CHEROKEE ASSOCIATION
On Sept. 29, First Baptist Church, Centre, celebrated its 175th anniversary. Pastor Eddie Nation preached.
Lonette Berg, with the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission; Jamie Baldwin, with the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions; and Cherokee Baptist Association’s associational missions director Wendell Dutton presented certificates.
Photos, a sketch of the old white frame church building, church memorabilia, a quilt and a pew from the former church building were on display.
The church recognized Sunday School teachers who have given more than 50 years of service as well as past and present staff. The longest serving minister, Melvyn Salter, shared memories.
“It was a full day that went off without a hitch,” Eleanor Brown said.
Share with others: