“When the Lord brought us an offer from a growing church who desperately needed the space, we voted overwhelmingly to sell and relocate,” said pastor Steve Potts.
Gerald Burns said — as he always has — that if someone else were to take over, he would step aside and let them. But for now, “as long as I’m able, I don’t mind doing it,” he said.
“It’s a new day at Dauphin Way. This is no longer just a hopeful expression. God is making it a reality, and it is evident that He has a great plan for our future.” —Pastor Lee Merck
The next season for the congregation of Trussville’s Deerfoot Baptist Church includes a new location, possibly new branding and definitely “a church set up to mentor and disciple members to be effective ministers in the community.”
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