Sunday morning we will hear about the discipleship story of Joseph of Arimathea. It is a very short story. He is often called the Silent Disciple. This was not a compliment. Sometimes wisdom instructs us to be silent, but sometimes silence is pure cowardice. Think of all the good you can accomplish for Christ if you are willing to speak up as an effective and loving witness. This is not a calll to be obnoxious or loud but is a reminder to be bold for Christ.
Bag Hunger! It looks so great to see all the bags filled with non-perishable food items for the Stowe Mission Food Pantry that feeds hundreds every week in the south side of Columbus. We continue collecting for this outreach ministry through September 24 and Sunday is the deadline. We join over 135 churches in central Ohio to support this mission center. Our church picnic is Sunday evening September 24- 5PM at the Hargus Lake Picnic Shelter. Bring a side dish/dessert. As usual, we ask each sunday school class to share a song or a skit or a testimony, etc. The church will provide chicken, drinks, and eating ware. Our State Mission Offering continues throughout September. This offering helps start new churches and supports Disaster Relief.Offering envelopes for this are found in the foyer and around the church. This offering was named for our first State Convention Director, Ray Roberts. He was as solid as a great oak tree. Budget Development season is upon us. We need each ministry to prepare your budget request for the new year. Please return to the church office.
Blessings,
Pastor Billy