Church/Association News

First Church, Luverne, will celebrate its 123rd anniversary and homecoming Sept. 30, 10 a.m. with music, a sermon and a video tribute of former members.

Monte Erwin is the new part-time worship pastor of Concord Church, Bessemer. He received a degree in music education from Oklahoma Baptist University and has

Randal W. Mims is the new pastor of Concord Church, Clanton. He holds an associate of divinity degree from Samford University in Birmingham. He previously

Sweet Home Church, McKenzie, will celebrate homecoming Oct. 7, 10:30 a.m. with The Gospel Melodies in concert. A covered-dish lunch will follow. For information call

Steve Holland is the new pastor of New Hope Church, Glencoe. He previously served as pastor of Ruhama Church, Anniston, and was minister of education

North Oak Grove Church, Millry, will celebrate its 100th anniversary Sept. 23, 10:30 a.m. Lunch and singing will follow. Frank Gibson is pastor.

Several months of preparation went into the 175th anniversary of Collinsville Baptist Church celebrated Aug. 11–12. Nine church anniversary committee members, including Jennifer Wilkins, worked