Dick and I want to thank everyone for their prayers for him as he met with the ordination committee this past Saturday. Participants asked him tough questions about his beliefs and, in direct answer to what we asked people to pray for, the Lord helped Dick to clearly articulate his responses. At the end of the nearly three-hour session the committee voted to ordain Dick as a Southern Baptist pastor.
In the Southern Baptist denomination “ordination is the local church’s public affirmation of God’s calling on a man’s life for pastoral ministry. It recognizes his character, doctrinal faithfulness, and readiness to serve as a shepherd of God’s people. Ordination is both a celebration and a charge—to faithfully preach the Word, care for His flock, and serve Christ wholeheartedly.”
Dick’s and my hearts are overflowing with joy and awe at what God has done and is continuing to do in our lives! The other day we were reminiscing about all the times we have experienced God’s unmistakable involvement over the years. The list goes on and on, amazing us and humbling us. This past Sunday was one of those culminating moments when we witnessed the results of God’s intervention.
We look forward with great expectations to working alongside Pastor Rob and the deacons at Greencastle Baptist Church. To quote Pastor Rob, “The heart of pastoral ministry is serving with joy, laboring faithfully, and depending fully on Christ’s power at work within us.” Dick and I can resoundingly echo, “AMEN!”, to that description!
Thank you again for your prayers! God is always faithful!
Be encouraged!