Stanley, who will turn 88 later this month, led First Baptist through a time of rapid growth not long after becoming pastor that eventually strained its space. “It will be your legacy, sir, that is my standard, the standard that will inspire me to always do my best with God’s help for as long as God gives me to serve here.” Truly, God has been with you wheresoever you have gone.”Ĭalling the last eight and a half years “the honor of a lifetime,” George directly addressed Stanley in the video on how the now-pastor emeritus will have a continued presence at the church. “Because you were a yielded vessel, the gospel of Jesus Christ-through you-has blanketed this globe. “You have stood tall and confident through all these years while at the same time remaining dependent and prayerful before an almighty God. “Thank you for being strong and of good courage through every battle that you’ve had to fight, through every trial you’ve had to overcome,” said George. He followed Stanley’s comments in the video with some of his own. In 2017, the church announced a succession plan for Stanley, George, and First Baptist’s pastorate. “My goal remains the same-to get the truth of the gospel to as many people as possible as quickly as possible in the power of the Holy Spirit to the glory of God.”Īnthony George will transition from his position of associate pastor, which he accepted in 2012, to senior pastor. … I’ll continue to preach the gospel as long as God allows,” he added. “As you know, I don’t believe in retirement. Stanley explained he isn’t retiring, but will focus his energies on In Touch Ministries, which he founded in 1977. “As much as I love being your pastor, I know in my heart this season has come to an end.” “I’m so grateful saw fit to allow me to serve as your pastor for more than 50 years,” he said. Stanley, who came to First Baptist as an associate pastor in 1969 before being named pastor two years later, informed the church’s board earlier this month of the decision. In a video announcement following the online service at First Baptist Church in Atlanta on Sunday, longtime pastor Charles Stanley announced his transition to pastor emeritus.
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