09/21/2026
It is hard to put a day like yesterday into words.
We have a lot of special days at Union, but getting to ordain someone into the ministry doesn’t happen all the time, and that made yesterday one we won’t soon forget. Our church was full of family, friends, fellow believers, and so many people who came to support Bro. Aaron Poynter as he was ordained into the ministry and steps into this new season of serving the Lord.
There are so many thank yous that need to be said.
First, we are so thankful for our pastor, Bro. Patrick Patterson, who led the service and did a wonderful job. We appreciate his leadership, his guidance, and the heart he has for our church.
We are also so thankful for our deacons and each of the ordained men who came to serve on the council. Our benches were full and even overflowed into extra seats and that’s a pretty good problem to have! Thank you for the words of encouragement and wisdom you shared, and most importantly, for surrounding him in prayer.
A special thank you to Aaron’s grandfather, Bro. Roger Poynter, for bringing the charge. Bro. Roger is such a special person in Aaron’s life, which made it even more memorable to hear him share such heartfelt and important words as Aaron begins his ministry.
Thank you to our church family, friends, loved ones, community members, and everyone who came through the doors to be a part of such a special day. Thank you to Baylee Hart for these photos. They are treasures forever.
And last, but certainly not least, thank you to the beyond talented Yvonne Emerson for sharing her beautiful gift of music with us. We are so thankful for the way she used the gift God has given her to add to such a special service.
As Bro. Aaron begins this new season of ministry, we ask our church family and friends to keep him and his family in your prayers. Pray that the Lord gives him wisdom, strength, courage, and a heart that always stays focused on Him.
We are thankful the Lord allowed our church to be a part of this special day. May God bless him, guide him, and use his ministry for His glory for many years to come.