Yesterday was my last day of Spring Break with my family. We had a great week at St. Augustine. I won't bore you with a lot of details, but we saw some new things (if you can use the word "new" when speaking about the oldest city in the nation), ate at some new places (thanks to the Mooney's), and enjoyed some of our favorite things (sunsets, walking the old streets, and drinking from my favorite coffee shop). It was a mental recharge.
That being said I attended yesterday as a regular member. It was a blessing to hear Joel. He is a natural. He does the studies and is dedicated to the Lord, but he also has a gift. This church is blessed to have someone like Joel who can step in and deliver, not only a decent lesson, but an excellent one. As a staff member, it is a real privilege to work with Joel each week. As a parent, it is comforting to know he is working with my teenagers. Let Joel know how much you appreciate him this week.
Sunday night I was back at work leading my 2:42 Group. We had a great number and it was one of those times when everyone seemed to stick around afterwards and talk. An hour of study and at least another hour of fellowship (many longer). I appreciate everyone who participates in our small groups and especially those who are opening their homes or leading groups.
The Coffee Connection was also good yesterday. We had a visitor from our Celebrate Recovery program. She has been coming to the meetings for a year before she finally decided to join us. In other words, reaching people is a process and can be a long process for some. The elders and ministers appreciate the work of those who have dedicated their time each week to this program. It has two main goals: 1) help those who struggle with hurts, hang-ups, and habits and 2) bring them to Christ, which goes hand-in-hand. If you know of those who could benefit from Celebrate Recovery, let them know they meet on Mondays nights at 7 pm and 8 pm. If you need more information you can contact John Pickerill, Carol Lee, or Becky Pylant.
NEW CLASSES WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: The ladies will be meeting in Lynn Center 105 studying the Book of Job which will be presented by Beth Hoskins... and the men will meet in the Coffee Shop studying Samson which will be presented by Joe Wild.
ATTENTION: Two people we need to pray for this week. Peggy Stephens lost her brother last week and will be flying to Texas for the funeral. She will be gone for a month and really desires for her church family to remember her in prayer. Her brother lost a long and difficult battle, but the family also rejoices in his dedication to the Lord.
Also, pray for Willie Teague (and Trudy). Willie has received some difficult news this past week and has begun radiation. Trudy came forward yesterday overwhelmed with everything going on right now. Trudy wasn't sure what time the treatments would begin today so we are asking everyone to pray throughout the day for them. I know they would appreciate cards and calls. Once we get word, Willie will appreciate people stopping by for a visit.
I'm sure there are many more who need our prayers so we are asking everyone to check up on those they know and let the elders and ministers know when there is a need. The more information we are given the more we are able to keep the body informed.
Looking forward to getting back in the pulpit this week. The sermon this week will be "Blind Spots". Read John 9 if you would like to prepare for the text this week.
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