Fort Lewis Baptist Church celebrates 200 years of ministry

The congregation on Sunday, Oct. 6. A lunch was had after the service. Those present looking at historical photos of the church. By Aila Boyd aboyd@mainstreetnewspapers.com Fort Lewis Baptist Church marked a momentous occasion on Sunday, Oct. 6, celebrating its 200th anniversary with a homecoming event filled with gratitude, history, and community spirit. The celebration included a special Sunday service, historical displays, guided tours of the church, lunch, and an old-fashioned hymn sing in the historic chapel. Founded in 1824, FLBC began as Salem Baptist Church, meeting at what is now East Hill Cemetery. Over time, the congregation relocated to...

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