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Harris Baptist Church member Alma Weaver celebrates 100th birthday

Alma Weaver celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends Oct. 16 at a drop-in party at Harris Baptist Church in Greenwood. Frank Thomas is pastor.

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Catoe named pastor emeritus at Mount Arnon Church in Allendale

Mike Catoe, retired pastor of Mount Arnon Baptist Church in Allendale, has been named pastor emeritus of the church. He served as pastor for more than 31 years. Wade Ferguson, chairman of deacons, made the announcement and presented Catoe... Continue Reading »

Greenville children fill Christmas shoeboxes for Samaritan’s Purse

The children of White Oak Day School in Greenville filled 137 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child through the ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. Mora Vernon, the school’s director, encouraged the children to emulate the folks of White Oak Baptist Church... Continue Reading »

‘Charleston Christmas Store’ spreads a new kind of cheer

For the last seven years, low-income Charleston residents have had access to a special holiday store run by members of First Baptist Church of Charleston. The concept is simple: “Neighbors” can buy new, donated items at up to 90... Continue Reading »

Charles Brunson honored by Graham Baptist Church

Graham Baptist Church, Sumter, recognized Charles Brunson upon his completion of 57 years teaching in Sunday school at various levels in this church. Pictured, from left: Sunday school superintendent Albert Heath, Charles and Betty Brunson, and pastor John Patrick.... Continue Reading »

Holly Springs honors members for perfect SS attendance

Holly Springs Baptist Church, Pickens, recently recognized members who have had perfect attendance in Sunday school. Pictured, from left: James Edens, 21 years; Jean Davis, one year; Donald Davis, 49 years; Darlene Cassell, 44 years; and Barry Dilworth, pastor.

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Grandson of Eastlan Baptist Church founder pays a visit

Pastor and evangelist Eddie West (right) visited Eastlan Baptist Church in Greenville on Oct. 3. His desire was to meet the current pastor of Eastlan, Benjamin Littlejohn, and visit the church that his grandfather, G.B. Lee, organized in 1939.... Continue Reading »

Center Grove honors Jackie Jenkins on Pastor Appreciation Day

Center Grove Baptist Church, Moriah Association, held Pastor Appreciation Day on Oct. 9 in honor of pastor Jackie Jenkins. He received a number of gifts from the congregation, including an all-expense-paid trip to Israel and cards of thanks and... Continue Reading »

Lake Wateree honors longtime music director Oscar Branham for 25 years service

The congregation of Lake Wateree Baptist Church, Kershaw Association, honored music director Oscar Branham Jr. for 25 years of service during their Sept. 11 homecoming celebration. Pastor Mike Pelham made the surprise presentation of a plaque and a love... Continue Reading »

Rod Elliott celebrates 10 years of ministry at Kelleytown

Kelleytown Baptist Church honored pastor Rod Elliott on Oct. 2 with a day of celebration for his 10 years of ministry. Deacons presented a letter of congratulation and appreciation to Elliott during the morning worship, and a time of... Continue Reading »

Leesville First Baptist honors Tense Patton for WMU service

Tense Patton was recognized for 36 years of service to Woman’s Missionary Union at First Baptist Church of Leesville. Pastor Charles Leonhardt presented Patton with a commemorative plaque.

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Kittrell marks 30 years at Laurel Church, West Columbia

Steven M. Kittrell will celebrate his 30th anniversary as pastor of Laurel Baptist Church in West Columbia on Sept. 11. “The opportunity for any pastor to stay at one church for 30 years is a much greater testament to... Continue Reading »