Lead Pastor


John McGuire: Pastor John McGuire is originally from Liberty, SC where he was a full-time firefighter prior to surrendering to vocational ministry. He was saved and originally felt called into ministry at the age of fourteen while attending an all boys missions education camp, Camp McCall, in Sunset, SC. He and his wife, Hannah, have been married just over 15 years and have five children. In his free time he enjoys coaching his children's sports, trout fishing, hiking, and backpacking. 


Pastor John McGuire was licensed and ordained at Open Door Baptist Church in Walhalla, South Carolina. Prior to coming to Lowe's Grove he was Senior Pastor of Lawrenceville Baptist Chapel in Northern NY, and Associate Pastor of Education for Open Door Baptist Church in Walhalla, SC.


Director of Music Ministry

Teresa Dotson: Teresa has served the Lord through Music Ministry for over 30 years. She began as accompanist in her home church in Galax, Virginia when she was 15 years old. Teresa has two boys (young men). Cory serves in the U.S. Army and is stationed in Washington State. Ryan attends Guilford College where he's majoring in Business Law. Teresa also serves as Administrative Coordinator for Tri West Baptist Network. 

Lowe's Grove Baptist Church

4430 South Alston Avenue

Durham, NC 27713

919-629-0085 text

919-544-1888 office