Holy Land Pastoral Renewal Program 2009
Wake Forest University Divinity School
List of Participants
John Ballenger – Baltimore, MD
Willard Bass – Winston-Salem, NC
Elise Brown – New York, NY
Kyle Childress – Nacogdoches, TX
Beverly CroweTipton – Greer, SC
Laurie Furr-Vancini – Jacksonville, FL
Lee Hagwood – Martinsville, VA
Tiffany Triplett Henkel – New York, NY
Mary Johnson – Jasper, GA
Kendall Jones – Clemmons, NC
Chip Laird – Pullman, WA
Alfredo Miranda-Rodriguez – Winston-Salem, NC
David Moser – Goshen, IN
Tom Murray – Winston-Salem, NC
Joseph Parker – Austin, TX
Lane Sapp – Winston-Salem, NC
Deborah Suess – Greensboro, NC
Joy Smith – Burnsville, MN
Steve Willis – Newport, WA
Julia Wright – Charlotte, NC
Staff
Fred Horton – Winston-Salem, NC
Neal Walls – Winston-Salem, NC
Pastor Parker – may God be with you, rest and enjoy your journey.
~ Bonnie
Julia, we miss you already. Enjoy your friends and all this
wonder! Be safe. Love, Avonelle
Julia and team,
So glad you all arrived safely and are getting settled in. I am so thankful you all are sharing this journey with us via this blog. We will be praying for you and the rest of the team. Have an incredible trip and may God draw you close and reveal Himself to you in new ways. Can’t wait to hear all abour your experiences. Love, The Thomasons
Deborah: We are so glad you arrived safely. May God’s presence be with each one of you. It is snowing in Greensboro tonight and it looks beautiful.
Blessings dear friend,
Gordon and Edith
What’s up Pastor Jones? so you’re doing that Malcolm X thing, well sort of. Anyway I thought i’d send a few words of encouragement because we never know when we might need an encouraging word right? I basically wanted to let u know I’m doing allright and hopefully I’ll be back soon to hear your informative, insightful and inspiring sermons. Well take care of yourself and may God continue to be with & your family on your pilgimage. GOD BLESS!!!!!
Dr. Kendell Jones,
Greetings from Baltimore, MD. Congratulations on a safe trip to the Holy Land. I’m praying that you and your team take this opportunity to explore all that God has laid up for you to experience on this leg of the journey. This learning tool gives you a different perspective on the Gospel and prayerfully will position you to more effectively draw men, women, boys & girls to become followers of Christ. God is awesome in all of His ways and He continues to equip us to Win the World for Christ & to build up His Kingdom while we are yet here on earth.
God Bless you in your travels and learning and I pray that you have a safe trip home.
Pastor Parker,
Have fun and relax and enjoy yourself.
Rev. Martin
Dear Pastor Lane:
We do miss you but are so thrilled that you are on this adventure. May it truly uplift your soul. May you feel close to Jesus as you venture forth. We are enjoying your blog news and pictures and all is well here. Take advantage of your time. In Christ, Mary
Dear Pastor Joy, Thanks be to God that you and your team arrived safely in the Holy Land. The pictures and script of your journey are wonderful and awe-inspiring. I’ve read and looked at the pictures and can hardly wait until your return to us to hear about this marvelous journey. Holding you and your friends in my thoughts and prayers as you continue your journey.
Blessings, Betty
Pastor Parker,
What does it feel like to actually walk where Jesus walked? Enjoy this time of reflection. Looking forward to your safe return.
Blessings,
Jakki Dozier
Pastor Jones,
We miss you but are glad you are having a wonderful time. This is such a wonderful opportunity. Take care and we will continue to pray for you and your group as you continue your travels.
Can’t wait to hear about the trip when you return. God bless you in your travels.
Carolyn
Dear Dr. Jones,
We can only imagine what a blessing it must be for you to
go on this pilgrimage. Our prayers are with you as you
soak in all the sights, sounds and feelings you encounter
on your journey. Moreover, we pray that New Bethel and the entire community will be beneficiaries of all the knowledge and wisdom you acquire. We can’t wait to hear about your experiences. May God bless you.
James and Dollye
Pastor Jones,
We were delighted to hear from you.We received a blessing just hearing about the places you had visited. What an opportunity. We attended the Lenten Caravan at Metropolitan.
“Dr.”. Stanley Smith brougth the message. You were missed. Enjoy the rest of your trip.God Bless
Pastor,
Thank you for taking the time to renew yourself and spend time in relaxation and reflection in a place revered by all of us. Enjoy!
Andy Johnson
Deborah
I love following your travels each day…….I feel a kinship
with all of you as you travel into another awesome area ….and are “in touch” with the “mysteries” of it’s magnificent history.
Este
Will be happy to see your smiling face when you return to us.
I bet my daughter will love to compare notes with you on your and her trips. Love, Joan S.
Brother Lane Sapp,
Your Calvary Moravian congregation continues to lift you and your traveling companions in prayer. We are following your tip and do enjoy the pictures and commentary on your pilgrimage.
Sister Fordham
Hello Pastor Jones,
We are delighted that you arrived safely and are looking forward to your safe return. What a blessing this pilgrimage must be for each of you and us. We cannot wait to hear about all the wonders you have experienced on this spiritual journey and know that you will have a great deal of information to share with us all. Perry wanted to know if you kissed the ground when you arrived (smile). Alan did a great job last Sunday – you would have been very proud. We also appreciate Kendall’s attendance and support at the lock-in. He is an awesome ball player also! Well take care and we anxiously await your return. God Bless you all!
Perry Hairston and Audrey Brown
HELLO PASTOR JONES,
IT HAS BEEN VERY EXCITING TO LOOK AT THE PICTURES, AND THE STORIES BEING TOLD ABOUT THE TRIP. ANXIOUSLY AWAITING TO SEE AND HEAR MORE ABOUT IT.
GOD BLESS YOU AND THE OTHERS FOR SAFE TRAVELING BACK TO YOUR HOMES, AND YOUR WAITING CONGREGATION.
RUBY O. CAIN
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