The 153rd Annual Session of the New Hope Missionary Baptist Association was hosted by White Rock Missionary Baptist Church, July 18-20, 2023.
Workshops were presented on various topics of interest ranging from health care to finances. Winners of the James F. Wertz/Mildred B. Goode Oratorical Contest shared their speeches. Representing the Preparatory Division; Jared Sarku of North East Baptist Church (Rev. Claude Dunston, Pastor). Representing the Senior Division; Jordan Hersey of White Rock Baptist Church (Rev. Dr. Reginald Van Stevens, Pastor).