A Special Replay of Episode 5 parts 1 and 2 As a tribute to Georg Shaffer.

It is with deep sorrow and Christian hope that we announce the passing of George Richard Shaffer, Sr., Director of Deacon and Leadership Training, who entered the presence of the Lord on August 19, 2026.

George faithfully dedicated his life to serving Christ, strengthening churches, mentoring leaders, and equipping deacons and pastors for effective biblical ministry. His wisdom, encouragement, and servant leadership impacted countless individuals and congregations across the nation.

We thank God for George's legacy of faith, integrity, and leadership. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and serving alongside him.

As a tribute to his life and ministry, we invite you to listen to a special episode of Church Leadership in Focus Episode 100:

In episodes 101- 102, Parts 1 and 2, the host, Don Hicks, introduces George Shaffer, the director of Deacon and leadership at Church Health Solutions, as a special guest. George is also a friend, and Don met George at First Baptist Church in Charlottesville, Virginia, where Don served as the Senior Transitional Pastor for almost three years. George played a significant role as the Deacon's Chairman in changing the Deacon ministry's culture. George will share that the first step in a pastor and deacon working together is to form a biblical, healthy personal friendship and relationship that builds trust.

Don highlights their collaborative work in providing Deacon training, conflict resolution, Christian conciliation, and mediation to churches and church leaders by sharing The Gospel through Church Health Solutions.

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In this special episode of Church Leadership in Focus, host Don Hicks pays tribute to his dear friend and ministry partner, George Richard Shaffer, Sr., who entered the presence of the Lord on August 19, 2026. George devoted his life to serving Christ, strengthening churches, mentoring leaders, and developing healthy biblical leadership

Listeners will hear personal stories of George's impact on church leadership, deacon ministry, conflict resolution, and pastoral encouragement. Don reflects on their years serving together, the lessons George taught him about leadership, and the influence George had on pastors and churches throughout the country.

George's remarkable career included executive leadership at AT&T and service as Senior Director of Executive Education at the Darden School of Business, where he helped develop leadership programs for major corporations. Yet his greatest passion was serving Christ and investing in people. He faithfully served as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, mentor, husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

Join us as we celebrate a life marked by faith, integrity, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to helping others lead well for the glory of God.

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2 Part Series

In Part 2 the conclusion of this episode of Church Leadership in Focus, Dr. Don Hicks sits down with Henok Girma Tibebu to discuss a journey marked by challenges, perseverance, and God's faithfulness. From caring for a child with special needs to balancing family, ministry, and leadership responsibilities, Henok shares how God sustained his family through difficult seasons and transformed their struggles into a testimony of grace, healing, and hope. Listeners will be encouraged to trust God's presence even when the path is uncertain.

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