By Simon Baker, student news writer, Office of University Communications
CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. – Ryan K. Coffey, pastor of First Baptist Church in Somerset, Ky., will give the address at Campbellsville University’s Holy Week chapel service Wednesday, March 27.
The chapel service begins at 10 a.m. in Randsell Chapel at 401 N. Hoskins Avenue in Campbellsville.
Coffey has been a minister for over twenty years, and his biography notes he is “known for having a heart to revitalize churches, equip emerging leaders and disciple new followers of Christ.”
Throughout his time as pastor, he has led numerous short-term mission trips, discipleship events, revivals, and equipping sessions, according to his biography.
Besides preaching, Coffey also enjoys spending time outdoors and loves spending time with his wife, Holly, their two children, Ty and Campbell and his dog, Kenai.
Coffey received his Bachelor of Arts in Educational Ministries in 2005 and Master of Theology in 2013 – both from Campbellsville University. He is currently a doctoral student at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
Jamie Lawrence, executive director of ministry and church outreach at Campbellsville University s,aid, “It is such a blessing to see our alumni return to campus and invest in the next generation. Ryan Coffey has been so very successful in his ministry, first serving in Russell Springs and now in Somerset at First Baptist Church. Having him bring the Holy Week chapel message is a full circle moment and will be a blessing to all who attend.”
Chapel is designed to provide opportunities for corporate worship and exposure through a variety of informative speakers and presentations.
Chapels can be viewed on YouTube by searching “Campbellsville University Chapel Playlist.”
Chapels can also be found on the Campbellsville University Facebook page.
Campbellsville University is a widely acclaimed Kentucky-based Christian university that offers over 100 programs including doctoral, master, bachelor, associate and certificate programs. The website for complete information is www.campbellsville.edu.