by Paul Chappell | Jun 7, 2021 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
When Terrie and I first came to Lancaster in the summer of 1986, we immediately began reaching into our community with the gospel of Christ. For the first eighteen months, I knocked on at least five hundred doors every week—giving invitations to church and sharing the...
by Paul Chappell | May 10, 2021 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
As we graduated our twenty-sixth class from West Coast Baptist College last week, I was full of gratitude to the Lord for His faithfulness in each graduate’s life. Each graduate who received his or her diploma last week is the fruit of many investments from family,...
by Paul Chappell | Jan 18, 2021 | Christian Life, Ministry News
Through the years, I have collected various quotes on revival. One that stands out is by G. Campbell Morgan: “Revival cannot be organized, but we can set our sails to catch the wind from heaven when God chooses to blow upon His people once again.” Revival cannot be...
by Paul Chappell | Nov 11, 2020 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
If you have a heart for missions and for the spread of the gospel around the world, you are going to love this episode of the Spiritual Leadership Podcast. Our three guests on this episode each brought a unique vantage point to our discussion on New Testament...
by Paul Chappell | Oct 26, 2020 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
A wonderful event took place at Lancaster Baptist Church this past Sunday night as our church family had the privilege of ordaining four men to the gospel ministry. All four of these men graduated from West Coast Baptist College, and all four have served on the staff...
by Paul Chappell | May 14, 2020 | Current Events, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
Just over two months ago, we began the unprecedented journey through the COVID-19 crisis. As a church, we have Prayed for those with the virus and for the medical professionals providing care to the sick. Cooperated at every level with our government and carefully...