Originally known as Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, this congregation was organized on July 6, 1879, by elders Josiah Leake and S.C. Talley and 16 charter members: J.C., Isabel, and Sarah Martin; W.L. Pierce; J.P. and M.F. Giles, William Hendricks; William and N.L. John; M.E. Ratliff; W.K. Yarbrough; R.F. and M.E. Lattner; M.C. Steward; Allice Godfrey; and Melvina Killey. Early worship services were held in the Muskrat School and under an arbor. A sanctuary was built in 1924-25. Sunday school facilities and a parsonage were added later. This church has served Avalon for over 100 years.