For more than a century, the Historic Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church has been a steadfast anchor in Coconut Grove — a place where faith met resilience, and worship built community.

On Saturday morning, clergy members, leaders and friends gathered for a jubilant brunch at Christ Episcopal Church, Gibson Hall — another historical staple in the Grove — to celebrate Macedonia’s 130th anniversary, reflecting on its origins, honoring its pioneers, and recommitting to its mission of service and education.

Loretta Scippio-Whittle, who first joined the church in 1962, took her seat at the anniversary brunch with the quiet confidence of someone who has witnessed history unfold from the front row.

Church members, elected officials, community partners, and sister churches gathered on Saturday,

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