North East Baptist Church

North East Baptist Church Spirit-filled, Spirit-led, multigenerational, multicultural church in Durham, NC. Led by Pastor Claude Dunston.

08/25/2026

Flashback to August 2008

A memorable moment 18 years ago! Our church family honored then North East member and Olympian Mechelle Lewis - fresh from the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China as a member of the U.S. Track & Field team. The joy in the sanctuary was unmatched, especially as North East youth placed symbolic medals of faith around her neck, celebrating not just her athletic success but her faith, discipline, and God given purpose.

In the semifinal heat, Mechelle ran her Women’s 4x100 meter relay race with determination… holding firmly to the baton as she ran the second leg. But even more, she showed the world what it looks like to represent Christ with excellence — even when you watch your lifelong dream literally fall to the ground during the team’s next baton exchange, and you choose to respond with grace over anger and disappointment.

These photos remind us: run your race, trust God’s path, and press toward the goal.
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Medals of Faith Presented to Mechelle

Medal 1 — Psalm 119:105. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Medal 2 — Proverbs 3:5–6. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart… and He shall direct thy paths.

Medal 3 — Isaiah 40:31. They shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.

Medal 4 — Acts 20:24…that I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me…

Medal 5 — Hebrews 12:1. Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.

Medal 6 — 1 Peter 1:7–8…the trial of your faith… might be found unto praise and honor and glory…

Medal 7 — 1 Corinthians 9:24–25. Run in such a way as to get the prize… a crown that will last forever.

Medal 8 — Philippians 3:14. I press toward the goal to win the prize…

Medal 9 — 1 Corinthians 15:57. But thanks be to God! He gives us victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Medal 10 — 2 Timothy 4:7. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

08/24/2026

An Awesome Anniversary!

Rev. Dr. Randell Cain blessed the house with a powerful message, “When He Steps Out of the Pulpit,” reminding us that our Pastor's integrity, humility, and high-stepping praise don’t stop at the sanctuary doors — they follow him everywhere he goes.

We thank God for our Pastor, Rev. Claude W. Dunston, whose character speaks louder than any title, and whose life reflects the love of Christ both in and out of the pulpit.

Grateful for the celebration and for the close fellowship of Rev. and Mrs. Cain and the Zion Memorial Missionary Baptist Church family (Winston-Salem) who worshipped, praised and prayed alongside us.

Grateful for the Word. Grateful for our Pastor … and equally thankful for Lady Lisa Dunston, whose loving spirit, quiet strength, and willingness to serve and sacrifice blesses the entire North East church family as well.

08/22/2026

Tomorrow we celebrate. Today, let’s pray.

Sunday, August 23, North East celebrates the 9th Pastoral Anniversary of our Pastor Claude Wendell Dunston, a true prayer warrior who continually lifts up the Universal Church, our North East family, his own family, and the entire community. His ministry is rooted in shepherding and intercession — standing in the gap, calling on God’s protection, healing, and blessings for all of us.

When our Male Chorus ministers “Jesus Be a Fence”, in song tomorrow, it’s also a reminder of the very prayer Pastor prays over this church day after day: That God would surround us… Cover us… Keep us… Guide us.

North East, are you returning that same love? Right now take the time to pray for the man who prays for us — for renewed strength, fresh anointing, continued vision, and God’s covering over his life and leadership.

We thank God for Pastor Dunston’s faithful heart for service!

08/21/2026

God is still writing the story! Youth. Community. Impact.

North East Baptist Church is celebrating a tremendous honor! At the Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center Awards Ceremony at DPAC on August 19, North East received Top Honors in the Faith-Based Category — the 2026 Key Volunteer Award — recognizing the decades-long impact of our Weaver Street Youth Bible Study. Across Durham, Wake, Orange, and Chatham counties, North East was among 104 nominees in various award categories.

To God be the glory for this recognition and for 30 years of faithful community outreach to Weaver Street youth and families.

