First Baptist Church of Sand Hill
The First Baptist Church of Sand Hill is located at 24439 Highway 42, where it intersects with Highway 63 in the Sand Hill Community. The present pastor is Rev. John Warren, who is doing an excellent job in leading the church.. First Baptist of Sand Hill dates back to 1872, according to a statement in a recent pictorial directory. They have had several places of worship over the years which were located in the general area of the present church., according to Mrs. Junia Smith, a long-time member of the church. About 1947, the church building was located at the present site. The church has been renovated since that time with a fellowship hall added about 1985.
The active deacons presently are: Allen Shattles, Brent Walley, Billy Smith, Ronnie Walley, Arlice Walley and Stan Francis. The church has a rotating system of deacons.
The church has a very good youth program, with Jon Caranna serving as Youth Director. Jon, who lives in Petal, and works at the Crossgate Book Store, has been serving in this capacity for about two years. They have about 20-25 youth who attend regularly. Jon leads a youth Bible Study on Sunday evenings at 6 pm and on Wednesday at 6:30 pm. He also attends many ball games with the youth on Fridays.
The services of the Church are: Sunday School 10 am, Worship Services 11 am, and 7 pm. Wednesday Services are at 7 pm. Visitors are always welcome. The church has a program for all ages.