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January 2005 |
Bill Hinson, Confessing Movement leader, dies at 68
By United Methodist News Service
The Rev. William Hinson, a founder and president of the Confessing Movement, died Dec. 26, 2004, a month after suffering a massive stroke. He was 68.
A leading conservative voice in the United Methodist Church, Hinson helped found the Confessing Movement in 1995 and was serving a two-year term as its president when he died.
"He was a tireless and winsome witness to the apostolic faith," the evangelical organization said in a Dec. 26 statement.
Beyond his role in the Confessing Movement, Hinson led one of the denomination's largest congregations for many years, served on United Methodist agencies and was active in the World Methodist Council.
He died at Huntsville (Ala.) Hospital, where he had been since suffering a stroke Nov. 28.
A native of Jeff Davis County, Ga., Hinson began preaching at age 18 and served at several Georgia churches. He went on to lead First United Methodist Church of Houston, one of the denomination's largest congregations, for 18 years. After retiring in 2001, he served on the staff of First United Methodist Church of Huntsville.
Hinson was a traditional preacher who emphasized Scriptural authority and evangelism, and was involved in missions around the world, said the Rev. Don Cross, pastor of First Church in Huntsville.
"We loved and appreciated having him with us. He was always an asset to us," Cross said. "I called it a journey, and it was just too short."
Hinson received degrees from Georgia Southern University, Candler School of Theology at Emory University, and Boston University, as well as honorary doctorates from Asbury Theological Seminary and Houston Graduate School of Theology. Honors included the Denman Evangelism Award from the Texas Annual (regional) Conference in 1985 and the Philip Award for Outstanding Leadership in Evangelism 2000.
He served on the World Methodist Council's executive and evangelism committees. He also had served as president of the Council on Finance and Administration, a member of the Board of Global Ministries, a trustee for Asbury Seminary, and a delegate to several General and jurisdictional conferences. He also wrote several books on evangelism, discipleship and other topics.
Hinson is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jean Laird Hinson, three children and 13 grandchildren. A memorial service was held Dec. 28 at First United Methodist Church in Huntsville, Ala.
Memorial contributions can be made to The Confessing Movement to honor Hinson. Send to: Hinson Memorial, The Confessing Movement within the United Methodist Church, 7995 East 21st St., Indianapolis, IN 46219.
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