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Church news: Joey Smith celebrates 25 years at East Thomaston Baptist Church

Posted Monday, April 1, 2024 10:24 am

Reverend Joey Smith and his wife Julie.

Reverend Joey Smith and his wife Julie recently celebrated their 25th anniversary as pastor at East Thomaston Baptist Church in Thomaston. Pastor Smith, who has six grown children, preached his first sermon at East Thomaston on December 13, 1998.

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