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Founding and Early Years

In November 2004, a small group of dedicated believers, led by Rev. Earlie Dixon, came together with the mission to create a Non-Traditional, Non-Judgmental, and Practical Church for the Unchurched. With only eight Charter members, a generous contribution from a friend of the ministry, and steadfast prayer, the vision for New Birth Worship Center took root. The church’s first public service was held on February 5, 2005, at 403 West 22nd Street in Anderson, Indiana. Rev. Earlie Dixon, accompanied by his wife, gospel recording artist First Lady Lutrille Dixon, established the church in a fully renovated building. On March 9, 2005, Rev. Dixon was ordained and installed as pastor, dedicating himself to community engagement and outreach. A graduate of Akron University and former contractor and carpenter, Pastor Dixon’s leadership was marked by a commitment to service and activism.

Leadership Transition and Growth

In 2023, Pastor Dixon began seeking a successor through prayer, asking the Lord for a helper to carry the church into a new season. After 21 years of faithful service, in the early summer of 2025, Pastor Dixon introduced Rev. W. F. Rayford Jr.—his spiritual son in the Gospel—as the next Senior Pastor and CEO of New Birth Worship Center. Rev. Rayford’s selection was fully embraced, met with warmth and excitement by the congregation. Rev. Dixon has stepped back from his head leadership role, transitioned toward semi-retirement, standing side-by-side with Pastor Rayford, ministry partner, friend, and confidant as he prepares for his status as Pastor Emeritus-Founder completing the transition following the 21st Pastor & Church Anniversary, Sunday, February 15, 2026. At the anniversary service he named Rev. W. F. Rayford Jr as his successor and the new Senior Pastor/ Overseer-CEO of New Birth Worship Center after the unanymous vote was carried and he was accepted as the next Senior Pastor by his new congregation.

Looking Ahead: Continued Service and New Leadership

As full retirement has taken root, Rev. Dixon looks forward to dedicating more time to his wife of 40 years, Sis. Lutrille Dixon, but will remain actively involved in New Birth Worship Center. He will continue supporting the ministry through pastoral care and other areas, while Sis. Dixon will proudly serve as Mother of the Church, President of the Mother Board. Their ongoing commitment underscores their faithful dedication to both God and their church family.

Rev. Rayford, a seasoned pastor and Anderson native with over 20 years of ministry experience, steps into leadership alongside his wife, Sis. Talisha D. Rayford, Lady T, and their five children together. Both Pastor Rayford and Lady T, are rooted in the same neighborhood and community they now serve, further strengthening the church’s connection to its neighborhood of over 20 years.

The Next Chapter

The New Birth Worship Center community looks forward to an exciting future, filled with anticipation for what God has planned. With new leadership and a growing young and vibrant congregation, the ministry is positioned to thrive and reach new heights as it enters this next chapter in its journey.

"A church for the un-churched"