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Surfside Beach First Church

Turner named deacon emeritus at Surfside Beach church

Donald E. Turner was honored as deacon emeritus Oct. 13 at First Baptist Church, Surfside Beach. Turner was ordained as deacon in 1955. He and his wife, Donna, served as missionaries to Brazil for 18 years. Turner served as... Continue Reading »

Boiling Springs First Baptist group

Spanish missions student missionaries honored

A Spanish Missions recognition service was held recently at Boiling Springs First Baptist Church. Pictured, from left, are Jim Goodroe, director of missions for Spartanburg County Network; student missionaries Matt Mitchell, Anna Gurrero, Naomi Gurrero and Jesse Hammett; Evelyn... Continue Reading »

FBC Travelers Rest 1913

Travelers Rest First Baptist celebrates centennial

Travelers Rest First Baptist Church celebrated its centennial Nov. 3. Former pastor Ryan Ecklund was guest speaker. Steve Peterson is the pastor today. The church held its first worship service on Nov. 3, 1913.

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Henderson

Henderson completes first year at Fairfax pastorate

Brian Rowland Henderson observed his first anniversary on Oct. 21 as pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, Fairfax, in Allendale-Hampton Association. He is a graduate of USC-Aiken and Luther Rice University and Seminary. He is working toward his master of... Continue Reading »

Christmas through window

Do you have an inspiring Christmas story?

Do you have an inspiring Christmas story? If so, we want to hear from you. We are looking for true stories that speak of God’s involvement in our lives and circumstances and are related to the Christmas season.

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Benji Easler

Dwight Easler talks about his son’s legacy in “Benji’s Story”

On March 19, 2011, 6-year-old Benji Easler of Gaffney died when an amusement train ride derailed and overturned at a Spartanburg public park. Benji’s parents, Dwight and Tabitha Easler, along with his two older brothers, were injured, as were... Continue Reading »

Hurricane - Wonder-full Weekend

Hurricane Church’s ‘Wonder-full Weekend’ results in 40 professions of faith

Hurricane Baptist Church, Clinton, hosted Scott Humston and “The Wonder-Full Weekend” Oct. 4-6. Humston travels throughout the country to churches and schools, and has performed at the White House on several occasions. The church reported that 40 people made... Continue Reading »

Bethcar fall festival

Bethcar youth host fall festival

The youth group and leaders from Bethcar Baptist Church in Wagener recently held their annual fall festival, with more than 300 people in attendance. The event featured food, a car show, Trunk or Treat, and special activities for the... Continue Reading »

Hurricane music appreciation

Hurricane Church holds ‘Music Appreciation Sunday’

The congregation of Hurricane Baptist Church, Clinton, held “Music Appreciation Sunday” on Sept. 29. The church honored its music director, choir and musicians. Two musicians, Catherine Young and LeJune Cantrell, each have 50 years of music experience. Special music... Continue Reading »

Mt. Lebanon staff

Mt. Lebanon honors staff during Clergy Appreciation Month

In celebration of Clergy Appreciation Month, the congregation of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Greer, recognized the staff on Oct. 20 for their 202 combined years of service. Mt. Lebanon staff includes Mark Smith, pastor, serving at Mt. Lebanon for... Continue Reading »

Apalache Baptist Church celebrates Pastor Appreciation Day

Apalache Baptist Church, Greer, observed Pastor Appreciation Day Oct. 13 with a churchwide fellowship following the morning worship service. Pictured are pastor Eddie Cooper and his wife, Lori.

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Mt Lebanon GAs

Mt. Lebanon GAs hold banquet on Sept. 21

The GAs of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Pauline, held a banquet on Sept. 21 that celebrated their own history and the 100th anniversary of Girls in Action. Displays of Mt. Lebanon’s GA history included groups from 1975 (under the... Continue Reading »