Ron Herrod to Speak at Immanuel Baptist Church

    Ron Herrod will be at Immanuel Baptist Church on Sunday, April 12 for three services at 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 6:00 p.m.
    In 1995, Ron Herrod began R.H.E.M.A. (Ron Herrod Evangelism Ministries Association) following 36 years as Senior Pastor of some of America's largest and fastest growing churches. His ministry has included national television, crusades, and mission projects in more than 30 countries throughout the world, an international tape/CD ministry, and the writing of seven books.  Dr. Herrod has served his denomination (Southern Baptist Convention) on the International Mission Board, Louisiana College Board, and Southern Seminary Board. He is Vice-President of the SBC's Pastor's Conference, President of Tennessee Pastor's Conference, President of the Conference of Southern Baptist Evangelists (COSBE), and served as First Vice President of the Southern Baptist Convention.  
    He is a graduate of William Carey College (BA), New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (ThM), and Luther Rice Seminary (ThD).  He has twice been elected President of the Luther Rice Seminary International Alumni. He was also honored as Alumnus of the Year in 2000 (LRS) and 2013 (NOBTS). 
    Ron and Emily (married August 23, 1963) have three children and nine grandchildren, and make their home in beautiful East Tennessee.
    Dr. Herrod was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in October, 2001.  The disease is now in remission. Please pray for total healing and strength to continue this ministry. Dr. Herrod believes God is continuing to give healing and strength. He has chosen Psalm 118:17 for his faith verse – "I will not die but I will live to proclaim the works of the Lord."