New Haven Baptist Church, Cottondale
Tuscaloosa Baptist Association
Favorite Verse: Matthew 6:33
Favorite Hymn: “Victory in Jesus”
Hobbies: Camping and spending time with grandchildren
Family Status: Married to Faye for 48 years; four children, Victor III, Velisa, David and Randy; seven grandchildren
Victor Bonner Jr. has been a pastor for 37 years. Over the years, he led many tent revivals and planted four churches in Mississippi, North Carolina and Alabama. Although he retired three years ago, he now serves as pastor of New Haven Baptist Church, Cottondale.
Q: What led you into the ministry?
A: When I was 24, I was saved. I attribute that to my wife. I was 31 when I surrendered to the ministry. I had my own business and the Lord began to deal with me about entering full-time ministry.
Q: Why have you continued this activity?
A: My love for Jesus and souls and the commitment that I made to the Lord. I want to be faithful in serving Him.
Q: What does it demand?
A: It demands commitment and love for Christ.
Q: How do other family members support you?
A: They have always been very supportive. That’s been my earthly strength.
Q: What do you get from it?
A: I get inner joy and peace in knowing that I’m fulfilling my purpose and being in the Lord’s service.
Q: How do you see yourself involved in the ministry in the future?
A: I see myself continuing to serve my Lord in whatever way He leads.
Q: What difference will this ministry make for you in the future?
A: Hopefully the experience will help me give guidance to young pastors.
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