Mickey Starling
reporter3@greenepublishing.com
On Sunday, Nov. 8, St. John's Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their 74th anniversary with a special service that featured singing by Lifesong. The group's signature lineup of Bryant Thigpen, Jessica Ratliff and Ethan Brooks reunited for this special occasion, singing old favorites and taking special requests from the congregation. The trio traveled together for six of the group's 11-year history and produced six albums together. "We look forward to getting together whenever we can," said Thigpen.
After the service, the congregation enjoyed lunch together in the fellowship hall, and no one left hungry. "I've gained a lot of weight since pastoring here, and it's all their fault," Thigpen stated, jokingly referring to the many excellent cooks at St. John's.