Deric Thomas is the new pastor of Hope Mountain Church in Calera. He is a professor at Samford University and New Orleans Seminary and a captain and chaplain in the Army National Guard of Alabama.
He and his wife, Heather, have six children.
Vestavia Hills Baptist Church, Decatur, celebrated its 50th anniversary Oct. 26. Danny Duncum, former music minister, sang a solo, and current music minister Steve Yarborough led the congregation in singing traditional hymns.
Union Chapel Baptist Church, Ethelsville, celebrated its 125th anniversary, Oct. 18, with an afternoon community-wide event that included games, hot dogs and chili.
Big Springs Baptist Church, Roanoke, celebrated its 175th anniversary Dec. 7. Scott Hannah, a former pastor, was the guest preacher.
Chuck Stewart is the new pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church, Alexander City. He previously served at Jacksons Gap Baptist Church.
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