Smyrna Gospel Ministries was established in 1986 in the modest home of Brother Glen and Sister Anna Ford in southern West Virginia as a result of the need to share the gospel. The house soon outgrew its ability to meet the needs of the group, and a chapel was constructed. Later a fellowship hall was built, followed by our print shop and office facilities. A publishing ministry was begun in 1991, and today we have our own print shop and facilities to hold meetings. The name Smyrna was adopted from the second church in the book of Revelation which only received a commendation from Christ and no reproofs. This was the goal of the original members and continues to be the goal of active members today. We have no ties to any government, asking no favors and offering no compromises.

Our Mission

Our work and mission is to carry out the gospel commission of Christ to help others understand the Bible and the God of the Bible better. We believe the gospel includes the teachings of the entire Bible, and the Bible is our only rule of faith. Our ministry is especially dedicated to the publishing phase of the gospel ministry. We write, print, and publish tracts, books, and the magazine Old Paths, which is mailed freely. The paper is dedicated to the propagation and restoration of the principles of truth that God gave the early Seventh-day Adventist pioneers. Duplication of it is not only permitted but strongly encouraged.

We also produce video presentations and broadcasts that promote the gospel message, including God’s plan for good health. We believe that God, at times, gives his servants the power to heal the sick but also that he has given to humanity eight natural remedies through which good health is promoted.

Smyrna Gospel Ministries is not only a local church fellowship but is also a part of the 1889 HSDA Church. We especially have a burden for the “lost sheep of the house of Israel.”