Fred Winters, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Maryville, Illinois, was shot and killed in front of the congregation before the 8 AM worship service this morning. The attacker then stabbed himself and several others with a knife — and are reported in serious condition. While the facts about why the attacker did this, if [...]
I have posted today’s sermon on my sermon blog. It is the second in my Lenten series for this year on “Who Do You Say Jesus Is?” — this one based on Matthew 4:1-11 and entitled: “Jesus Helps Us Fight Temptation”. Here’s a portion of it: When I was little, and one of my older [...]
I have posted yesterday’s sermon on my sermon blog. It’s the first in my Lenten series for this year on: “Who do you say Jesus is?” — based on Mark 8:27-29, John 3:1-21, and entitled “Jesus Is The Way To Salvation”. Here’s a portion of it: Some of you know that I am a “budding [...]
I am the pastor of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, SC. I have been a Presbyterian Church (USA) pastor for over 20 years. I'm married, with no children - but 3 dogs! I enjoy meeting people, reading, blogging, watching sports, and fishing -- among other things.
The opinions you'll find here are mine alone. They do not necessarily express the views of my church, my Presbytery, my denomination, my family, my friends, or anyone else. The attempted humor you'll find here is definitely mine.
Bill Hayes
