Education (CAPE). In addition, he has served as a research faculty member and co-authored several national and international scientific journal publications.
Dr. Bryant’s exemplary leadership and commitment to ministry and community service have been recognized through numerous honors and awards. Among his most notable recognitions are the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, North Carolina’s highest civilian honor; the Key to the City of Reidsville; the J. Arthur Griggs Civil Rights Memorial Award presented by the Reidsville Branch of the NAACP; multiple civic proclamations by the City of Reidsville for recognizing his outstanding leadership and community service; Outstanding Pastor of the Year presented by the General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, Incorporated; the Church and Pastor of the Year Award and the Good Neighbor Award presented by the Lillian H. McLaurin Good Neighbor Association; the Pioneer Award presented by the Fisherman Conference; the President’s Award of Distinction from Shaw University Divinity School; and the Religious Meritorious Service Award from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Dr. Bryant is blessed to share life and ministry with his wife and high school sweetheart, Dora P. Bryant. An accomplished speaker and author, Mrs. Bryant has written three devotional books that highlight the lives and lessons of women in the Bible: Welcome to the Monday Morning Minute, Welcome Back to the Monday Morning Minute, and The Monday Morning Minute Journal.
Dr. and Mrs. Bryant reside in Stokesdale, North Carolina. They are the proud parents of three adult children—Velvet, Joseph II, and Phillip—and are blessed with two daughters-in-law, Kristina and Brittany. They are also the grateful grandparents of five cherished grandchildren: Cameron, Karter, Banks, Joseph III, and Laila.
Dr. Bryant’s ministry is characterized by a deep love for God’s Word, a genuine heart for God’s people, and an unwavering commitment to advancing the Kingdom of God. Through faithful service, he has guided congregations, strengthened communities, and encouraged believers to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Dr. and Mrs. Bryant are honored to serve alongside this august body of believers and look forward to worshiping, fellowshipping, and growing in grace with you, your family, and the surrounding community.
Our Leadership Team
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Bryant
Edward Irby
Joyce Irby
Norman Coleman
Jennifer Casey
Alice Miller
Outreach Committee Chairs
Martha Jo Campbell
Annette Sibley
Nurture Leader