Antioch Missionary Baptist in Cullman celebrates centennial

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, Cullman, celebrated its 100th anniversary Sept. 15. Special music was provided by the children’s choir and Brad and Sandra Pepper. A brief history of the church was shared by David Hadley. The church was honored with two commemorative plaques presented by Randy Makemson, East Cullman’s associational missionary, and Ken Blackwood (not shown), a commissioner for the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission and director of missions and ministries for Morgan Association. Deacon chair Mark Howse accepted the plaques on behalf of the church. Also present was the oldest living member of the church, Doug Maynard, 96. Booklets, letters, photos and a list of former pastors were on display. Jim Butts is pastor.