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Biblical teaching & vibrant worship
We would love to welcome you into our community! Whether you are new to the area or looking for a place to grow in faith, we invite you to join us for worship and fellowship. Our Worship Services take place at 11:00 AM on Sundays, and Sunday School is held at 10:00 AM on Sundays as well.
Stay connected with us on Facebook, where we post all our updates and keep you informed of any changes to our regular schedule. We look forward to meeting you!
History & Beliefs
By God’s mercy and providence, our church has been at this location since 1843. We seek to be a Christ-centered congregation by loving God and showing His grace to those around us. We believe that faith in Jesus Christ for the redemption of our sins is the only way to receive salvation and eternal life with God (John 3:16; John 14:6; Romans 6:23). We also believe that the truths of Scripture speak clearly into every season of life, offering wisdom, comfort, and direction for all who desire to study the Bible and grow in their understanding of God’s Word (2 Timothy 3:15–17).
At ELBC, you can expect services and Bible studies grounded in clear Bible teachings, with expository preaching and applicable systematic theology that help us walk faithfully in our daily lives (Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 3:5–6; 2 Peter 1:3–4, 20–21). Through worship, fellowship, and Bible study, our desire is to help you know Christ more deeply. We enjoy singing both modern and ancient hymns and aim to be an active presence in our community—showing God’s grace to families and individuals for His glory.
Let us walk together in faith as we learn, grow, and continue to study God’s Word.
Christ centered ministry since 1843
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Our Pastors/Elders
PASTOR/ELDER: Isaac Crockett
Before coming to East Lawrence Baptist, Pastor Isaac pastored for over a decade and worked with several church planting teams and church revitalization ministries. He is also a co-host for Stand in the Gap TV and Stand in the Gap Today radio, both are ministries of the American Pastors Network.
Isaac holds an earned doctorate degree in Theology, a master’s degree in Pastoral Studies, and a bachelor’s degree in Christian Missions. He has done graduate work in the areas of theology, pastoral studies, marriage and family therapy, social work, hermeneutics and more at various seminaries and grad schools including Bob Jones Seminary, Evangelical Seminary (Myerstown, PA), Drexel University College of Medicine, Theological Seminary of the College of the Open Bible, and Princeton Theological Seminary.
Isaac’s wife, Jill, grew up less than 10 minutes away from our church, in Lindley, NY. Jill’s grandparents lived in Lawrenceville, PA. Isaac & Jill met at Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC, and were married in 2004 in Caton, NY. Isaac and Jill moved back to Caton, NY, in 2019. They home school their 3 children. The Crocketts enjoy kayaking and fishing at Lake Cowanesque as well as hiking the beautiful trails in the Twin Tiers region.
Pastor/Elder: Scott Burke
Scott Burke serves on staff at East Lawrence Baptist Church, where he previously served in various roles, including lead pastor. He graduated from Piedmont Baptist College in 2008 with a B.A. in Bible and was ordained to the gospel ministry in 2011. Scott has also spent over 25 years working as a software engineer, which has shaped his appreciation for clarity, structure, and faithfulness in both work and ministry.
Scott and his wife Ann have been married for over 30 years and are blessed with three daughters—Erin, Elizabeth, and Sarah. Erin is married to Abdul, and together they have twin daughters, Ara and Adi. Scott loves Jesus, loves studying and preaching God’s Word, and desires to help people grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. One of his favorite verses is Galatians 2:20: “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” In his free time, he enjoys good barbecue, coffee, music, Star Wars, and cheering for the Boston Celtics.
OUR OTHER LEADERSHIP:
We are blessed to have servant-hearted deacons who faithfully care for the practical and spiritual needs of our congregation as we seek to model biblical leadership (Acts 6 & 1 Timothy 3).
Matt Whiting
Matt is a godly man of deep character and unwavering commitment to Christ and His Church. He has served faithfully as our treasurer and a deacon. Matt is a lifelong resident of this area and he and his wife raised their family in Tioga County and their adult children are involved in godly churches too.
Dave Ballard
Dave is a devoted follower of Christ whose life reflects decades of faithful church service and caring for others in this community. Dave leads our hymn singing as well as being a trustee and deacon. He and his wife show a steady reliance on God’s Word and compassion for others.
