The Steve Wingfield Evangelistic Association/Victory Weekend Ministries recently had the privilege of bringing in one of the preeminent voices in contemporary Christianity to speak at New Beginnings Church in Harrisonburg. Dr. Elmer Towns, co-founder of Liberty University, author of more than 150 books, Dean of the Liberty School of Religion, recognized Sunday School authority, sought after speaker, and long-time friend and mentor of Steve Wingfield, spoke at New Beginnings Church, May 3^rd, 4^th, and 5^th, to enthusiastic and receptive audiences.

Tim McAvoy, Senior Pastor of New Beginnings Church, summed up Dr. Towns visit to his church this way, “The recent weekend at New Beginnings Church with Dr. Towns was filled with instruction and inspiration centering on the topics of fasting and prayer.  We were privileged to be one of the launch sites for The Prayer Bible, Dr. Towns’ latest endeavor of translating the Scriptures into prayers.  This concept resonated with people as over 200 Bibles were sold.  I pray that a spirit of prayer and revival will permeate our church and community as a result of Dr. Towns’ teachings and his challenge for us all to incorporate the Scriptures into our prayers.”

Thanks to Dr. Towns, local pastors and lay people alike were able to glean nuggets of wisdom from this distinguished educator. One person who attended said, “It was so awesome to hear him (Dr. Towns) share his experiences and insights with us. I will remember his talk for a long, long time. I learned so much.”