Celebrating Churches: Baptist Retirement Community in San Angelo marks 75 years

Celebration of the 75th anniversary of Buckner’s Baptist Retirement Community in San Angelo. (Buckner photo)

Baptist Retirement Community in San Angelo, a ministry of Buckner International, celebrated 75 years, Nov. 4. The celebration featured speakers, a reception, and a presentation of proclamationsĀ from Mayor Tom Thompson, State Sen. Charles Perry, and State Rep. Drew Darby.Ā Historical tables from each level of care were on display.

First Baptist Church in Big Spring will celebrate 140 years, Nov. 15. The celebration will include worship and a luncheon.

South Garland Baptist Church in Garland celebrated 55 years with a churchwide breakfast and a special service, Nov. 8. Daniel Camp is pastor.

First Baptist Church in Weslaco celebrated 105 years, Nov. 8. Executive Director Julio Guarneri presented the congregation with an award on behalf of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Steven Parker is pastor.

Mark Lindsey is on the move to Caprock Plains Baptist Association as director of missions from First Baptist Church in Big Spring, where he has served as pastor for 17 years.


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