ATLANTA (February 16, 2012) – Lt. Governor Casey Cagle and Senator Bill Hamrick (R-Carrollton) welcomed Rev. Steve McFall to serve as the Chaplain of the Day on February 16, 2012 in the State Senate.

“Rev. McFall gave an insightful and uplifting devotional today,” said Sen. Hamrick. “It was an honor to host him in the Senate and share his message with my fellow senators.  During these challenging times, he reminded us that we can overcome anything with hard work, dedication, and faith.”

“It was an honor to welcome Rev. McFall to the Senate today.  The tradition of the Senate to begin each day with a devotional and prayer allows us to set our mind and heart in the right direction as we make important policy decisions.  As we face daunting challenges during this session, I’m confident that the Senate will answer the call to serve.  Today, Rev. McFall encouraged Senators and inspired each of us to lead our state in the right direction,” Lt. Governor Casey Cagle said.

Rev. McFall is the Senior Pastor at Central Baptist Church in Douglasville.  He attended Samford University where he received a Bachelors of Arts degree and received the Herman Ross Arnold Award for Most Outstanding Religion Student.  He went on to graduate from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX with a Master of Divinity with an emphasis in Biblical languages.  He has been with his wife Stephanie for 25 years and they have four children.

RELEASE

For Immediate Release:

February 20, 2012

Contact:

Natalie Dale, Director

Jennifer Yarber, Deputy Director

jennifer.yarber@senate.ga.gov

404.656.0028