Servant Evangelism

A simple, straight forward approach to sharing God’s love in simple and practical ways.

 

Dr. William (Bill) J.  Viel, Jr. (1941-2023) served as a pastor for 24 years. He was then Founder and Executive Director of the Inner Harbor Ministry Baltimore, Maryland from 1988 to 2008, (working with up to 2000 volunteers each year). He was heavily engaged in chaplaincy ministry and served as Chairman of the SBC Chaplain's Commission. Chaplaincy ministry included caring for people in hospitals, prisons. law enforcement, hotels, businesses, convention centers, nursing homes, and the homeless. The many awards he received in recognition of this service included the Ken Picket Award for Special Ministries by the North American Mission Board in 2007. He served as the Board of Directors Vice- President of the Home Mission Board (now NAMB) and on the Board of Directors of the Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware.

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Bill and Linda, his wife for 59 years, have been widely recognized for their creative ideas and practical ways to minister to people and share the gospel. They frequently served as consultants, led training events, workshops, and either supported or participated in numerous ministries across the country as well as internationally. Bill wrote many booklets and articles which were printed in various Southern Baptist Convention and State Convention publications.

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Bill did the work of an evangelist throughout his many years of service. He developed a great deal of experience and understanding in the area of Servant Evangelism. He shares this concept of ministry; a valuable directory of over 800 creative ideas; and a supporting list of resources in his book entitled, Acts of Random Kindness: Can Change You, Your  church, Your community and the Entire World, 2008.

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I hope you find this to be a helpful resource in your church's outreach ministry.

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Rev. John S. Hamm

Director of Missions

North Roanoke Baptist Association

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Linda is an active member of First Baptist, Rocky Mount and is still available and delighted to share with churches in the area regarding her abounding ministry experiences and creative craft ideas which can be used in Servant Evangelism. Her contact information is available at the association office.

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