By Anne Payne

The Orange Leader

The First Baptist Church of Orangefield, located at 9788 FM 105in Orange field, will celebrate its 95th anniversary on Sun., Aug. 20, with a special dinner following the religious service in the Fellowship Life Center.

All current and former members and their families are invited to this special event with a special guest speaker and music performers.

All attending are asked to bring a covered dish or dessert.  Meat, rolls, and beverages will be provided by the church.  Only one service will take place at the

church on Aug. 20, the 10:30 a.m. service, as well as 9:15 a.m. Sunday School.

The evening service is cancelled for Aug. 20, according to Pastor Cody Hogden.

First Baptist of Orangefield began as a mission of Winfree Baptist Church in 1922.  It has functioned continuously as a Baptist church since its origination.

The 95th Anniversary Chair is Betty Norwood, and the Advertising/Media Chair is Anita Ryan.

Both can be reached through the church office at 409.735-3113.

The church website is www.fbcof.com.