After several decades of pastoral ministry, James Troglen retired earlier this year from the pastorate at First Baptist Church Wetumpka. He has served in that role for more than 18 years.
Before coming to FBC Wetumpka in 2002, Troglen served at First Baptist Church Haleyville. He is a graduate of Calhoun Community College and Athens University, and he earned a master of divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and a doctor of ministry from Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham. He also has completed additional study at UAB in the field of anthropology on a graduate level.
Troglen is veteran of the United States Navy having served on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Forrestal CVA-59 in engineering.
During his ministry, he was actively involved in Baptist life, serving on various state convention committees and on the board of directors of The Alabama Baptist. He said he “loved every minute” of his ministry.
Troglen and his wife, Jeannie, are avid travelers, and for years Troglen has been an active scuba diver. After recovering from open heart surgery several months ago just after his retirement, he said he is ready to serve in interim or supply pastor roles.
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