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Scott Ferguson is the new pastor of First Church, LaFayette. He holds degrees from Auburn University and Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Ferguson also has served at Westview Church, Opp; Central Church, Opelika; Thomasville Church; and Macedonia Church, Union Springs. He also served as an adjunct instructor for Samford University’s Ministry Training Institute. He and his wife, Jennifer, have six children.
Scott Ferguson called as new pastor of FBC LaFayette
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