Lyeffion Baptist holds centennial celebration

Lyeffion Baptist holds centennial celebration

More than 100 people gathered at Lyeffion Baptist Church, Evergreen, on July 29 to celebrate its centennial.

Michael Holcombe, who grew up in the Evergreen community, spoke during the service. Gracie Johnson and Lisa Smith sang “Reckless Love,” and Conecuh Baptist Association director of missions Joey Rodgers sang “The Old Country Church” and “Days of Elijah” with his wife Jeri and daughter Emily. The congregation sang a song also sung at the 75-year celebration, “Glad Reunion Day.”

A historical booklet was given to everyone at the service.

Dalton Campbell presented the church with a framed certificate from the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission.
“It was a great time with the Lord and each other,” said church member Ollie Burt.

Larry Johnson is pastor of Lyeffion Baptist. (TAB)