Denton Lotz facts for kids
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Denton Lotz (born January 18, 1939 – died April 23, 2019) was an American Baptist minister. He was a very important leader in the Baptist faith around the world.
He served as the main leader, called the general secretary, of the Baptist World Alliance from 1988 to 2007. This organization connects Baptist churches and groups from many different countries. Later, he was the Senior Pastor at Tremont Temple Baptist Church in Boston, Massachusetts, from 2007 to 2017.
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Who Was Denton Lotz?
Denton Lotz was born in Flushing, Queens, New York. He grew up to become a well-known minister. He spent many years helping to unite Baptist communities worldwide.
His Role in the Baptist World Alliance
As the general secretary of the Baptist World Alliance, Denton Lotz worked to bring together Baptists from over 200 countries and territories. He helped them work together on important issues. This role involved traveling a lot and meeting with many different people. He aimed to promote peace and understanding among various Baptist groups.
Serving as a Pastor
After his time with the Baptist World Alliance, Lotz became the Senior Pastor of Tremont Temple Baptist Church. This historic church is located in Boston, Massachusetts. He led the church community there for ten years.
Later Life and Passing
Denton Lotz passed away at his home in Forestdale, Massachusetts, on April 23, 2019. He was 80 years old. He is remembered for his dedication to the Baptist faith and his efforts to connect people globally.
