Been a while since I posted to Revshortridge. I have been busy with class work and haven't had the time or brain power to keep up with posting. Hopefully this changes slowly over the next few months. I miss this forum.
This weekend we are cancelling services for the second week in a row due to snow. There just isn't any way to get the back roads clear in time, and power is out in most of the LCC area. I will miss all of you LCCers. Below is a piece I wrote for the newsletter:
This winter has been especially hard for our area. We have cancelled services more this year than we did the entire seven years of LCC combined.
Sometimes it is different to have a break, but there is a lot at stake when we cancel services. For instance:
Our relationships. We need to continue to encourage each other. Use Facebook, Twitter or something. Go to your home group.
Our finances. This year we have been put in a very bad financial situation through cancellations. If we cancel, keep giving. Mail it in or use the online payment link on our website.
Our discipleship. Keep reading your Bible, do a family church service at home. Whatever you do— keep growing.
Our worship. Get some praise and worship cd’s download some Hillsong worship from iTunes. Sing songs from a hymn book. You need weekly worship to be strong.
Our service. Some of our closings are due to sidewalk or parking issues. See if you can serve by keeping LCC open. Call the office to volunteer.
Our evangelism. It is hard to invite someone to church if we are closed. Use the time to connect with some new neighbors, shovel their walk than tell them about Jesus.
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I greet you Reverend Shortridge and members of your church in the precious and wonderful name of Jesus Christ! I want to encourage your members to use the internet and technology to continue God's work. The harvest is PLENTY, but the labourers are few. I was surfing the net and came across your lovely website.
"And let us not be weary in well doing, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not." (Galatians 6 v 9)
The Apostle Paul was uncompromising on the truth, but his sensitive side also shows up in his writings. In our busy, self-centred world, we need to remember those who have made a difference in our lives, and when they come to mind, pray for them, and find a way to say ‘thank you.’
Yes, we are humans, and will struggle with situations which demand that you choose between what you want to do and what you ought to do. Walk with God and maintain your integrity, and you will be able to make the right choice every time.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding..." God is in control and will see you through this WINTER!
Remain richly blessed and highly favoured. Shalom!
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