Dear Church Family,

Twenty-four year old Danny Simpson was sentenced to 6 years in jail for robbing a bank. He only got $6K. But the gun he used in the robbery ended up in a museum. The .45 caliber Colt semi-automatic turned out to be an antique made in 1918 by the Ross Rifle Company. His pistol was worth up to $100K on the collector’s market. If Danny Simpson had known what he had in his hands, he would not have ended up in jail.

Many Christians live like this. They spend their lives searching for God’s power and presence, not realizing it’s already in their hands. Somehow we Christians know that God is powerful and that humanity is weak, but we forgot that God wants to fill our lives with His power and strength. As we prepare for Easter in 5 short weeks, here is the simple truth of that momentous day;    because of Christ’s resurrection you and I have been clothed with His power.

“I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” (Luke 24:49)

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On-Line Services:

We continue with our on-line services with a broadcast on Sunday at 9:30am on the church’s Facebook page.

EASTER:

Big news…I’ve talked with Sandra and we are planning an Easter service at 11am in the sanctuary. It will look like recent past Easter services with special music from the choir, hymns sung by the congregation, and a short message, all with the intent to celebrate the most powerful force the world has ever seen: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Deacons are also considering hosting a sunrise service, so stay tuned for details.

After Easter worship services: This is still an open question as I am waiting on feedback from Sandra and Jean Satterwhite in determining if we will continue the TWS.

Church Family News

Remember in prayer:

  1. Judy Witmeyer’s son, Michael, and daughter in law, Emma, as well as the Lambert family. Pray for comfort and strength during this difficult time of grief and loss over the death of Captain Don Lambert, Henrico County Police Department.
  2. Carolyn Lane’s Father who is dealing with a myriad of medical issues.
  3. Sherry Brillhart’s brother and ongoing medical issues.
  4. Personnel Committee and Deacons as they navigate the search for a Senior Pastor, Worship Pastor, Children’s Minister, and Student Minister.
  5. All those in our congregation known and unknown who need prayers for a variety of issues.
  6. All our frontline workers, in and out of our church, who work hard each day serving and protecting us during this pandemic.

I love you all,

Pastor Frank