Greetings,

#1:  Let’s not lose our focus!  It is Holy Week, and as Easter quickly approaches, we cannot let the significance of this week get lost amidst the continuous flow of serious news around this pandemic.  While the loss of our routines has caused many of us to lose track of days and time, we must remember to keep our focus on the main thing, and that is Jesus Christ and salvation.  We are still the body of Christ, called to worship God, to spread the good news of salvation in Jesus Christ, and to make disciples.  Let’s remember this and not lose our focus.

#2:  Follow the directives set forth by the government as much as it does not contradict the laws of God.  The current directive now requires we stay home, avoid all non-essential travel, practice social distance, and wear masks when out in public.  This is all designed to keep us from serving as vectors and to slow down the spread of the virus.  In loving our neighbor as ourselves, we are serving their greater good by following the directives and not gathering as a congregation.  With this in mind, all services and group activities continue to be postponed until further notice.

#3:  Contact one of your deacons.   The Family Ministry Plan is still in effect, and it is even more crucial in these current times.  When everyone is impacted by this pandemic, we realize that many of you are facing more potentially overwhelming difficulties than before.  The deacons are called to serve and have committed to doing as much.  If you need prayer or assistance, the Family Ministry Plan is in effect.  Please reach out to your assigned deacons or minister. Click here for your assigned family ministry team. 

#4:  Update your contact information.  One of the ongoing issues we contend with regarding church membership is maintaining accurate and up-to-date information on our members.  It is important that you provide your current contact information so we can stay connected with you and your family.  This allows us to keep you informed of church activities and resources.  It also helps us to reach out to you when we haven’t seen you at church for a while.  This pandemic is one such time where we want to stay in touch with all of our members.  If your information has changed in recent months, or if you are not sure we have your current contact information, please submit it to us today.  You may do so through our website by clicking here. 

#5:  Know that we are praying for you.  Your church leadership, including the entire Council of Ministries, is praying for you.  The Watchmen on the Wall ministry members are praying for you.  I am praying for you. If you have a prayer request, please feel free to submit it on our prayer wall. Click here to go to our prayer wall.   

As 1 Corinthians 12:13, 27 reminds us, we are each connected to one another by the Holy Spirit regardless of physical distance and time.  Until we can gather again in person, may the love of God, the grace of Jesus Christ, and the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit rest, rule, and abide with us all now and forever. Amen.

Love,

Prophetess Smith