This recording is of the full service for the December 4, 1980 dedication of the new and refurbished buildings at Brainerd Baptist Church. Dr. Ralph McIntyre was the guest speaker for this special occasion having been the previous pastor at Brainerd for eighteen years. The order of service is as follows:
Angels from the Realms of Glory - congregational hymn
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus - congregational hymn
Wonderful Name Jesus - choir
Building dedication announcements and recognitions
Leadership for building programs recognized
Responsive reading of Brainerd Baptist Church's congregational dedication to the Lord and His ministry at the church
Recognition of Dr. and Mrs. McLaughlin. Dr. McLaughlin was the interim pastor after Dr. McIntyre. Dr. McLaughlin also led in prayer.
Hark the Herald Angel Sing - congregation
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Welcome to Dr. McIntyre and family.
Dedicatory sermon -Dr. Ralph McIntyre
Have Thine Own Way - invitation hymn
Amazing Grace - first verse by men, second by women, third by organ, fourth in unison (a Brainerd Baptist Church tradition)