First Service In The New Baptistry

Memorial Baptist Church, Richton, MS had the first baptismal service in their new baptistery after it was dedicated on December 17, 1975. The pastor, Rev. Don Strickland, baptized four people, shown with him above. From left to right: Charles Garner, Mrs. Lois Garner, Bonesia Anderson, and Mrs. Christine Ladner. Pastor Strickland is on the back row, center.