The First Church of the Open Bible in McKeesport has a bi-vocational pastor, Bob Fagin. This means that our pastor has a secular job as well as his duties at the church. Pastor Bob is also a machinist and works during the day which allows for him to stay focused on the needs of the congretation.
Pastor Bob was born in Chicago, Illinois and has been singing and involved in ministry for over 30 years. He has been a pastor for 20 years and has been the senior pastor of the First Church of the Open Bible in McKeesport, PA for over 13 years. He is a talented guitar player, singer, and songwriter, having written over 20 songs.
In 2006 his love for music and ministry brought the beginning of “God’s Grace” while a few friends got together to play and sing for nursing homes in the area. Bob continues to lead this group.
Bob has been married to Pam for 20 years and is the father of five children. Their youngest two are twin girls.
Pastor Bob has also contributed the following articles/stories for “The Well” publication:
“The End: Step Out In Faith” - Volume 6 Issue 1 Page 21
“The Value of Life” - Volume 4 Issue 2, page 20
“The End: Seek God While He May Be Found” – Volume 4 Issue 1, page 12
“Significance” – Volume 3 Issue 1, page 21
“Transition” – May/June 2001, Volume 2 Issue 5, page 12
“What Do You Believe” – April 2001, Volume 2 Issue 4, page 21
“The End: The Most Glorious Spring Yet” – March 2001, Volume 2 Issue 3, page 22
“Love” – February 2001, Volume 2 Issue 2, page 10
“The End: The Father’s Love” – November 2000, Volume 1 Issue 15, page 26
“Mother Hen” – May 2000, Volume 1 Issue 14, page 8
“Resurrection Day” – April 2000, Volume 1 Issue 13, page 8
“The End: The Breath of Life” – March 2000, Volume 1 Issue 12, page 23
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