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David Moore

David Moore has been writing and editing for newspapers and magazines in Florida for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Florida. A proud member of First Baptist Church of Ocala, David serves in the worship, deacon and NextGen ministries. He and his wife Beth have three children.

Focus on Scripture and community outreach revitalizes church

David Moore May 9, 2022 0

When Pastor Adrian Taylor thinks about the revitalization and growth that Springhill Missionary Baptist Church has experienced over the past 17 years, he is quick to give credit to…
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‘Divine appointments’ lead to ministry with brain injury survivors/families

David Moore Apr 18, 2022 0

When Pastor Eric Wietz encounters someone who has experience with a brain injury, he knows it’s not a chance meeting or a coincidence, but rather a divine appointment.
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Perry church partners with school through Homework Help Club

David Moore Mar 29, 2022 0

Through its new Homework Help Club, First Baptist Church in Perry is helping struggling students thrive in school due to a unique partnership with nearby Taylor County Elementary…
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Dedicated deacon creates thriving food ministry from desire to share his faith

David Moore Mar 3, 2022 0

With a desire to serve his Savior, Gary Watson began offering free produce and Christian tracts to Live Oak residents more than 10 years ago. Today his faithfulness has expanded…
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Lulu Baptist Church: Small churches mustn’t think small

David Moore Jan 27, 2022 0

Lulu Baptist Church in North Florida has proven that even small churches can touch lives in its community if members have a commitment to go beyond the walls of the church.
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Pastor dedicated to bringing good news to Florida’s schools

David Moore Jan 3, 2022 0

CITRUS SPRINGS--As pastor of Lighthouse Baptist Church in Citrus Springs since 2007, Jess Burton has sought ways to impact his community with the gospel of Jesus Christ. He is…
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Christmas Story comes alive in Perry’s ‘Walk Thru Bethlehem’ event

David Moore Dec 23, 2021 0

A dozen churches worked with local businesses and the Perry-Taylor County Chamber of Commerce to launch Perry’s first “Walk Through Bethlehem” event, allowing their North Florida…
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Churches can make huge difference in Florida’s prisons, chaplain says

David Moore Dec 1, 2021 0

Churches looking for transformative ways to minister to the lost need only look to the nearest state prison, said Bo Hammock, a regional chaplain with the Florida Department of…
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FAITH Riders take gospel wherever they go

David Moore Nov 22, 2021 0

James Grimes has been the director of the FAITH Riders chapter at Gateway Baptist Church in Lake City for only three years but he’s already looking for ways to expand it beyond the…
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Mission strategist: Sabbaticals critical for those in ministry

David Moore Nov 2, 2021 0

Sean McMahon has served in ministry for 41 years now, but only recently was able to take his first sabbatical – a six-week break from his work as associational mission strategist…
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