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Donald Sapp (center) was recently ordained as a deacon at First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach. Assisting pastor John Gambrell in the ordination service were Sapp’s sons — Paul Sapp (right), pastor of First Baptist Church, Andrews; and... Continue Reading »
Trinity Way Baptist Church, Greenville (whose total membership is 136), recently held a record-breaking Vacation Bible School with a total enrollment of 212 — 159 students and 63 workers. To accommodate the large group, all furniture had to be... Continue Reading »
Samuel Wesley Brashier was ordained to the gospel ministry July 21. A third-generation minister, he was the first to be ordained at the new Scenic Hills Baptist Church just north of Travelers Rest, where his father, Tommy Brashier, is... Continue Reading »
One of the state’s most diverse multiethnic church staffs is pictured at the June 30 pastor installation service for Greater Community Fellowship at United Baptist Church in Spartanburg. From left: Esther, Priscilla and Mark Everett (he pastors Greater Community);... Continue Reading »
Once upon a time, preserving historical material was fairly easy. Everything was handwritten, printed, duplicated or copied. Originals or copies could be placed in acid-free files and boxes, catalogued and shelved. Photos, negatives, and slides could likewise be preserved... Continue Reading »
Beaver Creek Baptist Church, Neeses, held Vacation Bible School in June, with the theme “Colossal Coaster World.” Average nightly attendance was 68, and two professions of faith were reported.
Neal Sweet has been called as senior pastor of Home Branch Baptist Church in Manning. His ministry began July 14. He previously served at Hermitage Baptist Church in Camden. Sweet and his wife Jessica have three children: Tripp, Logan... Continue Reading »
Roger Couch retired July 28 as pastor of Jones Avenue Baptist Church in Easley. He served at Jones Avenue for 22 years after pastoring several other churches in the area. He and his wife Judy will continue to live... Continue Reading »
First Baptist Church of Honea Path held Colossal Coaster World Vacation Bible School, June 10-14, with 373 enrolled and an average attendance of 294. Total offering for the week was $651, which will be used to buy duffel bags... Continue Reading »
Pine Bluff Baptist Church, Columbia, recognized Bobby Chavis on June 30 for 50 years of service as a deacon. The congregation presented him with a plaque during their homecoming services. Pictured with Chavis is his wife Camilla.
Larry Jennings accepted the call earlier this year to become pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Nichols. He most recently served as senior pastor at Piney Grove Baptist Church in Augusta, Ga. Jennings has master’s degrees in theological... Continue Reading »
Phil Ellenburg was called as pastor of First Baptist Church, Hampton, on June 2. He is a graduate of North Greenville College and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and is completing a doctoral program at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Ellenburg... Continue Reading »
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