John Roberts, the longest-serving editor in the history of The Baptist Courier, died Aug. 15. He was 85. Roberts, of Shelby, N.C., graduated from Gardner-Webb
Glenn’s Chapel Baptist Church, Gardendale North Jefferson Baptist Association Favorite Verse: John 3:16 Favorite Hymn: “Amazing Grace” Hobbies: Winning souls to the Lord Family Status: Married for 62 years
Rick Stone resigned as minister of music for First Church, Birmingham, to become worship pastor for Whitesburg Church, Huntsville. His first day is Sept. 2.
Salem Springs Church, Elkmont, will celebrate homecoming Aug. 26, 11 a.m. Former Pastor Harlon Hood will speak. Lunch will follow. For information call 256-232-4551. Kevin
New Harmony Church, Albertville, will celebrate its 140th anniversary Aug. 26, 10:45 a.m. A potluck lunch and an old-fashioned singing will follow the morning service.