Patterson retiring from Escambia Baptist Association

Patterson retiring from Escambia Baptist Association

Larry Patterson is retiring June 30 as associational missionary for Escambia Baptist Association. He has served in this role for more than four years. His ministry includes serving as pastor of several churches in the state, including Little Escambia Baptist Church, Flomaton, and as director of missions for Baldwin Baptist Association. Little Escambia Baptist Church will host a retirement reception in his honor July 20 at 2 p.m. Patterson is ava…

‘Gospel presence’ Mark Rathel retires after 50+ years of ministry - Florida Baptist Convention

After more than 50 years serving the Lord as a pastor and 25 years as a professor at the Baptist University of Florida, Mark Rathel is retiring to enjoy the beach life and spend time with his family.