Vaughan Honored at Seminary
During the Missions Week chapel service on April 17 at the Theological Seminary, World Missions Director Roland Vaughan was honored for his years of faithful service, promotion of relevant missionary education and spiritual development.
This year, Vaughan and his wife, Carole, celebrate 40 years of missionary ministry. They have a legacy of blessings around the world in the lives of prepared, passionate servant leaders.
Vaughan began his missionary career in 1968 as a teacher at the Berea Bible Institute in Hermosillo, Mexico. He worked in Central America as an educator, overseer and superintendent until 1990 when he was elected as Assistant Director of World Missions. After two years he was elected General Director and served in that position until 1996.
Vaughan returned to the mission field in 1996 as Field Director of South America where he served until his election as Assistant Director in 2000. In 2004, he was elected to serve as General Director of World Missions for a second time.
Finishing the Great Commission
After accepting the plaque of appreciation, Vaughan preached a revolutionary message on why he is convinced the Great Commission can be fulfilled in this generation. He pointed to current world events and recognized the profound impact of modern technology—such as the Internet, television programs and radio broadcasts.
“The doors may have been nailed shut,” said Vaughan concerning “closed” countries, “but the windows have blown open!”
Lastly, Vaughan shared how missionaries are being sent from countries all around the world, not just the U.S. He challenged everyone to take the gospel with them where ever they may go.
“God is going to do it with us or without us,” said Vaughan. “But I don’t want to be left out.”
Rachel Ethun, Church of God World Missions
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