South Central Conference
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I have been blessed to serve as a pastor for 13 years, and I’ve served at Breath of Life (BOL) Church in Memphis, Tenn., for almost five years. Pastoral ministry affirmed my calling and strengthened my bonds with many individuals. However, my current role started during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. With church doors shut and members disconnected, ministry had to adapt.
Like many pastors, I initially focused on familiar routines: passionately preaching, getting to know the community, and waiting for inspiration. But questions about vision and direction soon arose, leaving me at crossroads.
The answer resulted from an initiative led by Furman Fordham, South Central Conference director of church ministries and mission development. His Spirit-led, mission-driven program helped us pray, plan, and completely reset BOL’s ministries. The year-long process clarified our vision and empowered our members with a renewed purpose.
We transitioned from scattered programs to a structured system anchored by four ministry teams: Love, Invest, Fortify, and Equip. This mission-driven model fosters effective, sustainable ministry, and guarantees consistent community impact.
Inspired by Acts 2:46-47, we started LIFE Groups to strengthen relationships within our church. Focused on Faith, Fellowship, and Fun, these small groups help members connect through shared interests like cooking, teens’ activities, grief support — even line dancing. More than half of our congregation participates, and the renewed energy is clear.
Our transformation has also reignited dreams of making a bigger impact in the community. One idea is a farmer’s market, providing affordable fresh produce and tackling food insecurity, while bringing in income for the church.
This journey has shown us that when guided by the Spirit, having clear goals, and a mission-driven approach, ministry becomes transformative. At Breath of Life Church, we believe this is just the beginning, and the possibilities are limitless.
South Central Conference | December 2025
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