About Kirby Woods

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Our history

Kirby Woods Baptist Church has existed since April 19, 1981 and was started by a group of Christian businessmen who sought to see a church started in East Memphis. Central Church had outgrown their building on Poplar Ave. and desired to sell to another church. The Christian businessmen seized the opportunity and purchased the property for the would-be Kirby Woods Baptist Church. Since then, the property has expanded and grown to the current facility you see today. The pastors in Kirby Woods’ history are Bill Darnell (1981-1986), John Keller (1986-1988), Bob Pitman (1988-2008), Jim Collier (2008-2017), Thad Key (2018-2019), and Jared Kress (2022-Present). For a history of the founding and early years of Kirby Woods’ history, click the button below for a special podcast.

History Podcast

WHAT WE BELIEVE

Kirby Woods is a Southern Baptist church and we affirm the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. If you would like to read more about what we believe, please click on the button below for a link to that statement of faith.

Core Beliefs - BF&M 2000

THE GOSPEL

The gospel is the good news that through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we can be made right with a holy God. For a longer explanation of the gospel, our pastor has written up a one-page summary statement for additional clarity.

What is the Gospel

OUR VISION

At Kirby Woods, we desire to be a church where every member is on a path toward maturity in Christ and is equipped to follow Him wherever He leads. Click the button below to find out more about our vision and values.

Learn More

About Membership

Are you curious about membership at Kirby Woods? If so, we recommend you go to our membership page for more information. For quick access to our membership pledge packet, click the button below.

Membership packet

OUR BYLAWS

Our constitution and bylaws are the structures that we use to govern the operations of our church. These are made available to all members. You can read through our current bylaws by clicking on the button below.

Read Our Bylaws

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about our church or beliefs, please fill out this form and our staff will get in contact with you as soon as possible.