Brenda Williams, Oral History Interview, August 22, 2025
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Authors
Brenda Williams
Issue Date
2025-08-22
Type
Recording, oral
Language
en_US
Keywords
River Hill Missionary Baptist Church (Valdosta, Ga.) , Oral history , Baptist church buildings , Baptists , African American churches
Alternative Title
Abstract
Brenda Williams shares her lifelong connection to River Hill Missionary Baptist Church, describing its role in shaping her faith, values, and commitment to service. She recalls childhood traditions such as Sunday school collections, union meetings, church fellowships, and community gatherings. Williams discusses her many roles within the church, including youth activities, ministries, and support for church members, emphasizing the importance of fellowship and outreach. She reflects on her career as a special education teacher and how the lessons of compassion, kindness, and service learned from her family and church guided her work. Williams highlights the importance of preserving River Hill’s history, traditions, and legacy for future generations.
Description
1 audio file (MP3) and 1 transcript PDF/A.
Citation
River Hill Missionary Baptist Church. (2025, August 22). Brenda Williams, oral history interview, August 22, 2025. (B. Hamer & N. Tucker, Interviewers) [Oral history interview]. CA-015-003: Oral Histories, CA-015 River Hill Baptist Church Collection, Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections.
Publisher
Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections, 2026.