Welcome to Toliver Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

Founded in July 1895 by Rev. I. Toliver in East Waco, our church began as a beacon of faith and hope in the community. The church purchased slightly more than four acres in East Waco in 1896. The congregation remained at that location until about 1900 when we moved to a sanctuary built across Price Street from this site. Early church members recalled that services were often interrupted by the sounds of interurban rail cars which ran along Price Street. The church prospered and in 1917 a new sanctuary was erected to accommodate an expanding membership. The church continued to grow and by the early 1940s boasted more than 1,100 members. In 1948, a new church building was erected at this site. Facilities which have been added over the years include an educational building and a music chapel. We are proud to be recognized by the Texas Historical Commission and featured on Waco's African-American Heritage Trail. Under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Jimmy D. Hunter, our senior pastor for over 24 years, we continue to serve our community with the same passion and dedication that has defined us for 130 years.