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On Oct. 27, Bethel Baptist Church, Pleasant Grove, honored Pastor Rick Cato and his wife, Essie, with a retirement celebration. The Catos have been at Bethel for more than 16 years and in ministry for 43 years.
Bethel Baptist honors retiring pastor Rick Cato
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