from Linda Minor, Chair of Deacons
Dear Church Family,
As we continue in our transition to a new pastor, we are entering the time where we will worship through five weeks of “pulpit supply.” We have published the names and dates in previous Chimes and encourage you to support these guest pastors by attending Sunday morning services (see schedule below). There will be no Wednesday evening meals/programs during this time of pulpit supply. Choir practice will continue as regularly scheduled.
1/7/24
Dr. Rev. Dr. Steve Harmon
1/14/24
Dr. Rev. Joe Yelton
1/21/24
Rev. Doug Murray
1/28/24
Dr. Rev. John Tagliarini
The process of discerning and calling a new pastor will be an exciting opportunity in the life of First Baptist Church. By following the best practices as shared by CBF-NC, the search process will create opportunities for reflection, creativity and growth. As we plan together, we will explore new ways of reaching others for Christ. Please be on the lookout for invitations to participate.
Immediately upcoming activities are listed below:
1. Calling an Interim Pastor (anticipated to be announced on January 21)
2. Deacon selection process for the upcoming Church year (anticipated to begin mid-January)
3. Church leadership selection team (anticipated to begin mid-February)
4. Pastor search committee formation (anticipated to begin late January)
As a congregation, we believe in prayer. Please join me in praying every day—
• To seek wisdom and guidance
• To have open hearts and open minds
• To listen for the direction of the Holy Spirit
• To practice patience with one another as we are all different
• To not hurry through the process for it will take time;
• To be strong so that we can persevere to the end and then beyond.
In His name,
Linda Minor
Chair, Board of Deacons
“For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11