WHITLEY TO PRESENT "PREACHERS OF THE PAST" AT BCF

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 20, 2010

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Chapel services at The Baptist College of Florida (BCF) in Graceville may be a little out of the ordinary August 30 through September 1 as BCF President Thomas A. Kinchen has invited evangelist Doug Whitley to share his unique talent with the faculty, staff and students.

This year marks Whitley's twentieth anniversary in full time drama ministry. Taking his entire family from coast to coast and around the world, Whitley transforms himself into a plethora of characters, allowing audiences a glimpse into the lives of some influential Christian leaders through a presentation called "Preachers of the Past."

According to Kinchen, the week's chapel services may include appearances from patrons of the faith, such as D.L. Moody, Charles Spurgeon and E.M. Bounds. Services will begin at 10 a.m. and are open to the public, free of charge.

Whitley grew up in eastern North Carolina, and at the age of four gave his life to Christ. He dedicated his life to service of the Lord at the young age of 11. His experience with Christian drama began in high school and led to three years of traveling with a Christian drama team. It was during this time that the impact of drama became evident to him in its ability to reach souls and change hearts as he witnessed its effect on congregations.

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Speech and a Master's degree in Dramatic Production. He has been a college speech department chair and director of special programs for Southside Christian School. Whitley has appeared in three Christian films, various TV and radio programs, and authored eight Christian plays.
For more information on the fall 2010 chapel schedule, please call at 800-328-2660 ext. 446 or download the chapel schedule at www.baptistcollege.edu.