Oldfield Baptist Church, Sylacauga, celebrated its 75th anniversary Sept. 14.
Special guests included Rick Patrick, pastor of First Baptist Church Sylacauga, who spoke about the establishment of Oldfield Baptist as a mission church of FBC; Wes Johnson, Coosa River Association’s director of missions, who affirmed and encouraged the congregation; and Braxton Baker, a missionary to Nicaragua, who thanked the congregation for their support.
Pastor Danny Cotton presented certificates of appreciation to church leaders. Special music was provided by Bill Henderson, Courtlyn Hay and Aasia Pruitt. The church received a commemorative plaque presented by Roger Willmore, a commissioner for the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission, with Cotton and deacon Randy Brazier accepting the honor. Everyone present received a personalized tote bag that contained a calendar and note pad. Historical photos and newspaper articles also were on display.
A DVD of the celebration will soon be available. A fellowship lunch followed the service.
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