1988
Triangle
Baptist Church in Nederland, Texas was founded in the Spring of 1988.
A dedicated group of men and women gathered together
with a common vision and concern: To see God’s
Word
spread throughout the Golden Triangle region of
Southeast Texas. Mr. Mike Oppizzi served
as pastor during that early period.
In the fall of 1988, Pastor Mike
was
succeeded by Pastor Brice Mandaville. Under
Pastor Brice’s leadership, the fledgling church became
firmly established, seeing growth both spiritually
and in new members.
1992
In the spring of 1992, the doors to the
present facilities were opened. As our
congregation
continued to grow in the following years, an
emphasis on evangelism and discipleship helped to
build relationships as the church continued to reach
out to Nederland and surrounding communities.
2001
In the fall of 2001, after 12 years as pastor, God
called Pastor Brice to serve at another church.
Mr. Chris Ruwaldt was called as the third pastor of
Triangle Baptist. Continuing the emphasis on Biblical
preaching, Pastor Chris served for two years.
2005
Mr. Eric Armstrong was called as pastor
in the summer of 2005, after we had diligently
sought God's will for more than 15 months.
In
September, Hurricane Rita left her imprint on
much of the surrounding area, including parts of
the Triangle Baptist church building. Through God's mercy and providence, damage
was repaired and hope renewed.
Today
It is our prayer the Lord
continue to lead and display His wonderful grace in
our congregation. Our members see His guiding hand
and are humbled and thankful for His providential
hand in our past, present, and future. Praise
Him for His glorious work!
