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North Carolina Pastor Killed After Car Crashes Into Restaurant

Johnson’s Drive-In’s dining area is currently closed due to COVID-19 safety measures, so the customers wait outside to order and receive their food.

New Life Church’s Statement

The church posted a statement on their Facebook page the day after McKinney’s death.

It is with great sadness that we share this news on behalf of the McKinney family and New Life Church, that our Senior Pastor, Pastor Mark, passed away yesterday in a tragic accident that happened in Sliver City, NC. The life that he lived impacted everyone around him. He was an amazing husband to Pastor Dee, father to Pastor Matt and Cara, and Grandpa to four grandchildren. He was a great friend, teacher, Pastor, and mentor to hundreds of people.

He finished strong and he never quit. He fought the good fight of faith and stepped over to Heaven with joy. He won the crown that was laid up for him!!

As you may know, we are all in shock right now. Please continue to love, support, and care for his wife, Pastor Dee. We are looking to God and reflecting on what Pastor Mark would tell us to do in this situation. Thank you for your love, patience, and understanding during this difficult time.

Proverbs 3:5 TPT “Trust in the Lord completely, and do not rely on your own opinions. With all your heart rely on him to guide you, and he will lead you in every decision you make.”

McKinney’s wife, Dee, asked New Life Church’s leadership to read 2 Corinthians 4:8 (TPT) the Sunday after her husband’s death.

“Though we experience every kind of pressure, we’re not crushed. At times we don’t know what to do, but quitting is not an option. We are persecuted by others, but God has not forsaken us. We may be knocked down, but not out,” one leader told the congregation. “[Dee] wanted us to reassure everyone that she is not quitting; she is not backing down.”

A celebration of life service will be held at New Life Church this Saturday, October 16 at 1pm.