Meet Our Minister:                                   

       Jay Thornell

       

  Hi!  Some people call me "preacher" or "pastor", but I'd prefer it if you just called me "Jay."  I'm just a guy who has been rescued by the grace of God.  When I was 18 I felt this burden to preach, so I changed my college plans and headed to a place that could prepare me for that mission.  I have served two churches since graduation, but I still don't think of myself as a preacher.  I'm just a Christian who wants to help people who are on the wrong road to eternity.

  I have served as a minister with the Grand Strand Church of Christ since August of 2002.  This church has always treated me far better than I deserved and given me a great opportunity to serve people.  The church is composed of individuals from "all over."  For the time we have together, we want to enjoy each others company and to help as many people as possible in the name of Jesus. 

   Our theme for 2011 is "BEARING FRUIT."  Our memory verse for the year is, "THIS IS TO MY FATHER'S GLORY, THAT YOU BEAR MUCH FRUIT, SHOWING YOURSELVES TO BE MY DISCIPLES."  (John 15:8)  We do not want to be Christians in name only.  Our actions should reflect our claim.  If we are connected to Jesus, the results will be obvious.  We will bear much fruit and God will be glorified!

  Contact us on the web, come visit our church, or stop by to meet me in person.  I'm the worst sinner I know.  No one leaves my presence with me thinking that I am better than him or her.  I'd love to be able to help you to find the healing I have found in Jesus!

You may email Jay at jthornell@sc.rr.com