Imagine the impact we can have if each of us gave an extra $5 per week —about the cost of a cup of coffee. Together, that is nearly $500,000! That goes a long way to meet needs, change lives, and restore hope.
Richard Rohr is a well-known author on Christian spirituality and now has written this book which walks through the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous for every follower of Christ who desires to live a more whole life. Pastor Randy has used this book in a weekly discussion group with area pastors and they are planning to read and discuss the book all over again.
Besides putting money in the offering plate, there are lots of ways to give!
During all worship services, we will remember those who have gone before us. We invite those who have lost loved ones in the past year to bring a framed photograph of the deceased, labeled on the back with your name, name of the deceased, your relationship to the deceased, and your phone number.
SOTV has groups that support others in times when they need a shoulder to lean on.
He explains that youth trip “was the first time in my life I experienced a group of people who loved and accepted me as I was. That Christian community made such a difference that I wanted to continue that experience for myself and help create it for others.”
God calls us to do something. Together, we do a lot. And I’d like to think we’re still just getting started.
Our kids’ misbehavior – or even just totally normal kid quirks – can leave us feeling exposed, uncomfortable, and fighting the urge to flee the Sanctuary with our heads down, praying for invisibility. So, why on earth do we go to all the trouble?
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