By Darrel Wheeler, Contributing Writer
The 2024 big honors luncheon under the direction of Dr. Pastor John Ringgold was held at the University Club in downtown San Diego. One very special honoree was Mrs. Lylya Sampson, 103 years of age, who celebrated her 78th year as a member of Bethel Baptist Church’s congregation.
Other honorees included Mrs. Patrica Taylor, usher par excellence at Bethel Baptist Church for 40 years, always lives up to her humble calling as a humble soul. Miss Ashley McCullough, the bright college student, is a rising star and a future leader to be watched and admired. Mr. Asa Harian, a gifted youth member of Bethel, is smart and articulate and promises to be an outstanding leader inspiring hope and faith in God.
These very special community treasures were recognized for their unwavering support, commitment, future involvement, and global missions.
The honorees were handed their flowers and gifts and were treated to some fine dining, speeches of appreciation, and of course, standing ovations for doing God’s work and for their selflessness.
The Center for Hundredfold Living is proposed to give support to Global Christian Missions.
“We want to thank all the honorees for showing up and all the people that showed up to support them for this joyful occasion,” Co-event organizer and Bethel member Evalette Bennett shared.
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