Our Church is in an exciting time of transition!
Dr. Neil Haynes is planning to retire in June, 2018, and we are excited to introduce our new Pastor: Rev. Faye Herbin. She is coming to us from Abernethy Memorial UMC in Newton, NC, where she has been serving as Pastor since 2014.
During this season of change, please consider opportunities to personally be a part of this exciting time within our Church, and contact our office to volunteer in any way! Plan to join us for a Farewell Lunch after Worship on Sunday, July 1, to wish Neil well on his retirement. Also, mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 3, for Pastor Moving Day. Volunteers will be needed to make this a smooth transition for both Dr. Haynes and Rev. Herbin. Finally, we will have a Welcome Lunch after the 10:30 am Worship Service on Sunday, July 15, to formally welcome Rev. Herbin to FUMC Forest City.
Please continue to pray for both pastors, as well as each other, as we follow God’s plans for our Church. We are thankful for the time we were given with Dr. Haynes, and wish him all the best in retirement. We are also looking forward to a new journey with Rev. Herbin!
