Being asked to speak and encourage the youth of First United Methodist church today was such a blessing. There were so many things that I saw the children learning! As I read them my favorite story from the bible about how one man received a calling to do something so miraculous and without any hesitation he "jumped in" because he knew it was the right thing to do! My friend Reverend Amy took that "bold move" too by becoming a Reverend not in the beginning of her life but in the "middle" part of her life!!! She has taken a step of reaching out locally with all different groups of people both young and old and Amy and I have found a common thread that has woven us together ~ What a Blessing!!
The people at First United Methodist so warmly welcomed me and my oldest daughter Libby to their church. As Reverend Amy and I did the children's sermon, it became apparent that not only the children were listening but everyone in the whole entire congregation was too!!
After service we were greeting with many warm hugs and thanks for listening to this calling. I hope I have shown others that being "just a normal person" with God's help we can reach out and change lives both here and abroad!!!
I am so Thankful for this partnership with 1st UMC!!! You are truly a wonderfully caring congregation and I appreciate all of your prayers for my continued growth in this calling.
Congrats Reverend Amy on your huge accomplishment and May God Bless YOU Always!!
Until next time~
Cheers!
"The Happiest Day for Simeon and Sula"
Children's Book
Simeon and Sula Dolls
Purchase and help those who suffer
Hajiba (middle) widow who made dolls
Supporting the widows in Kenya
Simple Hope East Africa Director Charles Mpanda
Dedication of SHEA Food! Thank you Country Director Charles Mpanda for your help!
Building a bridge of love between our worlds
Hand in hand we help each other!
Matonyak Orphanage
Sharing Love with an orphan
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