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Announcement: Celebration of Life for Rev. Rowland Buck

by Rev. Amy Carlson • Published Thursday, August 28, 2025

Following the recent news regarding the unexpected loss of Rev. Rowland Buck, we would like to share this information with the community. There has been an outpouring of support, prayers, and connection as people share in their grief. We truly celebrate the life of Rowland, whose laugh and smile warmed the hearts of so many, including those he only briefly met. Please join us for this time together in loving memory.

Celebration of Life Service for Rev. Rowland Buck

Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Visitation from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. EST
Service at 7:00 p.m.
At Fairview Church
2508 Old Niles Ferry Road
Maryville, TN, 37803

All clergy in attendance are asked to wear a black robe without a stole.

Rev. Amy Carlson

Amy was the first Director of Communications for the MidSouth, serving from 2024 to 2026 as she laid the foundation for all conference communications. She combines 20 years of marketing, advertising, and communications experience and training with a decade of immersive ministry application for living discipleship. As a leader, Amy comes alongside people and systems to help them thrive through discernment, problem-solving, creativity, and connection, fostering a culture of authenticity. Amy is also the co-founder and lead pastor of Our Story Church, a church plant in Louisville, KY, where she still serves.