It has been a busy week around the church building. Early in the week we learned of a 9 year old child, who attended the same school as some of our kids, who had been in a bad accident while he and his family were on vacation. Jordan Darrell died not too long after. We were approached by the school to hold the funeral. Anytime there is a death of a child or teenager you know there will be a big crowd but you really cannot estimate the number of people coming. So we knew we needed to over prepare. A'Lana did a great job working with the school, our staff, and getting volunteers from this congregation. Most of you did not know this family but you came out to find a place to help. Words cannot express how proud I am of this congregation. People in the community and from the school made several comments about this church. I believe God is going to do good things.
Sunday night was another outreach opportunity for this church. We had some good visitors and everyone seemed to enjoy the movie. It really was a powerful film. John McGlenn did a good job afterwards sharing his story and the support that was needed through a Celebrate Recovery. I talked with one man afterwards who wanted to get back in a church. We all know people who have hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Let them know about what is being offered on Monday nights. We appreciate everyone who came out or helped with this special night.
Sunday morning was also a positive day filled with visitors. We had at least two families return from the following week. I am hoping to begin a new Bible study this week. This church is blessed with many Christians who go out of their way to meet our guests. You have no idea how much it does for someone looking for a church home.
One more thing, don't forget to pray for the group we have on their way to Oklahoma today to help with the tornado clean-up. Being on the last disaster relief effort, I can tell you it will be a blessing, not just to those they will be helping, but also to the team we have going. Personally, I wish I could be with them. The other two ministers are leading the way.
One thing comes to mind: Love to Serve. Everything that happened last week and this week is about serving in the name of Christ. This shows a maturity of this church in the love process: Love God, Love God's Family, Love to Serve. Look for other ways you can serve others in the name of our Lord this week.
By the way, the church office is closed today due to the long hours put in this past week. A'lana especially deserves this time off as she did her regular duties, helped with the Celebrate Recovery movie, the funeral, and MANY complications with our internet, printers, and just about anything else that could go wrong in an office. She has not had a day off, or worked normal hours all week.
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