Farmville Baptist Church, Auburn, celebrates 185th anniversary

Photo by Marianne Foster

Farmville Baptist Church, Auburn, celebrates 185th anniversary

TUSKEGEE LEE

It was a “joyous day” for the congregation of Farmville Baptist Church, Auburn, on Oct. 11, when they celebrated their 185th anniversary along with homecoming.

“We are a very blessed congregation,” said Marianne Foster, church administrator. They celebrated with singing, worship, a meal on the grounds and a message from a former pastor, Jim Mitchell. The church also received a resolution from the state in honor of the occasion. David Bradshaw (second from left) is pastor. (Tuskegee)