FBC Scottsboro celebrates 150 years of ministry

FBC Scottsboro celebrates 150 years of ministry

On Sept. 2, First Baptist Church, Scottsboro, in Tennessee River Baptist Association, kicked off a month-long celebration for its 150th anniversary.

First, Scottsboro, pastor Shandy Dill started off the month preaching Sept. 2. Former pastors Rick Stevens, Alan Walworth, Tim Lovett and Kevin Wilburn also preached during September.

Former ministers of music Handy Avery, Martin Gureasko and Steve Hall shared special music.

Ken Allen from the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission presented First, Scottsboro, with a certificate recognizing the anniversary.

Video clips of members sharing their memories of the church were shown each Sunday.

“The celebration has created an excitement and sweet spirit among members,” church member Ann Looney said.

A covered-dish lunch was held after the final service Sept. 30. (TAB)