Faith
Florida Church Honors Pastor’s Legacy of Faith
Faith Facts
- Pastor Joshua R. Rene, a devoted father and executive pastor, passed away in a motorcycle accident in Florida.
- Journey Church members gathered to remember him and reflect on steadfast faith during difficult times.
- The church has asked for prayers and support for Rene’s family as they grieve his loss.
The Journey Church family is grieving after the loss of Pastor Joshua R. Rene, known for his dedication to his family, church, and faith.
Members gathered Sunday for a heartfelt worship service themed around finding faith during life’s valleys.
Lead Pastor Scott Baugh expressed how much Rene meant to the congregation, especially highlighting his friendship and joyful spirit.
“It just doesn’t feel real,”
Baugh said in the video.
“I don’t know what to say. For so many of you, he was Pastor Josh, and he was an amazing pastor.”
“But to me, he was just Josh. He was a friend, as close as a brother to me for 10 years.”
The church took time to honor Rene’s legacy and to pray for his family, lifting up the values of love and service he modeled.
“There was never a person he didn’t love, there was never a person he didn’t make time for,”
Baugh said through tears during the worship service.
“The one thing about Josh was that he was always joyful, always had faith.”
“One of the most amazing things that has struck me through this whole thing is to see the outpouring on social media and phone calls.”
The accident occurred when Rene’s motorcycle was struck by a vehicle, leading to his tragic passing at the scene.
“As a church community we are heartbroken over the loss of our beloved Pastor Josh,”
the church stated.
“Please pray with us for the Rene family.”
One message of comfort shared online reflected biblical hope:
“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I shall set you over much; enter the joy of your Lord.'”
As we pray for his family, let us hold fast to the promise that faith, family, and God’s love will carry us through every valley.