Josh Wesner, pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Marion, recently fulfilled the requirements for ordination by the North American Baptist Conference. An ordination service will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 20 at the church, 229 Walnut Street.

Wesner has been pastor since 2005. He and his wife, Lisa, are parents of three children: Abby, Kenna, and Isaac.

A reception will follow the service. The public is invited.