On March 27, 1983 two independent Baptist churches merged to form Rickman Road Missionary Baptist Church. As a result of the union of Friendship Baptist Church, which began in March 1972 under the leadership of Rev. Bob Fraser, and West Paducah Missionary Baptist Church, which began April 13, 1968 under the leadership of Rev. W.A. McCormick, the current church sprang into existence.
Leading that first congregation of some 55 members was Rev. Larry Purcell. His ministry would continue until November 10, 1985. He was succeeded on January 15, 1986 by Rev. Jim Keeling, who pastored through January 28, 1987.
Our current pastor, Rev. Stan Durrett, assumed the leadership role on April 5, 1987, and under his care and with the blessings of God, Rickman Road Missionary Baptist Church has continued to grow and expand into new areas of ministry.
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Mt. Zion Baptist Church. "There is no place like this place."
we believe there should be a central purpose for everything we do. We do not believe things just happen. Since we believe in the sovereignty of God, we believe everything should have a purpose. We have brought every ministry under a purpose:
First Baptist Church is a diverse group of people who have experienced God’s grace and who are seeking to be obedient to Christ’s commandment to love God and love people. During the week, you will find us scattered throughout Western Kentucky, but we gather regularly for worship, community, teaching, and ministry. In all things, our ultimate desire is to honor God.
Our doors are always open to you. If you are without a church home, we hope you will unite with the Mt. Moriah family. Wherever you go, may you always feel the presence of God and may the blessings of faithful worship bring peace and joy to your heart.
Service Times:
Sunday
9:30am Sunday School
9:30am New Members Class (3rd Sunday)
...A people on a journey of faith seeking to become more mature followers of Jesus Christ through worship, Christian education, and the stewardship of our whole lives.
...A community of faith dedicated to doing God's bidding in our world through evangelism, discipleship, missions, social ministry and pastoral care.
We are a family of believers whose purpose is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to the world and to help develop believers as they grow in their faith. If you are seeking a purpose and a meaning for your life we want to invite you to be our guest at Lone Oak First Baptist Church (LOFBC).
