This gospel-centered church is committed to leading people towards a life focused on the finished work of Jesus, the hope of the Gospel as declared in Gods Word, and the way this truth transforms us into becoming fully devoted disciples of Jesus. Were here to help you become who God wants you to be. He delivered his first sermon shortly after and became a licensed minister. EncounterChurch We are already blessed.'". Encounter Church. Elder Keith Yancey and Brenda Yancey. Done! He has conducted ministry trainings, performed weddings and funerals, visited, and prayed for the sick in hospitals and convalescent homes, oversaw retreats and ministry conferences, fed the homeless and has effectively discipled hundreds into the kingdom of the Lord. He graduated from AMES International School of Ministry and Global University. CREATIVE: Lead a creative process that will enhance the programming efforts in our weekend services and other special services, that creates a worship experience for those truly seeking the Lord. Coming in at number three in the survey is the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Afterward, "the president and Mrs. Carter shook hands and spoke to each one of us. pastor A place that gives us a sense of belonging where we can be ourselves around people who protect us. Leave a Reply Cancel reply. Your email address will not be published. She has also served in various roles throughout those years and recently took the responsibility of leading the First Impressions Team at Encounter. He and Sharon have two wonderful adult daughters and sons-in-law. He has a passion for teaching, evangelism and equipping the saints. She has helped plant a church in Hattiesburg Mississippi where she served as the assistant to the Pastor and his wife. WebStaff Pastor. All because we love you! His prolific, anointed teaching has resulted in transformed thinking, changed lives and has built stronger men, families, communities and organizations. God raised him from the dead and now, by grace, offers as a free gift eternal life to all who follow Christ, by faith, as their Lord and Savior. You can give using online giving,through the FBCP App, or by mailing a check to:First Baptist Church |1021 5th St. W. |Palmetto, FL 34221. The 70-year-old Columbia County native, who grew up attending Kings Hill A.M.E. Church in Magnolia, remembers the Secret Service agents checking cars for explosives and searching his briefcase before letting him enter the sanctuary. Ray Higgins, former pastor of Second Baptist Church in downtown Little Rock, attended Maranatha in 2016.