Meet The Pastor
Bishop and Senior Pastor Larry Turner
Hello. My name is Larry Turner and I am Pastor of whitestone ministry.
I joined Denver, NC Foursquare Church (our official name) in 2003. I received my Staff Ministerial License as Associate Pastor in 2008. I received my District Ministerial License in 2010 when I became Senior Pastor. Although I have not attended a seminary my life experiences and the call of Jesus to shepherd his flocks qualifies me to hold this role.
The first 32 years of my life was spent far from God. I served 2 years in the military, worked for 10 years in a local grocery chain, and 32 years delivering bread for a commercial bakery. I have experienced the heart-break of divorce and the challenges of a fractured family. I have experienced the bondage of addiction. I have experienced the burden of parental care for aging parents. I have experienced life.
In 1981 I married my wonderful wife and best friend, Debbie. It was through our relationship that I gave my life to Jesus in 1983 and made him my Lord. On January 5th, 2013 I retired from the work force to dedicate my life to serving him.
We have lived in the Denver area for the past 30 years. We have three adult children; Jason, Crystal, and Shane, all graduates of East Lincoln High School. We are also blessed with 7 grandchildren.