We, the members of the Joint Board, have pledged ourselves to do all that we can to ensure the health and growth of our congregation, but we cannot do it alone. We need the help of every member working together. Many of you have stepped forward to offer your help, and we are thankful for each one who has done so; but there are some things that everyone can do.First of all, let us put aside all anger and hurt and be reconciled to one another, so that we can work together in harmony as children of God. We need you, each one of you, to join with us on Sunday mornings as we come together as the Body of Christ to worship God and give Him praise and thanksgiving. We need you to reach out to one another - to our shut-ins, our sick, our inactive members. Let them know they are not forgotten. Call on our visitors, make them feel welcome, invite them back. Greet one another as brothers and sisters in Christ.We, your Board members, need your prayers…that we will seek and follow the will of God for our congregation. Pray in faith that God will hear us and sustain us and show us His will.And finally, I would ask that you read and think on the words of the Apostle Paul in Colossians 3:12-17.Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Love in Christ,
Wilma
Acting Chair, Joint Board
