By Conita Butts, Church Liaison Journalist
The weekend of September 17, 2022, was a musical weekend for Bethel Baptist Church. In anticipation of “Celebrating 100 years of serving the Lord!”, a musical workshop was conducted Saturday by Dr. Patrick Bradley. Then on Sunday, September 18, the Bethel Baptist Choir demonstrated what they learned in presenting their musical gifts and talents.
The harmony and the joy in which the choir performed was spectacular. Senior Pastor John Ringgold and First Lady Ringgold, along with a great crowd, were able to enjoy the beautiful sound of Gospel music at its best.
Dr. Bradley, is a distinguished graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University in Point Loma, CA, with a B.A. Degree in Music Education, with a concentration in piano. He graduated and earned his Master of Arts and Worship Leadership from Dallas Baptist University in Dallas, Texas, with the highest honors. He was also awarded his doctorate in music and ministry from the Eastern Conservatory of Music and Bell Grove Theological Seminary. He was supported by other distinguished musicians: Louise Pearson, Patricia Maxwell, and Carolyn Cherry played the piano, and Eric Thrower was the guitarist.
After the musical, vendors were prepared to sell various items in ‘Building B’, located a few feet from the sanctuary. To arrive at Building B, attendees had to traverse the immaculate grounds of Bethel. The church continues its improvement.
