Sixth Avenue’s John Porter made mark as pastor; plans retirement
January 6, 2000
For someone who “never got far in life,” John Thomas Porter has certainly made a difference in many people’s lives. Growing up in Titusville, a
A Year in Review
January 6, 2000
By far, the biggest news for Alabama Baptists in 1999 was the defeat of proposed state lottery gambling. Church leaders from different denominations, backgrounds and
Four Baptists named greatest preachers
January 6, 2000
Four well-known Southern Baptist ministers have been named among the greatest preachers in the 20th century, according to rankings releasing by Preaching, a non-denominational magazine.
Courtney retires from First, Pell City
January 6, 2000
Pastor A.L. Courtney Jr. doesn’t know why he was called in to the ministry. That is a question he said he has often pondered during
Tips for winter fire prevention
January 6, 2000
Winter time is hectic for most churches, with Christmas musicals and dramas, as well as other special events. During the cold of winter, it is
Pine Flat Baptist members remain faithful
January 6, 2000
The congregation of the small Pine Flat Baptist Church, Selma, remembers the heartache accompanying the departure of it pastor, Brent Paige, in October. “Everybody loved
Holt Church, Tuscaloosa, bazaar
January 1, 2000
H.O.L.T. Women’s Ministry of Holt Church, Tuscaloosa, will sponsor its 5th Annual Fall Bazaar Sept. 29, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., at the Holt High School auditorium.
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