ICYMI: TAB Media’s top stories of 2025
January 1, 2026
Every December, our TAB Media team takes the time to look back and assess some of the stories we published in print and online for
Longtime pastor Loper dies at 85
December 29, 2025
James Ivaloy Loper, a longtime Alabama Baptist pastor, died Dec. 27. He was 85. Loper served his country in the U.S. Army for two years,
Retired missionary, minister Bob Hunt dies Dec. 19
December 20, 2025
The family will welcome visitors from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, at FBC Guntersville (1000 Gunter Avenue). A brief memorial service will be held at the church beginning at 5 p.m.
Vestavia Hills Baptist in Decatur celebrates 50th anniversary
December 19, 2025
Vestavia Hills Baptist Church, Decatur, celebrated its 50th anniversary Oct. 26. Danny Duncum, former music minister, sang a solo, and current music minister Steve Yarborough led the congregation in singing traditional hymns.
Union Chapel Baptist in Ethelsville celebrates 125th anniversary
December 19, 2025
Union Chapel Baptist Church, Ethelsville, celebrated its 125th anniversary, Oct. 18, with an afternoon community-wide event that included games, hot dogs and chili.
Big Springs Baptist in Roanoke celebrates 175th anniversary
December 19, 2025
Big Springs Baptist Church, Roanoke, celebrated its 175th anniversary Dec. 7. Scott Hannah, a former pastor, was the guest preacher.
Mount Zion Baptist in Alexander City calls new pastor
December 19, 2025
Chuck Stewart is the new pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church, Alexander City. He previously served at Jacksons Gap Baptist Church.
Mount Zion Baptist in Alexander City celebrates 175th anniversary
December 19, 2025
Mount Zion Baptist Church, Alexander City, celebrated its 175th anniversary Oct. 19. Steve Lucy, a former youth minister, was the guest preacher, and special music was provided by Tru Faith Quartet.
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