Pastor Gordon and First Lady Ruth, willingly began their journey serving in the Lord's work, being officially installed as Pastors on March 31, 2019 at Pine Bluff First Assembly of God -West Campus. However, this journey began decades earlier. As a young man in 1979 Pastor Gordon enlisted in the United States Army. Yes, to serve our nation, but also to acquire enough funds to attend Bible College. In 1984, Pastor Gordon graduated from New Testament Christian Seminary. It was at Bible College where he met Sister Ruth. After graduating, Pastor Gordon's first assignment was to serve as one of the Associate Pastors in Waipahu, Hawaii (1985). After one year, he returned to the mainland to attend the Western Division Conference. It was there that he accepted the Macedonian call to began his journey of pioneering a church in Sierra Vista, Arizona. As he progressed, Pastor Gordon faced a pressing concern. He wanted a wife! Unbeknownst to Sister Ruth, Pastor Gordon had begun seeking counseling from their Pastor concerning this important life decision. On September 10, 1987, Willie and Ruth Gordon began their journey, and the two became one. First Lady is a graduate of New Testament Christian Seminary as well.

     

            Pastor Gordon was blessed with a bonus child at the beginning of his and Sister Ruth's journey.  Joseph Himmel-Gordon, (August 26, 1983 - May26, 2012) Being no longer with them on this earthly journey, he awaits to see his Mom, Dad, and his two younger brothers in heaven. Stepping up to as the oldest son, Fred Lemuel Gordon uses his talents to serve in the music ministry, and video department, which he takes very seriously. Youngest son Willie Reginald Gordon Jr. serves as one of the assistants in the church's audio and video department, youth department, and church maintenance.

 

            The journey of Pastor Gordon and Sister Ruth in Sierra Vista, Arizona extended form 1985-2002 at RevivalTime Christian Church. After seventeen years of service there, being led by the Holy Ghost, Pastor Gordon and his family returned to his birthplace, Pickens, Arkansas. There, Pastor Gordon led the flock at Greater First Christian Church from Fall 2002-March 2019. After seventeen years of service there, Pastor Gordon and his family followed the direction of the Holy Spirit and united with Assemblies of God in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. 

 

           The Gordon's hearts' desire is to "Serve the Lord with gladness..." (Psalm 100:2) and to  be willing and available to serve God's people. Pray for Pastor Gordon, Sister Ruth, and their two sons, Fred and Willie Jr. that they will continue their journey, according to Ephesians 6:10, "Finally my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might."