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    Rev. Bill Britt

    Senior Minister
    billb@prumc.org
    404.240.8241

    Bill is from the small town of Thomaston in middle Georgia and is a graduate of Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta and his Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. He and his wife Wendie have been married for 40 years and have two adult children (Sara and Will). Bill has served churches throughout the North Georgia Conference including Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC in Augusta, Trinity UMC in Cartersville, and the First UMC in Athens. He became the senior minister at Peachtree Road UMC in 2008, and his hobbies include spending time with his three grandchildren, playing classic golf courses, and enjoying time at the beach. He loves to eat barbeque and icebox lemon pie!

    Rev. Bill Britt, Senior Minister

    Weekly messages to the congregation

    Our Lord Knows Us by Name
    We have gotten off to a great start to the new year here at Peachtree Road UMC. Last Sunday we heard the challenge of the prophet Isaiah in the form of two double imperatives: “Arise! Shine! Your light has come!” and “Lift up your eyes and see!” We begin our centennial year as a church, remembering that Christ’s light shines upon us, and our mission is to shine that light into the dark places of our world so all may experience the love, mercy, and grace of God. We closed worship by praying together the “Wesley Covenant Prayer” and then celebrating the Sacrament of Holy Communion. We made a good new beginning.
    January 10, 2025
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    Whisper a Prayer
    January is that unique month in which we look back upon the year that has just ended and look forward to a future that is unwritten. Let me suggest two exercises for this week. First, as you look back, write down three blessings for which you are grateful. Being thankful is the seed you plant when you want more joy in your life. Second, after listing your blessings, write down one thing you’re hoping for in the coming year. I want you to bring that hope with you to church this Sunday.
    January 3, 2025
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    Taking Our Cue from God
    I hope you had a wonderful Christmas with loved ones. Let me begin this year-ending note with a word of appreciation to all who had a hand in making this year's Christmas Eve celebration one to remember. It was exhilarating! Nearly 6,000 persons were present for one of our services in the sanctuary, and another 3,000 worshiped by livestream. I am grateful to the members of the Altar Guild and Flower Guild for all of their efforts to make our sanctuary the most beautiful room in Atlanta that night.
    December 27, 2024
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    The Wholeness of Life
    I don’t know about you, but I have found these days of Advent to be just what my soul has needed. On Sunday mornings we have focused upon the theme “Believe!” The Christmas angels have challenged all of us to believe just as they challenged Zechariah, Mary, and Joseph long ago. I don’t know about you, but I still am contemplating what it means to not let my fears prevent me from following God’s call in my life. Joseph is the prototype of a faithful follower and our guide.
    December 20, 2024
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    About Bill

    Bill Britt has served as the senior pastor of Peachtree Road since June, 2008.  He is a native of Thomaston, Georgia, and a graduate of Stetson University in DeLand, Florida (Bachelor in Arts), Candler School of Theology of Emory University (Master of Divinity), and United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio (Doctor of Ministry).

    His previous appointments include Ebenezer UMC in Forsyth (1981-1984), associate minister at Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC in Augusta (1984-1988), Trinity UMC in Cartersville (1988-1997), and the First UMC in Athens (1997-2008).

    Bill and his wife Wendie have two children, Sara and Will.  Sara is married to Diogo Pereira and they have two children, Lidia and Lucas.  Will is married to Gina Kim.  Bill enjoys playing golf, reading, and annual family vacations at the beach.