Below you will find the audio from the Worship Service where we recognized Rev. Jones, as well as copies of the official resolution that was presented to him that day, and the congregational prayer of affirmation.
Congratulations, Rev. Jones, and thank you for everything!
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Official Resolution
The Administrative Council, as the governing body of the First Christian Church of Scottsdale, hereby proudly recognizes the many years of dedicated service and pastoral leadership by the Reverend Donald C. Jones, a former Senior Pastor of this Church.
The Council intends for the Church to now formally recognize and honor these years of dedicated service by Reverend Jones.
Now Therefore, Be It Resolved, that First Christian Church of Scottsdale hereby designates and bestows upon the Reverend Donald C. Jones the title of Pastor Emeritus of the Church. This title is offered in recognition of the exceptional service Reverend Jones provided during his tenure as Senior Pastor of this Church from 1967 until 1991.
In Witness Whereof, this Resolution is passed in the month of October in the year 2012.
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Congregational Prayer
We are all a part of the body of Christ. We all witness God’s unlimited love for all people. We have received Jesus’ ministry of reconciling love.
We rejoice that the ministry of Christ is shared through the Reverend Don Jones. We accept him today and in the future as the Pastor Emeritus of this church.
In conferring this honor upon you Don, we pledge our continued concern for your health and happiness. We cherish the contributionsyou have made and continue to make for the good of this church and this congregation.
Together we will seek to glorify God and serve Christ in a mission and ministry of love.
May the blessings and love of God be yours now and always.
Amen.
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