Kenneth Lynn Stapleton Former Pastor of Huntingdon Missionary Baptist Church Born Again: On A Thursday night in 1969 Place: Bethel Baptist Church in Toledo, Ohio Age: 19	His Testimony I was raised in a Christian home (My father was a Missionary Baptist Minister) and was taken to church all of my life. I became deeply convicted of my sins at age ten and I went to the altar for prayer repeatedly for many years, but did not find any relief from the guilt of sin. One Thursday in 1969, Nan (my wife to be) asked me to take her to a revival at her friend's church. I was angry and did not want to go, but I consented to take her. That night I felt a greater conviction than ever before. When the service ended, I spoke to the evangelist and explained my condition. He asked if I would like to pray for my salvation and I said yes. After praying silently for a few moments, the minister stopped me and asked me if I was ashamed of God. When I answered no, he suggested that I pray aloud. It was at that moment that I realized I was ashamed of God. I cried out in prayer, "Oh God, save me!" Immediately the burden of sin was gone and the most wonderful peace washed over me. I was finally saved.
	Nan Stapleton Born Again: Wednesday of the Third Week of August in 1967 Place: Bethel Missionary Baptist Church Age: 16 Joined the Church on August 27, 1967	Her Testimony I thought I was saved when I was a young child (about 7 years old). I began attending Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Toledo, Ohio, and heard the old-time gospel. As the gospel went forth, I became troubled and knew after a short time that I had never experienced salvation. I attempted to run from the conviction, but the evangelist, Brother Pete Porter, called out to me, "Young lady are you saved?". Under great condemnation, I answered, "No". I went to the altar that night and with a large congregation all around me, I repented to God and He gloriously saved me. I will never forget that wonderful day.

"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in who they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him
of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the
feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!" [Romans 10:13 through 15]

Bro. Lynn Stapleton was Pastor at HMBC from Easter Sunday 1989 until April 10, 2022. He and his wife Nanalee "Nan" devoted those years to the ministry of
the cause of Jesus Christ at HMBC. Bro. Lynn and Nan were admired and respected by everyone they came in contact with. Bro. Lynn was actively involved in benevolent work not only in the church
but also in the entire community. Nan was a teacher of special education in the Carroll county school system and began The Helping Hands ministry at HMBC. They are group of ladies in the
church who provide meals for members who are sick, have had been hospitalized or had surgery, and for the family of a deceased member. They also ministered to shut-ins by gifts and visits.
Occasionally, as chauffeur, Nan treated them to a "day out" of shopping and fun. We will miss Bro. Lynn and Nan at HMBC, but wish them every blessing in their new home in Perrysville, Ohio.

[ Home | Testimonies | Next |Contact Us ]