History
We have a rich history of which we are very proud.
Our history continues to inform us as to where God is moving in our midst presently and it inspires us to move into the future with hope.
Timothy George's 1983 History of CHBC
Crescent Hill Baptist Church, An Historical Overview
Continuing History of the Church
This is a continuing history of the church written by John Arnett. Additions and corrections are welcomed. Send to jwarnett@aol.com.
Timeline
Timeline generated John Arnett. Corrections are welcomed.
Centennial Video
Produced May 2008 by Dr. Andrew Rawls
Narrated by Rick Forrest
Additional Resources
Photo Archives
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Architecture
Including Dale Tucker’s explanation of building symbols
Andy Rawls' 100th Anniversary Video Script
The script for the 100th anniversary video of the church’s history, produced by Dr. Andy Rawls.
History of the WMU & Other Details of CHBC
Blanche Goetzman’s 1988 history of the WMU and church
Women's Retreat History
25th anniversary in 2004
"Women in Ministry" History
This is a chronology of the history of ordination of women in Baptist life, especially with reference to the SBC and the role of Crescent Hill Baptist Church in the movement. Our thanks to Reba Cobb who was present at the beginnings in 1983 and who has preserved much of this history.
Youth Alumni
These are persons who spent time as youth at the church even if they later dropped out or moved away.
Youth and Children Camps, Mission Trips and Other Outings
A partial listing since about 1953
Refugee Ministry — Karen and Others
A YouTube video produced by Steve Clark and Annette Ellard featuring the Karen church members
Staff of Crescent Hill—A Partial History
This list is evolving and other names will be added as more research is done.
Lay Leaders at Crescent Hill—A Partial History
This list is evolving and other names will be added as more research is done.
Instrumental Musicians
Partial listing by instrument of those who have contributed to the instrumental music of Crescent Hill Baptist Church over the years.
A Sampling of the Musical, Dramatic & Visual Art Productions
Partial listing of various dramatic, musical and visual art productions/exhibitions over the years.
Crescent Hill Authors and Hymn Writers/Musicians
Partial listing of publications by members of CHBC over the years.
Benedictions
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Advent Meditations Index
Index to contents of all CHBC Advent Meditations since 1975
In Memoriam
Partial list of names of the “great crowd of witnesses” noted in the yearly May memorial service.
Seminary Connections
Through the years the church benefited greatly by its close connections with the seminary. This is a partial listing of some of the faculty and staff who’ve been a part of the congregation and church community. In recent years the church and seminary have drifted apart ideologically and currently there are no active staff or faculty at Crescent Hill.
Thousands of students at the seminary over the years have attended and enriched the life of the church. And the church (staff and members) have been a blessing to the students and seminary staff. Although the current administration discourages students from attending Crescent Hill about a third of the congregation who actively participate in the activities of the church were once students at the seminary.