James “Jim” Auchmuty said he never would’ve expected he would get to spend two decades at First Baptist Church Roebuck Plaza in Birmingham. He had already retired after 27 years as pastor of Shades Crest Baptist Church and was named pastor emeritus.
But, Auchmuty said, he’s “delighted” God gave him the opportunity to come out of retirement and spend 20 more years as pastor. He celebrated that milestone earlier this year.
Auchmuty, who is in his 75th year of ministry, has also served in part-time and volunteer roles over the years as an industrial chaplain, fire chaplain and director of a funeral ministry that provides preachers and pallbearers to local funeral homes. He has also taught courses at Samford University and written two books. He said he is thankful for the small congregation at FBC and how they have continued to serve and give faithfully.
“The people have been mighty faithful, and we have fared unbelievably well during the COVID pandemic,” Auchmuty said.
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