Christians have historically responded to pandemics by asking, “How can we serve?”
We, as leaders in local churches called to serve Abilene, stand together in unity to serve our city at this critical moment.
Together, we are committed to pray for the eradication of COVID-19.
Together, we are committed to do all we can within our churches to sacrifice our own interests for the health of our community, which includes at least two weeks of virtual ministry gatherings.
Together, we are committed to encourage other community leaders to do what is within their power to also sacrifice for the wellness of our community.
Together, we stand to say, “Thank you, and we love you!” to our healthcare workers.
Together, seeking the Lord’s guidance, sacrificing collectively, and following the wisdom of wise counsel from our health professionals, we believe that better days are ahead. May the grace and mercy of God be abundant in our city during this time.
Signed,
Rev. Steve Patterson – Senior Pastor, St. Paul United Methodist Church
Dr. Cliff Stewart – Minister, First Central Presbyterian Church
Shane Hughes – Preaching Minister, Highland Church of Christ
Phil Christopher – Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Abilene
Chuck Farina – Senior Pastor, New Hope Church
Austin Lawrence – Lead Pastor, The Well
David McQueen – Lead Pastor, Beltway Park Church
David Skinner – Lead Pastor, The River
John Whitten – Senior Pastor, Pioneer Drive Baptist Church
Kevin Peters – Lead Pastor, Radiant Life Church
Jarrod Robinson – Minister of the Word, Southern Hills Church of Christ
Andrew L. Penns – Pastor, Valley View Missionary Baptist Church
