Many things going on - many things to share.
First of all, so much hurt and damage is done on some blogs, and I pray that this one will always be totally pleasing to the Lord, and uplifting in every way. (I just read one of those "other" ones - very discouraging!!)
I hope and pray that EVERY ONE OF YOU are plugging into our mid-week FOCUS service. I can't think of anything that has blessed me this much in recent years. I, too, had some "spiritual indigestion" at the idea of not having Sunday night services (I have been Baptist since 9 months before I was born!!), but was very excited about this "targeted toward discipleship" service. I have not been disappointed. Far from it... I have been blessed personally even beyond my greatest expectations. Can't wait for this tonight's FOCUS! Music will be awesome and the Bible teaching challenging even for this Bible teacher!!
Our Global Impact Celebration (GIC) is upon us. Isaiah wrote, "how beautiful on the mountains are the feet of them who bring good news." Our missionaries do just that. Can't wait for this conference. Missionaries are my heroes.
I have just returned from a meeting of the International Mission Board Trustees where we have appointed 39 new missionaries to go around the world to tell people about Jesus. They are so burdened for the lost world. That challenges me - I want to reflect that passion. Join me. Tell someone about Jesus today!!
Another joy - I get to go to Tampa Friday and Saturday and watch my grandson. Heather is going to a women's conference and Andrew has some "Middle School Ministry" stuff to do. They need a baby-sitter. LuAnne volunteered us - I'm so glad she did. What a great way to spend an evening!!
Keep it centered on Jesus!!
rp
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Exciting New Year
Hey friends. Sorry for the long time since my last blog.
I wish I could let you hear all that I hear. Over the last few days, I have heard from so many people and how God is blessing folks with amazing life changing experiences - from the ministry here at McGregor. I LIVE for that!!
One new friend and brother, recently released from prison, was saved there, discipled by our prison ministry team, was baptized here at McGregor and is so excited about growing in his love for Jesus. His enthusiasm is contagious.
Another young lady I have met is facing some really difficult circumstances yet so hungry to learn about her new faith in Christ.
I've heard so many positive comments about our new Single Adult Pastor. Arthur Keeley is no stranger to us. He and his family have been members of our church for several years. Knowing his heart for ministry and loving personality just make his ministry here on our staff that much more exciting.
Same for our new High School Pastor, Ben Fleming. He's awesome. Many of our students have a renewed sense of excitement for the ministry to them and their friends. With Pastor Ben leading our High School students and Steven Anderson leading our Middle School ministry, our Student ministry is stronger than ever!!
2008 is off to an incredible start. Enthusiasm is building for our FOCUS mid-week service -- the place to be for all of our members who are hungry for the "focus-ed" study of the Word of God. Great worship and great Bible study- I wouldn't want to miss a single Wednesday FOCUS. Come and bring ALL your friends. Awesome service!!!!
rp
I wish I could let you hear all that I hear. Over the last few days, I have heard from so many people and how God is blessing folks with amazing life changing experiences - from the ministry here at McGregor. I LIVE for that!!
One new friend and brother, recently released from prison, was saved there, discipled by our prison ministry team, was baptized here at McGregor and is so excited about growing in his love for Jesus. His enthusiasm is contagious.
Another young lady I have met is facing some really difficult circumstances yet so hungry to learn about her new faith in Christ.
I've heard so many positive comments about our new Single Adult Pastor. Arthur Keeley is no stranger to us. He and his family have been members of our church for several years. Knowing his heart for ministry and loving personality just make his ministry here on our staff that much more exciting.
Same for our new High School Pastor, Ben Fleming. He's awesome. Many of our students have a renewed sense of excitement for the ministry to them and their friends. With Pastor Ben leading our High School students and Steven Anderson leading our Middle School ministry, our Student ministry is stronger than ever!!
2008 is off to an incredible start. Enthusiasm is building for our FOCUS mid-week service -- the place to be for all of our members who are hungry for the "focus-ed" study of the Word of God. Great worship and great Bible study- I wouldn't want to miss a single Wednesday FOCUS. Come and bring ALL your friends. Awesome service!!!!
rp
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