In 1922, the cry of God, "Go build me a church," was heard in Columbus, Ohio.  The late Reverend Solomon M. Smith and his companion, the late Sister Ida Smith heard this call.  It was in August of 1922 that Reverend Solomon M. Smith, a few Christians and his immediate family, all baptized believers in Christ, dedicated and sincere in their desire to serve God, organized a local assembly to be known as The Friendship Baptist Church.  Among those who shared in this congregation were: Sisters Ida Smith, Emma Smith, Brother Hezekiah H. Smith, Deacons Stevenson, Mitchell, Pace, and Cumberlander.  The first meeting was held on the west side of Columbus in the home of Deacon Stevenson.  Friendship Baptist Church had a very humble beginning; it was not the outgrowth from another church.
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