The Journal-Record - Bicentennial Edition Thursday, July 1, 1976 Section D, Page 4 BRILLIANT CHURCH OF GOD WAS ORGANIZED IN 1969 The Brilliant Church of God located one block above the Brilliant High School was organized Feb. 2, 1969 with seven charter members. Bro. Willard ASHMORE was pastor at this time. The local union hall served as a meeting place until the church started construction of a basement area which serves as Sunday School classes and a large kitchen and fellowship hall. Bro. Ralph RAMEY was pastor when the church was completed and dedicated. The Alabama State Overseer James A. CROSS held a dedication service Aug. 1973.