This last month has been incredibly busy and fulfilling. We are poised to be in a unique position in our community. We have experienced an increase in being able to give out food boxes to people who call in and are in need of help. We are starting a new Bible study class during the week on Tuesday nights. At the same time we are being more purposeful with our youth and starting a youth group Tuesday nights as well.
We are also excited that the eNewsletter is starting this year. Some of you reading this post probably got here because of it. This is the first time the church has put out a newsletter in some time. We are rolling it out mainly as an eNewsletter because this allows us to ease back into a monthly publication without any costs. I hope it becomes something you enjoy reading, looking, and viewing through everything presented in it.
During our Worship Services on Sundays I have been preaching about creating proper habits and correcting wrong ones. It is a sermon series called "The 7 Habits of the Christian Life." So far we have talked about "Being in the Word," "having "A Life of Prayer," "Connection and Fellowship," and "Generosity." You can catch up on these sermons by visiting our YouTube Channel, and be sure to subscribe so you can be alerted when we go Live on Sundays. Even though you can see these online, I encourage you to come be part of it.
We have made some progress on remodeling the youth room and plan on finishing it by March. We have paint and things covered but are still looking to get new carpet. We can do this at a very discounted rate but it will still have a cost. There is plenty of volunteer opportunity here so let me know if you want to be part of it.
The last Thursday of February I am starting an interdenominational class called "Understanding the Difference." It is open to all churches and is aimed at talking about the differences between Biblical Christianity and Mormonism. It's purpose is to present everything in a loving way that helps people get informed and answer questions they have. Prayer is needed for this as many think this class will bring to light the hidden tension in our community.
We also invite your prayers for the building of a walk-in freezer in our church. This will allow us to store more food and become a secondary food pantry location for Cassia County. It is part of our plan in looking for ways for this body of Christ to be the hands and feet, to go out into the community and love on people. We still currently help with Cassia County food giveaways and some community events, but we seek to find more ways to be an integral part of the place God has called us to. As we meet needs and show love we will be showing people Christ because God is love.
