Lexington Baptist Church recently celebrated Debbie Smith’s 25th anniversary as church pianist. Pictured with her at a reception in her honor last month are minister of music Dan Williams (left) and Debbie’s husband, Pratt.
First Creek Baptist Church, Antreville, held a groundbreaking ceremony for a long-awaited family life center on Jan. 30. Completion of the building is expected by mid-May. Pictured, from left: Tommy Southerland, member and contractor; Nancy Lowe, WMU director; Chris Maxwell, deacon chairman; and Donnie Murdock, pastor.
Barbara F. James, who retired in December after serving 44 years as church secretary, was honored recently by Cool Branch Baptist Church, Blair. James has also served as WMU director and as a Sunday school teacher. She is pictured with pastor John Epps.