A Beautiful Story of Lasting Love
Every year leading up to Valentine’s Day, I remember my friend and fellow pastor, Mel Amrine. He had a deep love for Christ, a commitment…
Author: Ray Williams
Ray Williams has served as the Founder and President of CityChurch Network since its beginning in 1999. Previously, he served in multiple pastor roles at Fellowship Bible Church in Little Rock for 38 years. He and his wife Carolyn love to attend movies and travel together. They have two daughters and seven grandchildren who know him as “Papa Ray.”
He graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 1977 and earned an M.A. in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication from UA Little Rock in 1985. He is pursuing a Doctorate of Ministry through the Antioch School for Church Planting and Leadership Development. His training as an Army Airborne Ranger and active-duty service as an Infantry officer in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1977 to 1981 earned him the nickname “Ranger Ray” with some of his long-term friends.
A Revealing Story of Grace & Forgiveness
Claire Culwell was raised in an adoptive family where she felt deeply loved and thrived. Her life had been so rich and full that she…
Immanuel — God with Us
While I (Ray) can’t remember the year, there is a distinct Christmas memory I will never forget. My wife Carolyn and I had just celebrated…
A Trip to Bud Walton Arena
It was about 6:30 p.m. on September 19th, when my friend Dan dropped me off just across the street from Bud Walton Arena. As I…
Churches Helping Families Flourish in Schools
Each August brings both anticipation and anxiety for many families. Children are excited about new school supplies, new clothes, reconnecting with friends, and getting back…
Two Storms, One Great Hope
If you live in Central Arkansas, you probably remember where you were one year ago on March 31st of last year. I was at a…
The True: Flourishing in Knowledge and Education
Why did Jesus come to this earth? What did he do and teach? What does he want for us? We could speculate, but it is…
The Very Good in a Flourishing Community
I (Ray) recently attended a watch party with leaders in Central Arkansas for the Global Leadership Summit (GLS). Every year, GLS brings in premier voices…
Glimpses of a Flourishing Community
Recently, I was at the bedside of Gary, a friend I’ve known for over 40 years. We have watched our children and grandchildren grow up…
