The History of Coram Deo Bible Church

November 8, 2022
Seven men met in an apartment on 32nd Street to pray and seek God’s will regarding planting a new church in Joplin, MO (Philemon 1:2).

November 15
The very next week another prayer meeting happened, this time with 14 men showing up and committing to starting a church.

November 18
Incorporated in the state of MO

November 20
First service held in a garage. Brent Loyd preached and Alex Moore led worship. 65 people came and worshiped the Lord together.

November 21
Adopted bylaws

November 27
Started meeting at Dewelt Center by Ozark Christian College

December 4
Rob Signs appointed pastor and preached his first sermon at Coram Deo

December 11
Rob officially commissioned as a pastor by laying of hands at our sending church, the Anchor Bible Church in Redlands, CA (Titus 1:5)

January 2023
Elders from Anchor came to Joplin and spent a few days working with our leadership in helping set a biblical foundation for our church structure (Eph 2:20)

March
Appointed elders ; moved to Koinonia building

August 31
Church membership established with a large portion of the church becoming members

November 19
One year celebration of the Lord’s faithfulness! Witnessed and celebrated 4 baptisms year to date. The Church consists of roughly around 100 people in total and is growing. Established discipleship programs for all groups of people. Look forward to what the Lord has in store for us in 2024.