What is an example of a welcome and occasion speech for pastor appreciation?

Giving honor to God, who is the head of my life. To Pastor and Sis Preston, Pastor Preston, visiting ministers, members and visitors. On behalf of Our Pastor and the first lady, and all of the members of the Beth-Eden Baptist Church family.

I am honored to be able welcome you here this evening. I pray that you felt the presence of the Lord as you entered into the doors.

We welcome you to experience our worship service while we celebrate the 8 th anniversary of Pastor and Sis. C.O. Preston and Family.

Pastor Preston, in Romans 10: 14- 15 it states "How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: "How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!"[

Again, we welcome you all and thank you for being a part of this glorious day!