Nick Ray

The Journal-Record is excited to share outcomes from the Northwest Alabama Ministerial Association's recent elections, as one of our own has been re-elected as president. Former JR sports editor and current Pastor Nick Ray will lead the association for a second term for the 2026-2028 period.
He is joined by Pastor Deric Rea, who will also continue serving in his role as vice president for the next two years. Their dedication, leadership and continued commitment help ensure stability and vision for the association’s future.

My wife, Carlinda Ray, and I were honored to be a part of the Alabama Men and Women of Action mission team to Ecuador last Aug. 5-13.  
AMWA, under the leadership of Donnie and Carol McWaters of Oneonta, directed four pastors and three of their wives, along with two additional volunteers, to assist in the installation of water filtration units for facilities in local communities near the capital of Ecuador, Quito.