WATCH THE REEL. 90 seconds. Awards day at DPAC + Weaver Street ministry moments that show why this work matters. Stay to the end — you’ll feel it.

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BRIEF HISTORY
Our Weaver Street Youth Bible Study started as a theology studies pilot in 1996 by Rev. Clarence Burke (then a North East Associate Minister). Over the years the Bible Study has proactive actively engaged over 100 families - building deep relationships and offering spiritual support, encouragement, and meals. In 2025, 15–18 youth attended Bible Study weekly on Tuesday nights.

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08/18/2026

PRAISE PARTY • Sunday, August 16, 2026 Worship Service

North East's Sunday service turned into a full on Praise Party! God’s presence filled the room and His people responded with joy, dancing, shouting, and heartfelt worship. No formal invitation needed — when God moves, you just jump in.

North East, keep praising, keep lifting Him up, and keep letting your worship speak louder than your worries.

08/17/2026

A New Life in Christ at North East

Baptism is more than a moment — it’s a “YES!” declaration … Yes to Jesus, yes to forgiveness, yes to a brand new start.

Are you tired of running, tired of wandering, and tired of trying to fix life on your own? As we celebrate our newest member, let this be a gentle nudge to our heart. If God is tugging at you… If you’ve been thinking about getting it right with Him… If you’re unsure where you will spend eternity…Don’t wait! Jesus is calling your name today! Why delay the most important decision of your life on earth and where you will spend eternity?

North East Church is here to walk with you, pray with you, and help you take your next step toward new life in Christ Jesus.

08/12/2026

North East will celebrate the 9th Pastoral Anniversary of Rev. Claude Dunston and honoring Lady Lisa on Sunday, August 23 at 10 AM. We honor Pastor Dunston and Lady Lisa not only for their years of service, but for the countless prayers they have prayed over us, the guidance they have offered, and the love they have poured into our church family.

Excitement also builds as we welcome home anniversary messenger (and former North East member) Rev. Dr. Randell Cain, Pastor of Zion Memorial Missionary Baptist Church in Winston Salem.

We look forward to a powerful Word and a beautiful time of worship! Join us!

07/29/2026

Surrendered? Or Not?

North East and friends, let’s be real for a moment. Have we fully surrendered our ALL to God — or just the parts that feel comfortable?

We sing the praise & worship songs with passion… but does our daily walk match the lyrics we love? Do we consistently put Jesus first — in decisions, in habits, in relationships, in attitude? Do we honor Christ with our whole heart, or only when it’s convenient?

The Word calls us higher:

“Present your bodies a living sacrifice…” (Romans 12:1). Surrender isn’t partial. It’s complete. It’s daily. It’s costly.

“He must increase, but I must decrease.” (John 3:30). Humility isn’t optional. Christ must take precedence over our ego, our plans, our preferences.

“Submit to God. Resist the devil…” (James 4:7). Submission is power. Resistance is protection. Surrender is strength.

True surrender means:
- laying down our will;
- elevating Christ above everything;
- walking in holiness; Living out the gospel we sing; and
- choosing obedience over excuses.

Let’s stop giving God pieces of us. Let’s give Him ALL — heart, mind, lifestyle, worship, decisions, future - for real.

07/28/2026

Blessings In A Backpack

It’s Back-to School season for 2026-27 (with Durham’s year-round school already in session having started July 20th and traditional schools set to begin August 24th). North East is grateful to support the BackPack Buddies program year-round—providing children from low income households with 10–12 lbs. of nutritious, kid friendly food over holiday breaks and weekends.

North East volunteers purchase and deliver these items directly to Eastway Elementary here in Durham, ensuring students have what they need when school meals aren’t available. Members of our AIM small bible study coordinated North East's May 2026 outreach that supported many families over the summer break.

This is compassion in action. This is community. This is North East.

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3204 NC Highway 55
Durham, NC
27713

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

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+19195442142

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