American Baptists have had a vital witness in Elizabeth for many years and in varied ways.

It was with great joy that I visited and preached at Central Baptist Church on Sunday, which has been serving that community for about 130 years. Rev. Amaury Tanon-Santos is the current Senior Pastor, and he is pictured here teaching Sunday school class before the service. Discipleship and Christian education are vital ministries, and I was pleased to see such a fine teacher in action!

The focus of the worship service was American Bapists in mission. It was also a real pleasure to take communion with the congregation. Special thanks to ABCNJ Treasurer, Rosa Sierra, who translated my message!