On 15 October the induction took place of Joe Bannister to the pastorate at Jubilee Baptist Church (JBC), Occold.
Over 200 people gathered in Occold Village Hall, where space was at a premium and some had no choice but to stand. The service was chaired by David Steere, who was moderator at JBC. David also conducted the charge to the pastor and to the church.
Church and community
Robert Powell, secretary of JBC, shared how the church had come to invite Joe. Joe shared some of his spiritual background and story. He firmly believed that God had led him to the church at Occold and was excited at the prospect of working with the church in the community.
