by Stephen | Feb 7, 2024 | Blog
What is Lent? Lent is one of the oldest observances of the Christian calendar. Inspired by Christ’s forty days in the desert (Matthew 4:1-11), it is a seven-week period of preparation for celebrating Easter. Ash Wednesday (February 14th this year) marks the start of...
by Stephen | Nov 16, 2023 | Blog
About Us Josh Whitlock – Elder Candidate Josh Whitlock is the Executive Director at Ezekiel Ministries. Josh grew up in Lake City, SC and moved to Columbia in 1997 to attend the University of South Carolina, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from...
by Stephen | Feb 21, 2023 | Blog
What is Lent? Lent is one of the oldest celebrations of the Christian calendar. Mirroring Christ’s forty days in the desert, it is a seven-week period of preparation between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. Observing Lent is historically marked by community-wide...
by Stephen | Nov 16, 2022 | Blog, Uncategorized
About Us Wayne Penn Jr. Although I was originally born in Clarksville, TN, I wouldn’t necessarily claim that I’m from there. Due to my father’s military career, I’ve lived in numerous other places, ranging from Belgium and Germany to Hawaii. When people...
by Stephen | Mar 31, 2022 | Blog
“The aim of our instruction,” Paul writes, “is love from a pure heart, a clear conscience and a sincere faith.” This should be the aim of all church leadership. If we are to be a healthy church – and plant healthy churches – then we must disciple...