Merrill Otis Bates

The Reverend Mr. Bates was the first permanent Minister hired by the GPUC. He served our church from September 1939 until June 1950. Bates was a progressive who was actively involved in community action during his time serving our church. Departure due to change of career choice (left the ministry).

 

Clinton, MA
Ordained: 
November 15, 1936
Laconia, NH
Died: 
February 12, 1987
Served: 
Laconia, NH (1936-39)
Served: 
Grosse Pointe, MI (1939-50)
Served: 
Birmingham, MI (1952-53)