West Point Baptist Church establishes new scholarship
The congregation of West Point Baptist Church has established a new scholarship at William Carey University in honor of their pastor. The Marcus Cathey Ministry Scholarship will be awarded to an African-American, male student pursuing a degree in ministry at WCU’s Hattiesburg campus.
“The Cooper School of Missions and Ministry is grateful to West Point Church for making this scholarship possible. Marcus Cathey is an incredible pastor, preacher, community leader and friend,” said Dr. Brett Golson, dean of WCU’s Cooper School and vice president for spiritual development and church relations.
“West Point Church’s passion is to help God-called individuals spread the Good News of Jesus Christ – and this scholarship will provide support and assistance for students as they prepare for a life dedicated to the same goal.”
Marcus Cathey is the founding pastor of West Point Baptist Church, which held its first worship service on May 9, 1999. The church has grown from a small group that met at an old community center to a congregation of more than 2,000 people who built a large church on Hartfield Road.
“However, we don't hang our hats on a membership number," Cathey said. "Impacting lives is what drives the leadership at West Point. As long as there’s someone in the Pine Belt area who doesn’t know Jesus, we still have work to do!"
In the photo: Dr. Brett Golson of William Carey University, left, and Marcus Cathey, pastor of West Point Baptist Church.
