County's Youngest Church-And Oldest Preacher…
Hillcrest Baptist Church, nestled on the eastern edge of Atoka County, just beyond Scratch Hill, proudly recognizes Reverend Lackey as their senior minister. Remarkably, he also holds the distinction of being the church's oldest preacher.
Having spent his entire life in the Caney area, Reverend Lackey's roots run deep in this community. Growing up in both the Buckholtz and Caney communities, he humorously recalls earning the childhood nickname of 'Preacher.' For an impressive four decades, he has dedicated himself to ministry.
The Hillcrest Baptist Church itself has a rich history, having been established by the Bentley Baptist Church as a mission endeavor. It has since flourished and is now a self-sustaining congregation.
Reverend Lackey and the members of Hillcrest Baptist Church extend a warm invitation to all, encouraging them to visit their church at any time.
