We express to Dr. H. Franklin Paschall our profound appreciation for his splendid, unselfish leadership in the office of president of the Convention. He has represented our Convention nobly and well. We have come to be increasingly grateful for his gifts, his uncomplaining response to every responsibility, his faithfulness to Christ, and his loyalty to the Word of God and service to his kingdom through his churches. Dr. Paschall has represented us well as a greatly gifted spokesman for Christ. He has spoken responsibly, fairly, firmly, and in love. We have observed a high level of dedication and commitment to our Lord.
Our appreciation is also expressed to his wife and family for sharing him with our Convention during his tenure in office. They have each made it easier for him to function so well and so worthily.
We express our appreciation to the First Baptist Church of Nashville, Tennessee, and its staff for their generosity and understanding. The president has fulfilled his duties while he and his church have been involved in an extensive building project.
We also express our appreciation to the vice-presidents of the Convention who have served with President Paschall efficiently and selflessly: Landrum P. Leavell and John A. Abernathy. To Clifton J. Allen, recording secretary, to W. Fred Kendall, registration secretary and to Porter W. Routh, executive secretary-treasurer our deepest thanks. These elected officers, along with the president, have borne their responsibilities and shouldered their duties, as always, in a helpful, Christ-honoring manner.