Book presents a selection of collected works compiled from sermonette's that he shared via the church newsletter for over a decade
THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In 1979, Virgil R. Lee and his family moved to the Dawson Street United Methodist Church in Thomasville, Georgia, where he would serve as pastor. The church newsletter that was mailed was printed on plain white bond paper, which meant the front page was blank. Lee determined he'd use the space not for some kind of advertisement, but to say something inspiring and encouraging. With that thought in mind, he wrote the first article, thinking about "little sermons that I have seen" – and from 1979 to 1993, he wrote an article every week under that topic with only an occasional exception.
In "Little Sermons That I Have Seen," Lee shares handpicked selections from over the years that he felt would resonate most with readers.
"From the first article to the last, I have written each one in relationship to something I have seen during that week," said Lee. "I've attempted to keep the articles fresh and readable, speaking about something that people could easily understand rather than getting bogged down in theology or debate over some social issue."
"Little Sermons That I Have Seen" was originally released in 1996. Since that time, many people have requested a copy. After Lee passed away on November 21, 2023, at the age of 86, The Virgil Lee Family Foundation decided to reprint the book. The foundation was established in 2024 to honor Lee's legacy and continue to share his writing, as well as to sponsor acts of love and kindness that make a meaningful impact in the local community.
"Little Sermons That I Have Seen"
By Virgil R. Lee
ISBN: 9798385034871 (softcover); 9798385034895 (hardcover); 9798385034888 (electronic)
Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the author
Virgil R. Lee was a Methodist pastor in the South Georgia Annual Conference for over forty years. His final appointment was as district superintendent of the Americus District of the United Methodist Church. He and his wife, Sue, returned to Thomasville, Georgia, for retirement, where he continued to be involved in all aspects of community life. The Lees have two children, Allen and Suzanne. To learn more, please visit http://www.virgilleefamilyfoundation.org.
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