Woodlawn Baptist Church
is all about HIM
and His name is Jesus!

What we believe at
Woodlawn Baptist Church

From the Pastor:

Welcome to Woodlawn Baptist Church. We are grateful that you have taken the time to learn more about our church family. At Woodlawn, our mission is simple: to know Jesus, love Him, and make Him known. Everything we do is centered on the life-changing hope found in Him.

As you explore the information below, you’ll find an overview of the biblical truths that guide our faith, worship, and ministry. These beliefs shape who we are as a church and our commitment to faithfully following God’s Word.

Whether you are searching for a church home, have questions about the Christian faith, or are simply learning more about Woodlawn, we would be honored to connect with you. We invite you to join us for a worship service and experience firsthand the fellowship, encouragement, and worship that make Woodlawn Baptist Church a special place to grow in your relationship with Christ.

We look forward to meeting you.

– Pastor Richard Louviere

Baptist Faith and Message 2000

At Woodlawn Baptist Church, our beliefs are rooted in Scripture and align with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, the doctrinal statement adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention. This confession of faith provides a clear summary of the biblical convictions that guide our teaching, ministry, and mission. Click the button below to learn more.

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The Bible

The Bible is God’s Word to all people. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. Because it was inspired by God, the Bible is truth without any mixture of error and is completely relevant to our daily lives.

Deuteronomy 4:1-2; Psalms 119:11, 89, 105; Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 22:29; John 5:39;16:13-15; 17:17; Romans 15:4; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; Hebrews 1:1-2; 4:12; 1 Peter 1:25; 2 Peter 3:16

The Church

The Church is a local community of baptized believers unified through faith in Christ. It is committed to the teachings of Christ and obeying all of His commands, and it seeks to bring the Gospel to the world. The Church works together in love and unity, intent on the ultimate purpose of glorifying Christ.

Matthew 16:18-19; 18:15-20; Acts 2:41-47; 5:11-14; 13:1-3; 14:23; 16:5; 20:28; 1 Corinthians 7:17; 9:13-14; 12; Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:19-22; 3:10-12; 5:22-32;Colossians 1:18; 3:15; 1 Timothy 4:14; 1 Peter 5:1-4; Revelation 21:2-3

Salvation

The blood of Jesus Christ, shed on the cross, provides the only way of salvation through the forgiveness of sin. Salvation occurs when people place their faith in the death and resurrection of Christ as sufficient payment for their sin. Salvation is a gift from God, and it cannot be earned through our own efforts.

Isaiah 1:18; 53:5-6; 55:7; Matthew 1:21; 27:22-66, 28:1-6; Luke 1:68-69; 2:28-32;John 1:12; 3:16, 36; 5:24; Acts 2:21; 4:12; 16:30-31; Romans 1:16-18; 3:23-25; 5:8-10; 6; 1 Corinthians 1:18; 2 Corinthians 5:17-20; Galatians 2:20; 3:13; Ephesians 2:8-10; Philippians 2:12-13; Hebrews 9:24-28; Revelation 3:20

God has existed in relationship with Himself for all eternity. He exists as one substance in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Although each member of the Trinity serves different functions, they each possess equal power and authority.

Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 61:1; Matthew 28:19; Mark 1:9-11; Luke 1:35; John 5:21-23; 14:10, 16; Romans 8:9-11; 1 Corinthians 8:6; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Hebrews 1:8-10; James 2:19

God is great: He is all powerful, all knowing, ever present, unchanging, completely worthy of our trust, and above all, holy. It is in Him that we live, move and exist. God is good: He is our Father. He is loving, compassionate, and faithful to His people and His promises.

Exodus 3:14; Numbers 23:19; Leviticus 11:44-45; 19:2; Psalm 11:4-6; Malachi 3:6;John 3:16; 4:24; 5:26; 14:1; Acts 17:28; Romans 3:3-4

Jesus Christ is completely human but, at the same time, completely God. He is the only plan for bringing people who are far from God back into a right relationship with God. He lived a perfect life, so that He could be a substitution for us in satisfying God’s demands for perfection. He defeated death in His resurrection so that we could have life.

Isaiah 7:14; 53; Matthew 1:18-23; 3:17; 8:29; 14:33; 16:16; 28:5-6; Luke 22:70;24:46-47; John 1:1, 14; 10:30; 11:25-27; 17:1-5; Acts 1:9; 2:22-24; 7:55-56; Romans 1:3-4; 3:23-26; 8:1-3; 10:4; 1 Corinthians 8:6; 2 Corinthians 5:19-21; Gal 4:4-5;Philippians 2:5-11; Colossians 1:15; 2:9; 1 Timothy 2:5-6; 3:16

His presence assures us of our relationship with Christ. He guides believers into all truth and exalts Christ. He convicts people of their sin, God’s righteousness, and the coming judgment. He comforts us, gives us spiritual gifts, and makes us more like Christ.

Genesis 1:2; Psalms 51:11; 139:7 ff.; Isaiah 61:1-3; Joel 2:28-32; Mark 1:10; Lk 1:35;4:1; 11:13; 12:12; John 15:26; 16:7-14; Acts 1:8; 2:1-4; 13:2; Romans 8:9-11, 14-16,26-27; 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:13-14; 2 Peter 1:21; Revelation 22:17

Man was created to exist forever. He will exist either 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 Heaven. Heaven and Hell are places of eternal existence.

