Sunday, June 15, 2014

Doin' God's Work -- Father's Day in Worship

Many celebrated Father's Day in worship. One day a year, we honor our earthly dad, while we are called to honor our Heavenly Father in all we do 24/7. 80% of what a child learns in their first 12 years is through the eyes of what they see their parents do. Dads have the powerful example they tend to follow. May we learn from a godly dad that we can live fruitful lives that glorify God 24/7. For those whose dad is absent, help us as a community to set examples for children to see God in our actions. School is out for the summer, and children can especially use some extra guidance to help working parents.

Cowboy Church will be at Burlington Junction at the park or Methodist Church if it is raining on June 22nd at 10 am.

We will be continuing the series next Sunday with "One Holy Catholic* Church." Pastor Janis was at the pulpit Sunday here. Conference was refreshing for her. It was good to see her back "refueled" and excited for where God will be leading us.

All Parish Worship will be June 29th at 10:30 at Lake Mozingo. We are praying God will provide a beautiful day to congregate under His skies this year!

Sheridan will congregate for Praise & Prayer at 3:30 again this Wednesday. All are welcome to join us for a midweek "refuel" outreach to encourage and strengthen us.

June 25th, Grant City Ministries and Board Meeting at 6:30.

Old Defiance Bake Sale, June 28th, begins at 8 am. I imagine unless weather changes, we will be at the usual spot in the Park across from the Bank. Check out the goodies we will create with God's helping hand.

There are many ways we can be a fruitful community and do God's work. Ravenwood is getting a new home built by Habitat volunteers. Sheridan's new community building has really taken shape this past week! Let's roll up our sleeves and join hands in helping others. By doing so, we can also "pay it forward." We may not see the blessings that follow, but perhaps in the eyes of a small child, they will see that doing God's work can be fulfilling.

See you in the community doing God's work, or in church!

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