The 50th anniversary of Park Avenue Baptist Church, Oneonta, was celebrated Aug. 10 and was a “huge number 10 success,” said Kay Miller, chair of the anniversary committee and charter member.
With the jubilee theme of Leviticus 25:11 in mind, participants experienced a “day of renewal, reunion and refreshing,” Miller said. Festivities began with a 10:30 a.m. service, where the history of Park Avenue Baptist, compiled by Miller, was read and the choir performed special music. Former member Dan Delize acted as master of ceremonies and his son, Marco, fulfilled his role as Park Avenue’s music director.
Ernie Carroll, director of missions for Friendship Baptist Association, and Tom Allen, an Alabama Baptist Historical Commission representative, each presented a certificate to Pastor Odis Epps commemorating the milestone. Former pastor Dan Sims brought the sermon.
Lunch on the grounds immediately followed the morning service and was a time where “a lot of friendships were renewed,” Miller said.
A congregational singing commenced at 2 p.m., where Saved by Grace, Park Avenue’s quartet, performed. More than 125 participants were given the opportunity to share during the closing testimony time.
“It was a grand and glorious day,” Miller said.
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