Greensport Baptist in Ashville celebrates 175th anniversary April 26

Greensport Baptist Church, Ashville, celebrated its 175th anniversary April 26. Special guests included Rick Lance, executive director of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, who was the guest speaker, and Danny Courson, St. Clair Baptist Association’s mission strategist.

The oldest members and family of former members were recognized during the service. Member Teresa Sanders shared the history of the church along with slides showing the previous church buildings. Special music was provided by Vince Hocutt, Cassie Patton, Tom Sanders, Gary Hanner and One Heart, Jan Pitts, Jeremy Watson, Ashley Mills, Mark Sanders and Emily Hanner. The church was honored with presentations by Lance and Bridgett Junkin, a commissioner of the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission, with pastor Michael Mills accepting the plaques on behalf of the congregation. Photos of former pastors and choir directors were displayed in the sanctuary. Lunch was served following the service.