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Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating 120 years in Terre Haute

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is celebrating its 120th anniversary. Established in 1906, it's one of the oldest Black churches in Vigo County, according to a church news release.

120years of faith, fellowship and service at Mount Pilgrim

The church was established in 1906.

Sources: WTHI-TV, Terre Haute Tribune-Star

Pastor Nathaniel G. Hutchinson told WTHI the anniversary honors the generations whose dedication helped sustain the church. “It’s a little small church on the corner with a lot of heart,” he said. He also called it a chance to remember those who came before and to think about how the church can keep serving others.

  • Where to follow: the church's Facebook and Instagram pages
  • Sunday services: livestreamed
  • What's shared there: services, programs and community outreach

1906year Mount Pilgrim was established

It is one of the oldest Black churches in Vigo County, according to a church news release.

Source: Terre Haute Tribune-Star

Sources: WTHI-TV, Terre Haute Tribune-Star

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