Northside Baptist pastor retires after more than 27 years

December 19, 2025

David Byrd, who has served as pastor of Northside Baptist Church, Jasper, for more than 27 years, is retiring Dec. 31.

Westside Baptist in Jasper celebrates 100th anniversary

December 19, 2025

Westside Baptist Church, Jasper, celebrated its 100th anniversary Nov. 9. Special music was provided by the choir.

Concord Baptist in Albertville

December 19, 2025

Concord Baptist Church, Albertville, recognized Gerald Gardner for his 40 years of service as a deacon Dec. 7.

Pine Level Baptist in Louisville celebrates 150th anniversary

December 17, 2025

Pine Level Baptist Church, Louisville, celebrated its 150th anniversary Oct. 11–12.

Central Baptist in Florence celebrates 125th anniversary

December 17, 2025

Central Baptist Church, Florence, celebrated its 125th anniversary Nov. 23.

Camp Ground Baptist in Ozark celebrates 175th anniversary

December 17, 2025

Camp Ground Baptist Church, Ozark, celebrated its 175th anniversary Sept. 28. Al Sonanstine, a former pastor, was the guest preacher, and Chris Woodall, another former pastor, led in prayer and recounted the history of the church.

Piney Grove Baptist in Ardmore celebrates 175th anniversary

December 17, 2025

Piney Grove Baptist Church, Ardmore, celebrated its 175th anniversary Nov. 9. During the service video greetings were shown from three former pastors: Joe Plunkett, Ray Stonecypher and Aaron Armstrong, who also gave the closing prayer.