New Harmony Baptist Church, Luverne, celebrated its 175th anniversary July 13. It is the oldest active church in Crenshaw County. Danny Duncan, a former member, was the guest speaker.
James Norman, a deacon and the church pianist, presented the history of the church and provided special music during the service. The church was honored with two presentations by Jack Anderson, the associational missionary for Alabama-Crenshaw Association, and Jim Lambert, a commissioner for the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission.
Malcolm Butts, who has been the pastor for 20 years, accepted the plaques on behalf of the church.
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