Moderator’s Report 
                      Fall Association, November 4, 2006

     It is hard to realize that an entire year has passed since I assumed the position as Moderator in the fall of 2005. I heartily concur with those who say that the older one becomes, the faster the years seem to go by!
     It has been an interesting year for me, serving in the capacity as your Moderator. It has provided the opportunity for me to attend, and participate in three Induction Services, and one Ordination Service. I found each of these occasions to be a very positive and uplifting experience. It is very encouraging to see the union of God’s servants and His people in these various churches throughout our Association. It is my prayer that we continue to witness God’s ongoing leading and presence in all of our churches within the Eastern Valley United Baptist Association.
    During my time as Moderator, I conducted several Council meetings, all which were held at the New Minas Baptist Church. I want to take this opportunity to thank, publicly, the kind people of the New Minas Baptist Church for their willingness to allow us to conduct our meetings there. The location and facilities are excellent, and centrally located for those in attendance. We truly appreciate the hospitality, and look forward to the use of your facility in the future. Once again, THANKS SO MUCH!
    We are pleased to conduct this fall’s Association at Falmouth United Baptist Church, and we express our appreciation to Rev. Wayne Merrill, and the members of his church for their kind hospitality.
    As my term as Moderator concludes, I want to express appreciation to all who serve the Lord in a wide variety of ways as they toil in the many different aspects of the Association’s committees, offices, and functions. May God continue to bless all of you, and all that you accomplish in His Name. 
    Please keep Rev. Barbara Cochran in your prayers as she serves you as your Moderator for the next year. May God bless her in this new capacity.

                                                                Respectfully submitted,

                                                                 Graham Thomas, Moderator