Due to the growing concerns about people gathering together in light of the coronavirus, the decision has been made to cancel all church related activities until further notice. This includes all Sunday and Wednesday activities as well as any groups gathering for any events at the church on any other day of the week.
God is not confined to a building so your worship is not restricted by this notice. In preaching to the Athenians, Paul spoke, “The God who made the world and everything in it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man…” (Acts 17:24) The Samaritan woman made location a focal point in the worship of God. “Our fathers worshiped on this mountain, but you say that in Jerusalem is the place where people ought to worship.” Jesus corrected her thinking of worship not being restricted to a locale but rather as an immediate and spontaneous action in any location. “But the hour is coming and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:20-24)
May your own personal and family devotional time greatly expand and become stronger and more personal. For some of you, this opportunity may encourage you to start having a quiet time in your life.
Even though we will not be meeting together, please do not forget to pray one for another, especially those more vulnerable during this time. Take the time to check on the elderly. Avail yourself of the varied means of communication of our modern society. Remember our people in the assisted living and nursing homes. Visiting them is not recommended but calls and even a note in the mail would be a blessing to them.
As well, do not forget, even though we are not meeting together, we still have financial needs that must be met. If you have never considered giving online through our website, you are encouraged to check it out. Use the following link: http://www.myeoffering.com/eonline/index.php/dashboard/login/4384. If you have any issues, please call the church office. You can also mail your tithes and offerings.
The present time is one of the more difficult times in the lives of most generations. One of the greatest struggles is the unknown. Remember, none of this is surprising to God. May we remember from whom our help comes from. “Our help comes from the Lord, maker of heaven and earth.” May He strengthen our faith amidst the fear of today and tomorrow.
By His Grace,
Brother Jim
