Pastor's Corner

Pastor Jeff:  Change comes slowly in organizations, especially in established churches in America. At times of change it helps us as Christians to consider three questions: “Where have I come from; Where am I now; Where am I going?” When we think of our spiritual life, we can put this in the context of God walking with us all throughout our life. The famous poem “Footprints in the Sand” reminds us that God is with us in the good times and hard times even when we don’t feel His presence. Lent Begins this month and that is a great time to ask ourselves these three questions as a church. We cannot move forward until we honestly embrace our heritage, face our present reality and embrace God’s call to change. Below I will list a few items for you to look for in this newsletter and around our building. Great things are happening as God’s people embrace spiritual growth in Christ!

• Ash Wednesday services will be at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel.
• A New Hospitality Ministry is starting in our church.
• Our United Women in Faith gave $11,485 in pledge to missions and another $11,240 to various local and world missions, in 2024.
• We are in need of leaders willing to head various ministries, new and established.
• Our giving and attendance were up slightly for last year.
• Membership classes are being offered this month.
• Talent & Interest Survey is in this issue; please fill one out!
• Our ministry with children is down markedly; we are looking for new models of Christian education.
• Mission giving is at an all-time high. Keep it up!
• A New Ministry with Seniors is starting in our church.
• A Friday game group has really taken off, loved by church and community members.
• Trustees are looking at safety, security and repairs throughout the entire properties.

Friends, one goal I have in conjunction with the Church Council is to coordinate all communications / promotions of events, fund drives, etc. through the church office administrator and me before they are published. This will help us send consistent messages which are more effective in helping our ministries thrive. Please bring all promotional materials to the office before you post them or publish them in the media. We can help get the message out!

As God leads this congregation forward, please know that each new idea needs a vision, a point – person to gather others around them, communication with other leaders, a timeline and a launch date. What might God be calling you to take part in and lead?