Monroe's Second Missionary Baptist Church to celebrate Centennial homecoming this weekend
As part of its centennial homecoming, Second Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe’s first Black church, is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a gala Saturday at Crystal Gardens in Southgate.
The ticketed event begins at 4 p.m. and will include dinner, live entertainment and a filmed presentation of the church’s history. Previous SMBC pastors have been invited to attend. The weekend celebration concludes Sunday at the 10 a.m. worship service with Monroe native and guest preacher Dr. Robert Watkins. The church is located at 501 Clark St. and the public is welcome.
Saturday's E-Edition of The Monroe News will feature a photo package by photographer Tom Hawley highlighting the church's picnic commemorating the 100-year anniversary. Stories on SMBC’s members and its history are planned for Sept. 18 and 19 print and electronic editions of The Monroe News.
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