Monthly Archives: January 2012

God Wants Pastors ‘After His Own Heart’

My wife, Michelle, and I recently enjoyed an evening with the church family of Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church in Louisville as it celebrated the 20th anniversary of Pastor Charlie Davis’ ministry among them. We were delighted to see a church express such deep appreciation for the ministry of her pastor. The following day, I stopped […]

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Training for Interim Pastors Coming Up

A training conference to help prepare ministers for interim pastorates will be held March 27-28 at the Kentucky Baptist Building. The Transitional Interim Pastor Training Workshop is designed for experienced ministers interested in helping guide churches through times of transition, said Karl Babb, leader of the Kentucky Baptist Convention’s Leadership Development Team. “Guiding a church […]

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Western Recorder is a Great Ministry Tool

I am grateful for a recent opportunity to visit with Western Recorder editor Todd Deaton. Todd is celebrating his third anniversary as editor. I recall my delight in 2009 as I listened to Todd share his testimony with the Kentucky Baptist Convention’s Mission Board. The son of a Baptist pastor, Todd sensed a very clear […]

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It’s Time to Re-envision the Work of the KBC

After six months as your executive director, I am more excited than ever about the churches and ministries of the Kentucky Baptist Convention. Through the work of our churches and the mission partnerships we have formed, each day the cause of the Kingdom is advancing on earth and the rolls are expanding in Heaven. While […]

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Adult Kentucky Changers in Lousiville

Plan to join KBC staff members as we undertake another Kentucky Changers project in Louisville this spring. Dates for the project are March 28-31, 2012. Come any day or everyday! Here is more info and a link to register: Schedule Wednesday evening: Check-in & Evening Worship (5 p.m. – 8 p.m.) Thursday – Saturday: Full work […]

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