Church History
God's vision for New Birth Worship Center took shape in 2005, Pastor Earlie Dixon and his wife, gospel recording artist First Lady Lutrille Dixon, established New Birth Worship Center at 403 West 22nd Street in Anderson, Indiana. This non-denominational church was a labor of love for Pastor Dixon, a former contractor and carpenter who fully renovated the building. As a trailblazer, community leader, and activist, Pastor Dixon focused on community engagement and outreach throughout his ministry. He is a graduate of Akron University, where he was a basketball athlete with an academic focus in Criminal Justice.
In 2010, Pastor Dixon envisioned a community center in Anderson. Inspired by the Excel Center in Indianapolis, he became the Co-Founder of what is now known as the Impact Center in Anderson. His innovation and legacy will always be remembered, even after his departure in early 2020.
When the COVID-19 pandemic led to lockdowns and service restrictions in the spring of 2020, many churches closed their doors. However, New Birth persevered through the heartache and pain of the stain COVID left, but continued to be blessed. By 2022, the church was in full stride, shifting to an "Hour of Power" worship service and a weekly "Daily Bread" to meet the temporal ministry needs of members and newcomers, with plans for expanded services and ministries.
In 2023, Pastor Dixon with prayer sought the Lord for a helper. A man of God to pass the baton to and take the church to new heights. He expressed, "I was looking for someone with a fresh perspective while reaching the younger generation and one who could meet the demands of modern technology that could help streamline the church and ministry for physical and Spiritual growth."
Two years later, after 21 years of faithful service, Pastor Dixon steps alongside Rev. W. F. Rayford Jr., his spiritual son in the Gospel. In the summer of 2025 the search was over and the prayers were answered, with praise from the congregation Pastor Dixon hand chose Rev. Rayford to be his successor, the next Senior Pastor/ CEO of New Birth Worship Center with a Pastor Installation to come after the first of the year 2026. Pastor Dixon will transitionally pass the torch upon the completion of his succession planning with Pastor Rayford and step down from leadership to Emeritus (an honorary title meaning "earned one's discharge") where he set his sights on full retirement with his beloved wife, Mother Lutrille Dixon of 40 years on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Pastor Rayford, an Anderson native a passionate and seasoned pastor with great travail has over 20+ years in ministry.
Alongside Pastor Rayford is his wife of over 17 years, Talisha D. Rayford, also indigenous to Anderson, IN. Both grew up in this very neighborhood they will now be serving in with their five children together: Kendra (16), Kyera (15), Kederick (14), Kamari (11), and Korbin (8).
This next phase in their journey is truly exciting, and we are looking forward to what God has in store for New Birth. This ministry will soar far!
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