"So, I want to congratulate Anthony. "I'm so grateful I said yes then, and I'm so grateful He saw fit to allow me to serve as your pastor for more than 50 years. The television series In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley could be heard in 107 languages in 2006. Upon his arrival, Pastor Wes led the church in the construction and debt-retirement of a 5,000 square-foot multi-use building named the Boatwright Center. Together, the teaching of Stanley and beliefs of FBA are available globallytranslated into more than 100 languages via radio, television broadcast, audiotapes, videotapes, CDs, DVDs, pamphlets, books and a monthly devotional magazine, In Touch. Ivelearned that its ok for leaders to think big. I will do what Ive encouraged all of you to do, he said. Eli Lilly will cut prices for some older insulins later this year and immediately give more patients access to a cap on the costs they pay to fill prescriptions. He suffered much for this. The church worshiped for the first time in the new structure on Aloma Avenue on July 8, 1956. I have no doubt there are many great days ahead for the First Baptist Church of Atlanta.". '&charset='+document.charset : (document.characterSet ? I am so disappointed in Dr. Stanley after seeing this about his divorce. Therefore, Dr. Charles Stanley has an estimated net worth of $2 million. What is faith and what does the Bible say about faith? A: I believe I have exhortation and teaching gifts. Please check your information and try again or call us at 1-800-759-0700. Index Editor Gerald Harris recently had the privilege of interviewing Anthony George, senior associate pastor of First Baptist Church in Atlanta. He explained that his family was content living in Florida and he had not planned on leaving. In 1985, he was elected president of the Southern Baptist Convention. Dr. Stanley is the founder of In Touch Ministries. George: There are so manythingsIhave learned from working for Dr. Stanley. document.write ("?zoneid=3&block=1&blockcampaign=1"); Passage: James 3:13-18 Teacher: Dr. Anthony George Sun, Feb 02, 2020 listen Staying in God's Will Passage: Acts 20:22-24 Teacher: Dr. Anthony George Wed, Jan 29, 2020 listen The Divine Wisdom of Jesus Passage: John 8:42-44 Teacher: Dr. Anthony George Wed, Jan 22, 2020 listen Always in Need of Wisdom Passage: Ephesians 5:15-17 After serving in World War II, George moved to Hollywood. Love In Christ, I am Wesley Barker. The 87-year-old preacher will now become Pastor Emeritus. Anthony Clement (231 words) . ", He added, "I have few regrets and I have many wonderful memories, but as much as I love being your pastor, I know in my heart this season has come to an end.". God opened up a greater opportunity as a more desirable location became available on Aloma Avenue. Q: You are perceived as a gifted servant of our Lord. Do you see any significant changes that are inevitable? Dr. Anthony George was appointed as the new Senior Pastor. Screen capture from FBC Atlanta. 770-936-5599, Anthony George welcomes members and guests at a recent Sunday morning worship service at First Baptist Atlanta. George: I believe that Scripture is the Spirit-inspired revelation of God to us. He is best known for roles of Don Corey in CBS 's Checkmate, Burke Devlin #2 and Jeremiah Collins on ABC 's Dark Shadows, as Dr. Tony Vincente on CBS 's Search for Tomorrow, and Dr. In his books, pastor Charles is known to address such issues as parenting, finances, relationships, emotions and the Protestant Christianity. Ive also heard the phrase used when people are talking about passing through a small town and they say, "Dont blink or you might miss it.". On September 13, 2020, Dr. Charles Stanley announced his retirement to the congregation in a prerecorded message shown at the end of First Baptists online service. You love him. The church could not be more supportive and loving. We are very excited! Another challenge is thatI came from a situation whereI used to apologize for not being in the pulpit to achurch whereI now apologize whenI am in the pulpit. if (document.MAX_used != ',') document.write ("&exclude=" + document.MAX_used); Then in December 2011, I got a call from Dr. Stanley asking me to pray aboutcoming to serve as his associate pastor. Despite his transition into a new role, Stanley insisted that his mission has not changed. He stayed at the church and became my greatestadvocate, prayerwarrior,and encourager. Ill continue to preach the Gospel as long as God allows, he added. document.write ("