History

Hillendale Baptist Church, 13135 Hillendale Dr. Woodbridge, Va 22193

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During the 1960s, Dale City was a new town. Woodbridge had grown with continued development by the Hylton family. It was logical to begin a new community, which was called Dale City. Dale City Baptist Church was built in the area in 1968. 

Plans for a second Baptist Church was started at that time. Property was purchased on Hillendale Drive with a loan from the Baptist Extension Board. In early 1973, the Missions Committee of the Dale City Baptist Church was authorized by the Potomac Baptist Association to form a Pastor Selection Committee. This committee was charged with the responsibility to find a pastor to lead the new congregation. In July, Rev John A. Mann, then Associate Pastor of the Broadus Memorial Baptist Church in Richmond, was asked to be that pastor. 

The first worship service of Hillendale Baptist Church was held on October 7, 1973, in the Kerrydale Elementary School. Fifty-three persons united with the new church as its first members. 

The church was formally chartered and organized on October 5, 1975. At that time, there were 146 members. The church became a fully participating church in the Potomac Baptist Association and has remained so since. In 1975, the church elected deacons, adopted a constitution, and elected a Building Committee to oversee construction of the present Hillendale Baptist Church. The building was occupied on August 21, 1977.

On June 14, 1998, the new educational wing and fellowship hall was dedicated.  Reverend Hottel reminded the congregation of the reason for its existence:  "The purpose of this building is for us to come together and glorify God."

Pastors of Hillendale Baptist Church:

John A Mann, 1973-1985

Randy Yeager, 1986 (interim)

Barry Losey, 1987-April 16, 1990

David T. Hottel, May 1990-present

(Interim in 1990, called January 6, 1991 as pastor.)

 

Making a difference in the lives of people through the power of Jesus Christ. We do this through worship, education, witness and ministry in His world. Join us this week. Need more information? 703-590-3010. Email. Send suggestions, comments on site to Webmaster, Dr David Hottel. Last updated on May 10, 2010.