Ministry Opportunities

I've had some interesting meetings during the past couple of weeks. Some good opportunities to meet needs and help people connect with God.

A week and a half ago I attended a Gideons Banquet. They're the guys who place Bibles in hotels, hospitals, schools, jails, etc. They don't force anyone to take a Bible or read it. They simply place them in high-traffic areas and people may choose to take and read it or leave it be. A good work of which we are proud to be a part.

Looking into our being a host church for Angel Food Ministry which helps people stretch their budgets. Another good work. I'm excited about the possibility or our congregation being part of this. Lord knows folks would appreciate help to cut costs on their grocery bill. This would not replace our "Food Pantry" which gives food at no cost, but this would certainly complement the Pantry ministry.

I meet with a group of guys on Tuesday nights where we are reading and discussing the book The Shack, the bestseller written by William Paul Young. This is a controversial book in many circles, and many well-known pastors have labeled it "heresy". We are finding it to be both challenging and encouraging. Some have described it as being "life-changing". I'm reluctant to put that label on any book, but it has certainly helped us better understand and connect to God--and He is truly life-changing.

I've been enjoying exploring some fascinating discoveries about the Red Sea Crossing as recorded in the the Bible in the Book of Exodus. Amazing how often science confirms the Biblical accounts, but those discoveries don't get much publicity in news accounts or even educational settings.