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Elizabethtown – Six years Rev. Dr. Louie Boykin and wife, Dr. Katrina Boykin have faithfully fulfilled the pastoral ministry at Baldwin Branch Missionary Baptist Church (AKA “da Branch”).

The Boykins have been an enormous blessing to “da Branch”. The pastoral anniversary is an annual experience where the pastor is celebrated for all of the spiritual guidance and teachings he provided the congregation. Additionally, this is a time period to demonstrate care for his ministry and call to lead.

The New Testament honors vocational ministry as one of God’s highest callings. First Thessalonians 5:13-14 asks church members “to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work.” Ephesians 4:11-12 says God gave the Church pastors and other ministry leaders “to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” Pastors are God’s gifts to His people and are worthy of recognition for their willing and faithful service.

The celebrations kickoff July 31 with guests and their choirs, refer to the timetable of activities below.

Tuesday, July 31, 2018 – 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Gerald Underwood and

Andrews Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

Clinton, North Carolina 28328

Wednesday, August 1, 2018 – 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Thaddeus Godwin and

Lisbon Street Missionary Baptist Church

Clinton, North Carolina 28328

Thursday, August 2, 2018 – 7:00 p.m.

Pastor David Flowers and

Central Missionary Baptist Church