Convention accounting director receives Taylor Daniel Award
Herb Griffin, director of the SC Baptist Convention Accounting Group, was recently awarded the highest award given to a Southern Baptist business officer in church, benevolent institution, agency, convention or foundation work.
The Taylor Daniel Award is given annually at the Southern Baptist Business Officers meeting in Dallas, Texas each year.
In presenting the award earlier this month, James Wright, SCBC associate executive director and chief financial officer, highlighted not only Griffin’s work but also his character.
“He is a humble, faithful servant of God. He is the kind of person who works behind the scenes to get things done and does not seek recognition for the work he does each and every day,” said Wright.
Bill Collins, director of the SCBC business management team, described Griffin’s work and character over the past 36 years as an “example of customer service” and leads with a “servant’s heart.”
Indeed, business professionals in other states have noted his exemplary character as well.
“His quiet professionalism is a trademark for him...” said Dan Jordan, director of business affairs for the Arkansas Baptist State Convention.
Griffin began his work with the Convention in April 1971. Yearly, Griffin handles nearly $50 million in church gifts from over 2,000 churches in South Carolina. Griffin has successfully led the state Convention through countless changes in accounting systems.
“Churches have a great sense of trust that all gifts are handled in the proper way with Herb leading in our state,” said Wright.
In detail-driven work, Griffin’s precision has been key to successful management of the Convention’s funds.
“While most of his work is behind the scenes and unknown to the churches the state convention serves, it is vital and critical it is done with accuracy and integrity. Herb has demonstrated that type of service consistently,” commented William Maxwell, Tennessee Baptist Convention administrative director.
Nominations for the Taylor Daniel Award are received from across Baptist churches and institutions and the recipient is chosen by the officers of the Southern Baptist Officers Conference.
Dr. Carlisle Driggers, executive-director treasurer emeritus, lauded Griffin’s relationship with the Convention staff.
“His co-workers throughout our entire organization simply adore him with trust, respect and appreciation,” Driggers said.
By all accounts, this award was fitting for Griffin’s service.
“The Taylor Daniel award is a well deserved acknowledgement of Herb’s tremendous contribution to the accounting operations of the South Carolina Baptist Convention,” Wright said.
