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FBC Pelham senior adult pastor retires

Randy Atkinson recently retired as senior adult pastor of First Baptist Church Pelham.
  • June 20, 2025
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FBC Pelham senior adult pastor retires

Randy Atkinson recently retired as senior adult pastor of First Baptist Church Pelham. He and his wife, Sharron, were honored at a reception May 30.

Atkinson has been in ministry 56 years and has served as a full-time pastor for most of that time. Churches where he served as pastor include Hillview Baptist Church, Forestdale, and Hoover First Baptist Church. He is a graduate of Samford University and New Orleans Seminary.

The couple have one adult son. Atkinson is available for pulpit supply and interim positions, 205-482-4044 or ratkinson408@charter.net.

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