BIBB ASSOCIATION
On June 2, Mount Carmel Baptist Church, West Blocton, celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Former pastor Milton Simpson was the guest speaker. Kenny Hatcher, who was ordained at Mount Carmel Baptist, sang special music and Betty Reach was the guest pianist.
Joan Jennings presented the church history including history of the church bell which is rung every Sunday.
Johnie Sentell, representing the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission, presented a plaque to the church. Bill Russell, associational missions director for Bibb Baptist Association brought greetings to the church, and Charles Dean presented a resolution from the Alabama Senate on behalf of Sen. Cam Ward.
“It was a fantastic time,” said music director Gary Monk. “We had between 175 and 200 people attend.” Tim Jennings is pastor.
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