44 Weeks and Beyond

Forty-four weeks ago, on Sunday, February 25, the week before I began my tenure as your Pastor-Elect, I wrote the following words:

“To God be the glory for the great things God has done! First Baptist Church Family, we are over the moon excited that God has joined us together as Pastor and Congregation! I am inspired by the depth and breadth of FBC's ministry through almost 130 years and I am invigorated by the Holy Spirit and expecting God to do great things in and through our church and community as we move forward together in ministry. Special thanks to Sis. Reeves and the Search Committee, Deacon Addison and the Diaconate, Rev. Ponton, Sis. Roland and the Transition Team, and Minister Barbara Backous for all of their efforts in getting us here and settled in the church and community at large. Joseph, Afia, Adjoa and I are looking forward to meeting and getting to know each of you in the coming weeks. Don't be surprised if I ask to take a picture. #Iloveagoodselfie #wearefbc #socialmediaministry”

Forty-four weeks later, I am still giving God glory! Forty-four weeks later, I am more excited that God has joined us together as Pastor and Congregation! Forty-four weeks later, I am encouraged by the amazing things we have been able to accomplish together in our church and community with the help and grace of God! Forty-four weeks later, Joseph, Afia, Adjoa and I have developed deep and wonderful relationships with many of you and we are anticipating deepening our fellowship. I feel incredibly honored and blessed to be your Pastor.

And, yes, I still love a good selfie and more than that, I love a good “ussie” with my First Baptist Church Family, so for the next forty-four weeks and beyond, let’s take out our camera phones and capture these joyful moments together!

In Christ’s Love,

Pastor Donna Olivia Owusu-Ansah