Christian Unity

Last week our Summerville Minister’s Association put together the celebration of Christian Unity Week. Each day at noon, services were held at various churches. The host church would put together the liturgy (music and prayers) and a minister from the area would bring a word. This was followed by a light lunch. I thoroughly enjoyed all the different expressions of worship.

We have a wonderful community of believers who worship at different churches across the low country. Every church has a different tradition of worship which makes each congregation unique. And yet, we are all one body in Christ Jesus.

I had the privilege too, of preaching the Monday noon service at Canaan United Methodist Church. I preached on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and had a wonderful time.

Ephesians 4:4-6
4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.

We must choose not to focus on our differences, but the Lord Jesus Christ who makes us one.

In His Service Together,
Pastor Larry

January 26, 2010 | Filed Under Pastor's Thoughts

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Ladies Retreat 2010

This past weekend was an exciting one for the women of Faith! We had our annual Women’s Retreat in Hilton Head with Dr. Janice Sjostrand as our guest speaker. From the moment the women began arriving to the time we were packing up for home, there was an air of anticipation and expectancy of what God would do in the lives of those who were participating, and we were not disappointed! God’s presence was there in a powerful, life changing way.

This year’s theme was “Run with Fire”, based on Isaiah 40. Dr. Sjostrand shared in such a beautiful way God’s message for us. She talked about those times in our lives when God lifts us up on His wings and and allows us to soar with Him to the heights. The next session she shared about running this race with the people in our lives and how we must run along side each other in our journey. The final thought was about walking out our faith day by day, moment by moment.

We were so blessed to have LaRell and our worship team lead us each session into the throne room of God. They did an amazing job. Dr. Sjostrand also ministered to us in worship from the keyboard and singing.

I cannot adequately describe what happened at the retreat - you would have to have been there. We had an amazing time with the Lord, and with each other. We had a lot of fun and got to know each other better. If you were not able to attend this year, please plan to be there next year. You will not want to miss it!

I am so thankful for all of our ladies that worked so hard to make this happen for us. I know they do this because they love the women of Faith!

Isaiah 40:27-31

29 He gives power to the weak, And to those who have no might He increases strength. 30 Even the youths shall faint and be weary, And the young men shall utterly fall, 31 But those who wait on the LORD Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.

27 Why do you say, O Jacob, And speak, O Israel: “ My way is hidden from the LORD, And my just claim is passed over by my God”?  28 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the LORD, The Creator of the ends of the earth, Neither faints nor is weary. His understanding is unsearchable.

Running with Fire,

Jeanne

January 11, 2010 | Filed Under Jeanne's Thoughts

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A New Year

What an incredible way to start the new year: Ohio State 26 - Oregon 17. I can finally get out all of my Ohio State sweatshirts after three consecutive years of heartbreak!

The weekend was also exciting with our men’s breakfast challenge Saturday morning and a wonderful day of prayer and vision casting on Sunday. I am entering the year with anticipation of what God is going to do.

2010 is going to be a year of service. As we reach out and touch our community and world, we will see people open to the gospel and lives changed. As we take on the challenge we must also believe God will provide the resources. As we seek to accomplish God’s will in reaching out, He will prove Himself faithful to bless.

19 to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. 20 Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us… –Ephesians 3:19-20

With Much Anticipation,

Pastor Larry

January 5, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized

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