BESSEMER
Jared West is the new pastor of Grant Street Church, Bessemer. He was ordained at Grant Street on Sept. 24. He previously served as student minister for Grant Street. He holds a bachelor’s degree from The Baptist College of Florida in Graceville and is working on his master’s degree from the Birmingham Extension Center of New Orleans Seminary. He is married to Natalie.
Jared West called as new pastor of Grant Street Church
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