Richards, Lorick to address Annual Meeting on Day 1

FLINT—The Southern Baptists of Texas Convention Annual Meeting kicks off today at Flint Baptist Church on the outskirts of Tyler.

Among the highlights on today’s schedule will be the ceremonial passing of the torch from SBTC’s first executive director, Dr. Jim Richards, to his successor, Dr. Nathan Lorick. A recognition dinner for Dr. Richards and his wife, June, will be held at 4:45 p.m. Richards will then bring the Biblical Challenge sermon beginning at 7:20 p.m.

Lorick will address the meeting with a Biblical Challenge at 8:15 p.m., and he and his wife, Jenna, will greet attendees at a come-and-go welcome reception at 9 p.m. (immediately following the evening session).

Registration information

Pre-registration ends at noon today. Messengers are encouraged to call their church office to be registered as a messenger. Registration will also continue onsite throughout the Annual Meeting.

Those unable to attend the Annual Meeting in person can follow the main sessions by watching the live stream provided online. Registration is required.

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