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news about the denomination
The following news items apply to (or affect) the Free Will Baptist denomination scattered across the nation and around the world.To read more about Free Will Baptists and the various departments that make up the national organization, visit www.nafwb.org.
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Free Will Baptist Bible College Honors Bert and Dianne Tippett
NASHVILLE, TN—More than 250 people gathered in Free Will Baptist Bible College’s Memorial Auditorium on June 4 to share in The Celebration!, an evening to honor long-time employees Bert and Dianne Tippett for their 44-year ministry at FWBBC. For the first time in school history, an event was streamed live from the college, with more than 500 people logging onto the FWBBC website.
President Matt Pinson said, “We were delighted that so many friends joined us to honor the Tippetts who have been Christian examples and mentors for four decades. Bert and Dianne embody the biblical principles of faithfulness and sacrificial love. Their consistency as role models in service has made them the face of FWBBC to a generation of pastors, parents, and students.”
A 25-voice volunteer choir composed of individuals who sang or travelled with the Tippetts on choir tours and other music groups performed a special arrangement of “It Is Well With My Soul,” by Dr. James Stevens, chair of the Music Department.
The 90-minute program included remarks by colleagues, family members, and friends, followed by a reception in Cumberland Cafeteria. Participants spoke of the Tippetts as co-workers, parents, friends, Christian examples, and professionals.
Dr. Robert Picirilli, retired academic dean, said, “Bert and Dianne began to rise above the crowd even when they were students. Both of them offered up, on the altar of this ministry we call Free Will Baptist Bible College, the sweet-savor sacrifice of excellence. They exemplified how to love God and submit to His bidding. They continue to set an example for all of us in their own personal lives and present, difficult circumstances.”
Alumni Association president Frank Owens commended the Tippetts for their faithfulness and announced that the alumni scholarship will now be known as the Bert and Dianne Tippett Alumni Scholarship, in honor of their unparalleled service to the college.
Citing the Tippetts’ outstanding work since 1965, President Pinson presented them a plaque of appreciation. He later shared that FWBBC graduates Gary and Dottie Wright (who travelled from California to attend) had made a $15,000 gift to the college in honor of the Tippetts.
The Tippetts spoke briefly to attendees. “I’ve never felt more unworthy of anything in my life than I do tonight,” Bert said. Dianne expressed appreciation for the ongoing encouragement, cards, and emails as they continue to face Bert’s health issues.
The Tippetts serve FWBBC in the area of public relations. Bert is director of church relations; Dianne volunteers as mailing list coordinator.
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Foundation Sets Money Management Trust Rate
ANTIOCH, TN—The Money Management Trust rate is set at 3.00% for the July 1-December 31, 2009 period by Free
Will Baptist Foundation. The rate is set for the six-month periods to reflect the market interest rate.
 This rate applies to
all trusts less than $100,000 as slightly higher rates apply for larger trusts. These trusts are available to Free Will Baptist
churches, organizations and individuals. Individual trusts require certain restrictions.
More information can be obtained
by calling toll free 877-336-7575 or via email at foundation@nafwb.org. Learn more about the Free Will Baptist Foundation at www.fwbgifts.org.
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