Some moments from yesterday I found meaningful and interesting: I spoke with several individuals who were attending for the very first time, including one family from Kentucky – Go Big Blue! I also spoke with several Winthrop students. While feedback regarding the first message in The Reformation series was positive, those who spoke to me… Read More »
Ordaining a Minister
A lot of us were touched emotionally Sunday afternoon when we watched Bill Crute lay hands on his son, Will, during Will’s ordination to the gospel ministry. I know I was! Even without the sight of a dad participating in his son’s ordination, such services are always special for me. They help me recall my… Read More »
A Sacred Time
The size of the crowd is not always important. Sometimes having more time is more important than having a larger crowd. Such is the case on the Monday night each August when we ordain new deacons. That’s how it was last night when we ordained five new deacons. Don’t get me wrong – I’d love… Read More »
Deacon Ordination
One of my favorite experiences each year at FBC is when we ordain new deacons. During a special worship service last night Brad Hughes and David Gardner were ordained and it was a meaningful time of worship for me. There is something special about men being set aside for ministry as Jesus’ servants. We do… Read More »