On January 25, the Detroit Church of Christ celebrated its 25th anniversary. Nearly 500 were in attendance, as prayers and songs were lifted up to God. The morning began with a heartwarming, special rendition of “Men Who Dream.”
Daryl and Charon Reed, who were original members of the planting and now in the ministry in Washington D.C., kicked off the service in prayer.
Rodney and Jennifer Fuller, former leaders in Detroit, shared a powerful communion that encouraged the church to focus on continually serving Jesus.
The communion was followed by a sermon that was delivered by Kevin Holland, who was the first evangelist and leader of the church planting. It was 25 years ago that Kevin along with his wife Tracena that a team of disciples came to Detroit with the mission to spread the Gospel.
In Kevin’s message, he continually praised God for answering the original mission team’s prayers. He told the audience that he was looking out at answered prayers and even joked that some of the current members were not even born at the time of the planting.
There were many prayers and songs. But one special song, “25 Years” was written by one of the integral members of Detroit’s worship team, Deena Fox.
To conclude the service, one of the original members of the mission team, Mickey expressed his gratitude. He encouraged the church to continue to love because God loved first. The service was followed by a wonderful feast and hours of fellowship.
It was wonderful to share an afternoon of food, laughter, but most of all God’s love.
