Grace to Grow Pastors Appreciation Luncheon

Welcome to the Grace to Grow Pastors Appreciation Luncheon!

Come join us for a special event at the Museum of the Bible where we will honor and celebrate our hardworking pastors. This in-person luncheon is a great opportunity to show our gratitude and support for those who guide and inspire us. Let's gather together for a time of fellowship, delicious food, and heartfelt appreciation. Mark your calendars and don't miss out on this wonderful occasion!

Pastor John Jenkins Sr. has been preaching the gospel since he was licensed as a minister in 1973 at 15 years old. From an early age, he developed a love for the Lord and a call to share the gospel of Jesus Christ.

In 1989, Pastor Jenkins became the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Glenarden. In addition to his role as senior pastor, he also serves as the board chairman for the National Association of Evangelicals, Project Bridges and The Skinner Institute as well as serving as a board member for the Greater Prince George’s County Business Roundtable and Bethel University.

The theme of the 2024 WAVA Pastors Appreciation Luncheon, Grace to Grow, is taken from Pastor Jenkins recently released book by the same title. Pastor Jenkins will share the leadership lessons he learned in his decades as a pastor and ministry leader. He will identify biblical principles, strategies, and techniques that were effective in the life of FBC Glenarden and his personal discipleship efforts.

Steve Arterburn is the Founder and Chairman of New Life Ministries and served as host of the nationally syndicated talk show New Life Live!

Steve is a best-selling author of books such as Every Man’s Battle, Healing Is A Choice and his latest books, Every Believer’s Thought Life and The One Year Bible for Men. Along with Dr. Dave Stoop, he edited Life Recovery Bible.

Steve has degrees from Baylor University and The University of North Texas as well as two honorary doctorate degrees.

In the first session of our Grace to Grow event, Steve will share principles for senior pastors on how to deal with emotional and mental difficulties while still fulfilling the call to pastor. He will also provide insights for pastors who are dealing with staff and key leaders in their congregations who may be suffering with these same issues. As a part of this presentation, Steve will be part of a 3-person panel of Christian counseling professionals that will provide additional insight as well as take questions from the audience.

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