A Moment With Pastor Fred

Wow. Last Sunday the Fall Fest was a tremendous success. And what made it extra special for me was that it was accomplished through Spirit-motivated ministry. This event wasn’t my idea – I participated in sitting in several meetings, but it originated and was orchestrated on a grass roots level. What a joy it was to see our church family happily serving and greeting our guests.

We had no idea who would show up – or how many could show up. We had dozens of folks come. It was an exciting time! God provided a beautiful fall afternoon as well. A follow-up letter was sent out this week to those who registered for the 4 gift card raffle. Left-over donuts and cider were  donated to the Delhi Fire Department and the Lansing City Rescue Mission.

Once again we have no idea how many might attend “Christianity Explored” Tuesday. We need you to help us by coming. A sign up is on the table in the kiosk to help us  plan a little regarding this – as to where we should meet.  A video will be shown with group discussion.  Stephen DeMass and David Froman are facilitating this study. It’s only 7 weeks. Starts at 6:30 pm. Child care is being provided.

So many of our congregation were involved last Sunday. I love that verse in Nehemiah. He was burdened to rebuild  the walls surrounding Jerusalem. God opened door after door.  As he surveyed the damage, we read, I told no one what my God had put into my heart to do for Jerusalem, 2:12.  That’s Spirit-motivated ministry. God puts it in  our hearts to serve him in ways that he then empowers. It’s truly a wonderful thing to observe and I did last Sunday.