In 1978 God lead our family from Washington State to Vermont to start the Barton Baptist Church. It was 40 years ago this Sunday (9/30/18) that we held the first service at the Lake Region High School. What a blessing to speak in this church 40 years later.
Congregation of Barton Baptist in 1982. [Hughes family is circled.]Some of the congregation at Barton Baptist today standing with Barb and Al (center).
Several families that were saved and baptized in the early days of this church still attend and faithfully serve God (Bruce & Janice Conley, Theresa Perrin (Riendeau), Laurent Inkel, Manon Inkel [Lawson] and several others). I was so encouraged. As John wrote, “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth” (3 John 4).
Some of the people who were among the first members at Barton Baptist in 1978. (L to R: Janice Conley, Bruce Conley, Barb & Al Hughes, Laurent and Betsy Inkel, Norman Inkel, Manon Inkel, Donald Cotnoir.)Baptizing Donald Cotnoir in 1979.Donald Cotnoir Family today still faithful at Barton Baptist.Janice & Bruce Conley among the first baptized in 1978. Charter members of Barton Baptist. Bruce played a BIG part in the construction of the church building. Still going strong for Jesus!Al & Barb with Theresa Perrin (Riendeau). Theresa was a charter member of Barton Baptist.Tom Girard worked a lot on the construction of the church building. He did much of the roofing. Hard worker and still faithfully following Jesus.Laurent Inkel family: Back row: Nancy, Norman’s sons, Norman, Manon and her husband Doug. Front row: Laurent and Betsy. Laurent did most of the logging to supply wood to build the building with. Betsy is currently the church treasurer.
Their new pastor is Ralph Fryman.
Pastor Ralph Fryman (current pastor) with Al Hughes (founding pastor)
Barton Baptist has baptized 9 new converts since January. There are some churches that will not baptize that many all year! I know the Barton Baptist church will continue to grow and thrive under Pastor Fryman’s leadership. Praise the Lord!
8 Replies to “Barton Baptist Church (1978-2018)”
Wow, that is so cool. And must be amazing for you to see the work God continue to do through your effort’s for him so long ago.
What a joy to be with your Barton Vermont church family. I am so thankful to the Lord that you and Barb came to the Pacific Northwest so long ago. You and Barb and Charming are in our prayers to have a safe and blessed journey. Much Love!
It was 40 years ago this Sunday (9/30/18) that we held the first service at the Lake Region High School. What a blessing to speak in this church 40 years later.
8 Replies to “Barton Baptist Church (1978-2018)”
Wow, that is so cool. And must be amazing for you to see the work God continue to do through your effort’s for him so long ago.
It is a tremendous blessing. We are so thankful that what the Lord began in Vermont 40 years ago and continues today! Thanks for posting.
What a joy to be with your Barton Vermont church family. I am so thankful to the Lord that you and Barb came to the Pacific Northwest so long ago. You and Barb and Charming are in our prayers to have a safe and blessed journey. Much Love!
Thanks for praying for us Candy. We are grateful for the Lord using us wherever He puts us. We think of your and Ken often. God bless you!
Wow, this is amazing and encouraging. So glad you got to be there.
Amen! So exciting. We love these people.
Thank you for all the pictures. It is very encouraging to see people who remain faithful for the Lord. You all look so happy!
We are always happy to see people continue to faithfully serve the Lord after many years. Praise God!