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Biography by Tim McCracken
Family Photo
Background:
My
parents are Robert and Mary Lynn McCracken. Dad is a retired RPCNA
pastor. He and Mom
live in
Columbus
,
IN
, where my brother Andy serves
as pastor. I would love to emulate my Dad and Mom's heart for
evangelism and love for people. I was born in
Syracuse
,
NY
, spent my elementary education years in
Marion
,
IA
, and spent my High School years in
Walton
,
NY
.
Education:
BA Biblical
Studies –
Geneva
College
(grad.
1981)
MDIV – Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary
(grad. 1988)
Work and ministry experience:
1982-85 Student Recruiter for Geneva College
1985-88 (during Seminary) Youth Group leader
for North Hills Reformed Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh,
PA.
Evangelism Explosion class leader.
1988-present Pastor of First Reformed Presbyterian Church, Fresno, CA
1990-93 Volunteer Counselor for New Creation
Ministries. This involved weekly meetings with Christian men who
were striving to rid their lives of homosexual sins.
1995-present Pacific Coast Presbytery representative to the RPCNA Home Mission Board. Provisional Session member for new church plant in Orange, CA.(1996-present) Church Planter Conference planner. (1998 and 2000)
Planner and
participant in leadership for summer family camps of the Pacific
Coast Presbytery of the RPCNA
Leading Bible Studies with the materials from Precept Ministries (Kay Arthur)
Other interests: My greatest interest is in music, with a particular love for a capella harmonies. I'm sort of a "wanna-be" musician, with a wistful longing to engage in aspects for which I have no technical training! I enjoy making wooden furniture. Volleyball is my favorite team sport, and I enjoy most all sports.
Recently published book "God's Message to You".
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First Reformed Presbyterian
Church of Fresno
559-251-4176
Our focus is:
Biblical Teaching thru God's Word
Join our family centered worship:
Bible School: 9:45 am - all ages
Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 am
Sunday Evening Study: 5:30 pm
Listen to Sermons Online
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We are located at:
380 N. Maple Ave.
Fresno, Ca. 93702
559-251-4176
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Our singing -
Listen to a selecion of
Psalms being sung a capella Click here
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