Carroll Caldwell honored for 55 years of service in ministry

Pastor Carroll Caldwell (right) of Padgett’s Creek Baptist Church in Union was presented a plaque and study Bible from the South Carolina Baptist Convention in recognition of his 55 years of service in the ministry by David Blanton, director of missions for Union County Baptist Association. Caldwell is also holding his Order of the Silver Crescent award, which is awarded by the governor of South Carolina for exemplary performance, contribution and achievement within the community. It is the state’s highest award for volunteer and community service.