- 336-227-4632
- 4039 Markwood Drive Burlington, NC 27215
We offer a community of faith, hope and love to each other, our city, and to the world.
In late September of 2022, the deadliest hurricane to strike the state of Florida since 1935, made landfall. Hurricane Ian had sustained winds of 150mph and was listed as a category 4 hurricane. This massive hurricane killed 149 people in Florida and destroyed Sanibel Island, Ft. Myers Beach and Pine Island. On March 11, 2023 a team from Bellemont will be traveling to Ft. Myers Beach, FL to help homeowners with damage that was sustained from Hurricane Ian. We will be under the guidance of Praying Pelican Ministries. It will be a week of service to the folks of Ft. Myers as well as a week of ministry, love, compassion and fun. Please pray for our team of nine, the people of Ft. Myers as well as Praying Pelican Ministries.
Hi! I’m Haley!
Anyone that knows me knows that I love animals and being outside! I have 2 dogs, 2 bunnies, and 6 fish tanks full of all kinds of watery-type animals. When I’m not with the kids or tending to my mini zoo, I’m out working at the farmer’s market! I have been working with the Excel Program for 5 years (2 as Director and 3 as teacher) and have worked in childcare for over 10 years.
Joe started with Bellemont’s custodial team in July of 2023. He is originally from the great state of Rhode Island, and previously served on the custodial team at Front Street UMC in Burlington. After the retirement of Herman Quick, Joe took over as sole custodian for all of Bellemont’s Facilities. Joe is a delightful person with an exuberant personality. He is as friendly as they come and brightens our days. If you see him around the building, stop and say, “Hello.”
Hi there! I’m the Children’s Pastor here at Bellemont, and I absolutely love what I do!
I’ve been part of Bellemont since I was a little girl, so this church truly feels like home. I’m married to my husband Brian, and we have two wonderful kids, Alex and Sydney. I also have the sweetest grandson, Eli, who has completely stolen my heart!
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,“Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
– Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
Dr. Richard D. Booker and his wife, Jennifer, are natives of Greensboro, NC. They now live in Burlington with their 5 daughters (3 biological and 2 adopted), Kaleigh, Kemberling, Regan, Luna, and Alexa. They love spending time together as a family.
Richard began as Lead Pastor of Bellemont in January of 2024. He previously served as Pastor of Zion Methodist, GMC (2016-2023), Rock Creek UMC (2011 to 2016), and as Children’s Minister at Bellemont (2005-2011). Before coming into the Methodist Church, Richard served as Associate Pastor of Children’s and Family Ministries at Fishermen’s House Church (1998-2003) in Tulsa, and in evangelism ministries at Cathedral of His Glory in Greensboro (1993-1995). He has a passion for children and youth ministries, missions and evangelism, and a love for rural churches.
Richard has a degree in Early Childhood Development from Alamance Community College, a Bachelors in Technical Writing from North Carolina A&T, a Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School, and recently earned his Doctor of Ministry in Christian Leadership with an emphasis on community development. He is fellow of the Thriving Rural Communities program at Duke and is committed to revitalizing the rural churches of North Carolina.
Richard is an avid movie buff and a huge fan of classic cartoons. His passions also include history, writing, music, hiking, and spending time with family. His favorite catch phrase is Carpe Diem (seize the day), right after Carpe Pizza (dude…let’s get some pizza)!.
