A Risen Savior in the Town of Graves
Robb Redlin

Back in the l800’s, Beddau (bay-the), Wales, was a crossroads for many travelers going through the Rhondda Valleys. There was much crime in this town and many public executions. So when people passed through the town and saw the executions, they called the town the “city of graves” or “Beddau.” What a sad start for this area!

In l867 Bethania Baptist Church was started in Beddau and the members built a beautiful church building. This Baptist church thrived during the Welsh revival; but as in many Welsh churches, after the emotion and fire died down, the members lost interest and the church started to die. In 1999, the building lay in ruins.

When we moved to Wales and saw this town, the Lord led us to start Beddau Baptist Church. On Sunday, September 10, 2006, we had our first service with 34 people in attendance in the beautiful Congregational Church we rented.

I am so grateful that in this town of Graves we can share the truth of our RISEN Savior!