John 3:16, 36; Romans 6:23; 1 John 2:25; 5:11-13; Revelation 20:15

Man is made in the image of God and is the supreme object of His creation. Man was created to have fellowship with God but became separated in that relationship through sinful disobedience. As a result, man cannot attain a right relationship with God through his own effort. Every human personality is uniquely created, possesses dignity, and is worthy of respect and Christian love.

Genesis 1:26-30; 2:7, 18-22; 3; Psalms 8:3-6; 32:1-5; 51:5; Isaiah 6:5; Jeremiah 17:5;Acts 17:26-31; Romans 1:19-32; 3:10-18, 23; 5:6; 6:6; 7:14-25; 1 Corinthians 1:21-31; 15:19, 21-22; Ephesians 2; Colossians 1:21-22; 3:9-11

Christian baptism is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It is an act of obedience symbolizing the believer’s faith in a crucified, buried, and risen Saviour, the believer’s death to sin, the burial of the old life, and the resurrection to walk in newness of life in Christ Jesus. It is a testimony to his faith in the final resurrection of the dead. Being a church ordinance, it is prerequisite to the privileges of church membership and to the Lord’s Supper.

The Lord’s Supper is a symbolic act of obedience whereby members of the church, through partaking of the bread and the fruit of the vine, memorialize the death of the Redeemer and anticipate His second coming.

Matthew 3:13-17; 26:26-30; 28:19-20; Mark 1:9-11; 14:22-26; Luke 3:21-22; 22:19-20; John 3:23; Acts 2:41-42; 8:35-39; 16:30-33; 20:7; Romans 6:3-5; 1 Corinthians 10:16,21; 11:23-29; Colossians 2:12.

A successful team beats with one heart

Pastor Richard Louviere

A native of Welsh, Louisiana, Pastor Richard Louviere has served as pastor of Woodlawn Baptist Church since 2010. He attended Caskey School of Divinity in Alexandria, Louisiana, and has a heart for sharing the love of Jesus both within the church and throughout the community.

Pastor Richard is married to Terri McCloud Louviere, and together they have three daughters and five grandchildren. Beyond preaching, he enjoys serving alongside the Praise Team, preparing some of his favorite Louisiana dishes for church fellowships, and sharing his Cajun heritage as a fluent Cajun French speaker.

Pastor Richard believes that Woodlawn Baptist Church is called to demonstrate the love of Jesus wherever they go, not just within the walls of the church. His motto captures that mission well: “Woodlawn Baptist Church — Where it’s all about Him and His name is Jesus!”

Paula Clemmons

Paula Clemmons

Worship Leader
Will Dunham

Will Dunham

Youth Pastor
Cheryl Winfrey

Cheryl Winfrey

Children’s Director
Karolyn LaCour

Karolyn LaCour

Custodian
Duane Clemmons

Duane Clemmons

Deacon Chairman
Jody Miller

Jody Miller

Deacon
Sheldon Hebert

Sheldon Hebert

Deacon
Earl Perrin

Earl Perrin

Deacon

Church History

  • 1933

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    Mission Established

    Woodlawn Baptist Church started as a mission in September 1933 under First Baptist Church of Welsh and Iowa.  The Rev. H.H. Stagg was pastor. A tent revival was held and Rev. Fletcher Hart was the evangelist.

  • 1936 - 1946

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    Getting Started

    Between 1936 – 1946, Woodlawn met for Sunday School and Worship in an unused school building while the members raised money for their building fund. The church was led by Rev. St. Clair Bower from 1936-1942 and Rev. L.A. Stagg from 1942-1946.

  • 1946

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    VBS & Training Union

    In 1946, the first Vacation Bible School was held and the members began meeting for Training Union to grow and disciple the members. Bro. Lewis Grant, Pastor of FBC Iowa, became the Interim Pastor.

  • 1949

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    Established as Church

    In 1949, Woodlawn Mission organized into a church on September 1, with forty-seven Charter Members, six elected Deacons, and seven Trustees.

    A ground breaking ceremony was held and construction began with a dedication service on March 5, 1950.

  • 1963-2009

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    Various Pastors & Fenton Mission

    Fenton Baptist Church requested to become a mission of Woodlawn Baptist Church during this time.

    In 1975, eight lots were purchased adjacent to the church and Woodlawn members voted to form a building committee to build a Fellowship Hall. Renovations were also made to the parsonage over the years.

    Pastors through this time period: Bro. James Mallard, Bill Long, B.A. Sigler, Charles Winstead, Don Willis, Ricky Byargeon, David Ellis, Benny Billings, Raymond Shawa, Dore Langley, Bob Colquette, Jerry Johnson, as well as many interim pastors.

  • 2004 - 2007

    Church Burns Down

    The church caught fire due to arson and damages the church to an unusable state.  Services were held in the fellowship hall until 2007 when the work on the sanctuary was completed.

  • 2010

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    Pastor Richard Louviere

    Bro. Richard Louviere became pastor in 2010.

    Under his leadership, the RA’s, GA’s, and Mission Friends became active once again.

    Chris McNamee joined the staff as Youth Minister for grades 6-12.

  • 2020

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    COVID & Hurricanes

    The COVID pandemic caused church services to move online.

    Bro. Richard preached from his home using an iPad every Sunday morning. He surprised the members viewing online as he and Music Director, Bryan Maddox, brought Easter Service in an empty Woodlawn Baptist church via Facebook Live on April 12, 2020.

    Hurricanes Laura and Delta hit SWLA, leaving many people in the area with damage to their homes.

  • Present

    Thriving

    The church continues to thrive in the small community of Woodlawn, LA.  We are so thankful for the members that are active and dedicated, both those of yesteryear and those today.  “Where it’s all about Him!”

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