Thursday, June 07, 2007

Our Pastor's Weekly Ministry Update

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

We still have AIR CONDITIONING in the sanctuary while we wait for the new system to be installed!! Thanks to Ron Iverson and the members of the Property Committee, we are able to temporarily utilize the old AC system in the sanctuary that was disconnected in anticipation of the installation of the new system, but not yet dismantled. This is truly a blessing, as it will be mid-August before the new system is installed. As we say at camp, God is good – all the time!

Last Sunday, Sharon and Pat Griffy renewed their marriage vows during worship, and then treated all who could stay to a grand post-worship catered meal. Thank you, Sharon and Pat, for choosing to include our community of faith in your celebration!

This weekend, our lessons include two miracle stories in which God raises two people from the dead, which is what our Lord does for us each day by breathing forgiveness, hope and new life into us through the Holy Spirit. At the conclusion of both worship services (Sat., 5:30 p.m., and Sunday, 9:45 a.m.), the Health Ministry Team will offer free, confidential blood pressure screenings for all who wish to participate.

On Saturday, June 9, Christ Lutheran Church (one of our mission partners) is hosting a Community Block Party in Old North Dayton, from 1 – 3 p.m. Individual and family volunteers are invited to assist with set up, tear down and staffing the booths. Please prayerfully consider sharing an hour or more of your time between 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are interested, or have questions, please contact the pastor of Christ Lutheran Church.

Thought for the week:

"I myself do nothing. The Holy Spirit accomplishes all through me." – William Blake

May God's blessings fill you with hope and joy this week so that you may live the life God has in store for you. See you in worship.

In Christ,

Gary

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