Birmingham, Bessemer associations consider combining

Chris Crain, executive director of Birmingham Metro Baptist Association (BMBA), talks with a group gathered at Canaan Baptist Church, Bessemer, on Nov. 6 about the current test-drive partnership effort between BMBA and Bessemer Baptist Association. At least three other areas of the state also are considering combining associations in some form. Barry Cosper serves as associational mission strategist for Bessemer Association and would remain part of the new association if a formal partnership is approved with BMBA.