Wayne Hatfield

Rocky Springs Baptist Church, Louisiana
Public Safety/Community Chaplaincy, Public Safety/Community Chaplaincy
Homer  Louisiana
Rocky Springs Baptist Church
February 12
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About My Family

I was born and raised in Homer, Louisiana. I’m married with two grown children.

I have retired from the family business, which has given me time to do some other things in my life. I became a Christian more than 50 years ago. My mother was instrumental in leading me to Christ, but both my parents were Christians. They made me the person I am today. I thank God for them all the time.

About My Ministry

I am an SBC-endorsed chaplain with the Claiborne Parish Fire District #4 (2010) and a disaster relief chaplain with the Louisiana Baptist State Convention (2008). Additionally, I have been the local Justice of the Peace since 2019.

SBC Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy is a vital frontline ministry and extension of the local church. Chaplains reach the lost among the thousands of men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces, healthcare settings, correctional facilities, public safety, disaster relief sites, and corporate environments. SBC Chaplains care for the broken, offer hope to the hopeless, and advance the gospel of Jesus Christ in hard-to-reach places.

The qualifications expected of a Southern Baptist applying for endorsement as a chaplain or counselor are established by their institution and the Chaplains Commission, SBC. These qualification requirements vary according to the type of chaplaincy or counseling ministry involved but all are expected to meet a high level of ministerial competence.

Pray

Pray I will be the witness our Lord Jesus would have me to be, giving me the opportunities and words that would lead those I serve to a closer work with our Lord Jesus. Pray for boldness to share the gospel and open hearts among the people to whom I minister. Pray for people to come to saving faith in Jesus. Pray for more to become missionaries and chaplains.

Participate

Commit to long-term prayer support. Chaplains serve as an extension of the local church in places that other church members and staff sometimes cannot go. Explore the opportunities to extend the reach of your church by becoming a chaplain. Support and pray for chaplains and their families.
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