Sunday, July 1st was a time of celebration and honoring for our church, Portland Christian Center.
Our beloved Pastor Bill Wilson accepted a new leadership role as the Oregon Ministry Network's new Superintendent, which is the overseer of all the Oregon Pastors and Churches of our fellowship - The Assemblies of God.
In this new capacity, Pastor Bill will serve the Assemblies of God churches throughout the state of Oregon and be to the Oregon fellowship what he has faithfully been to us these past 20 years. He has officially moved to this new role as of July 2nd.
Celebration Sunday with a packed house to honor Pastor Bill and Joy Wilson.
Outstanding music by the choir and orchestra under the direction of Pastor Ron Cochran.
Surprise guest, Reverend Charles Crabtree, Assemblies of God assistant general superintendent, ignited the congregation with his uplifting words.
Dalen Harrison, chairman of the board of Deacons, makes special acknowledgements and presentation to Pastor and Joy along with their children, Kim Kirkland, Kristi Chappon and Pastor Phil Wilson.
Retiring Superintendent of Oregon AG, Vernon Marks prays over Pastor Bill and Joy as they are commissioned into their new leadership role.
Pastors Blessing to the Congregation.
The Bill Wilson family during the reception to celebrate their years of outstanding service at Portland Christian Center. www.pcctoday.com
Pastor Ron Cochran and Cheryll with Pastor Bill and Joy Wilson.
Ron will fill in as the interim lead Pastor.
Thank you Pastor Bill for you leadership and friendship these past 20 years of service to Portland Christian Center and our family. We love you!