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Kevin Garrett is the new pastor of First Church, Atmore. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Jacksonville State University and holds a master of divinity from New Orleans Seminary. Garrett is currently working toward a doctor of ministry from New Orleans Seminary. He previously served as pastor of Cove Creek Church, Glencoe. Garrett and his wife, Tina, have two children.
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Stephanie Gilliam, director of children’s ministries at Highland Baptist Church in Florence, Alabama, said she grew up in a “Santa family.”
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.
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