New Concord Baptist Church, Dadeville, celebrated its 75th anniversary Aug. 20 with a special presentation by Calvin Milford, commissioner for the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission, to Katherine Adkins, age 93, who has been a member of the church for more than 50 years, and pastor Lenny Arnold. Special music was provided by country gospel artist Bruce Hedrick from Nashville. Also present were James Smith, the association’s director of missions, and his wife, Jerilyn. The Harrelson family was recognized for having six generations of members. Several people shared historical highlights, and photos of older members and past events were prominently displayed. The morning service concluded with a luncheon.
New Concord Baptist Church, Dadeville, celebrates its 75th anniversary Aug. 20 with a special presentation by Calvin Milford (right), commissioner for the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission, to Katherine Adkins (left), age 93, who has been a member of the church for more than 50 years, and pastor Lenny Arnold (center).
Photo courtesy of Mary Lou Arnold
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