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A New Journey Begins! I greet you with a sense of expectation, hope and excitement! In God’s providence and the appointment process of the church our journey has been brought together as I accept the privilege of becoming your pastor. I am grateful to my friend Keith Ray for the wonderful ministry he has shared with you in the last two years. I pledge to you my willingness and intention to serve you, the people of Berea Friendship, to the best of my ability. I want to get to know you, a special privilege that will take time and effort. Please help me in this process by repeating your name often. Also, please make an appointment or just stop by the church if you have a concern. Dialogue and sharing our stories are wonderful ways to build relationships. Please call the church office or me if I can be of assistance or if there is someone who needs a call or visit.
It will take some time for my wife Mary Grace and I to get settled. We ask for your patience and understanding in this process. I am very excited to be coming to your (our) beautiful church and parsonage. I look forward to a wonderful ministry together in Christ’s name.
Our journey together is beginning. Let us ask God for his blessing and guidance. The summer is a busy time of travel and vacation for many. This month we honor our country and the freedoms purchased for us at great costs. May this summer be a blessed time for you. Please do not forget the spiritual part of our lives, which always involves regular worship and sharing. Please take time to pray for our church and for me. I will pray for you. The church's ministry continues and needs our support. May all our journeys begin and conclude always with God’s love. Henri Nouwen is my favorite writer. His words below can help us all focus on what is really important.
Small Steps of Love----
“How can we choose love when we have experienced so little of it ?” We choose love by taking small steps of love every time there is an opportunity. A smile, a handshake, a word of encouragement, a phone call, a card, an embrace, a kind greeting, a gesture of support, a moment of attention, a helping hand, a present, a financial contribution, a visit . . . all these are little steps toward love.
Each step is like a candle burning in the night. It does not take the darkness away, but it guides us through the darkness. When we look back after many small steps of love, we will discover that we have made a long and beautiful journey.”
Peace and Blessing,
Pastor David
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