11 April 2010
Kentucky District Council
04/15/10 09:01 PM Filed in: From the Pastor
In the Christian community we have a tendency to be impressed with what we perceive as spiritual superstars. These folks pastor mega churches, have teaching ministries with huge followings and oversee mission endeavors that impact thousands. We put their pictures on magazine covers and buy their books with great anticipation.
Now please don't misunderstand me. These folks have probably worked very hard to be where they are and no doubt their success is directly connected to God's blessing upon their life and ministry. I just simply think we sometimes forget that the real hero's of the faith are the pastors and church leaders that serve small congregations all across this country.
The statistics are clear. Over 80% of the churches in the United States have an average weekend attendance of less than 200 people. And so, in my opinion, the ministers that provide pastoral oversight in these churches provide the backbone of Christianity in our nation. They will seldom have their pictures on magazine publications and few people even know their names outside the communities they live in. And yet, they faithfully surrender their lives for the cause of Christ and invest endless hours in preaching the gospel, serving their congregations and loving their communities.
That's why I'm so excited for our church to have the opportunity of hosting the 2010 Kentucky District Council. Assembly of God ministers like I just described from across our state are coming to Christ's Chapel this coming Monday - Wednesday for a time of spiritual renewal and much needed/deserved rest and fellowship. I want to receive them and bless them as the gifts from the Lord that they genuinely are and I need your help to make that happen.
I'm asking for three things. First of all, pray for them. Ask the Lord to bless them, their families, and our time together while they are here. Secondly, we still need some volunteers to assist in making this event happen. Let us know if you have a few hours during District Council to serve as a volunteer. And finally, please attend the evening services. We expect a decent crowd but we will have plenty of room for our Christ's Chapel family to join us in worship on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday night. Child-care will be provided just like our regular weekend services. I hope to see you there!
Now please don't misunderstand me. These folks have probably worked very hard to be where they are and no doubt their success is directly connected to God's blessing upon their life and ministry. I just simply think we sometimes forget that the real hero's of the faith are the pastors and church leaders that serve small congregations all across this country.
The statistics are clear. Over 80% of the churches in the United States have an average weekend attendance of less than 200 people. And so, in my opinion, the ministers that provide pastoral oversight in these churches provide the backbone of Christianity in our nation. They will seldom have their pictures on magazine publications and few people even know their names outside the communities they live in. And yet, they faithfully surrender their lives for the cause of Christ and invest endless hours in preaching the gospel, serving their congregations and loving their communities.
That's why I'm so excited for our church to have the opportunity of hosting the 2010 Kentucky District Council. Assembly of God ministers like I just described from across our state are coming to Christ's Chapel this coming Monday - Wednesday for a time of spiritual renewal and much needed/deserved rest and fellowship. I want to receive them and bless them as the gifts from the Lord that they genuinely are and I need your help to make that happen.
I'm asking for three things. First of all, pray for them. Ask the Lord to bless them, their families, and our time together while they are here. Secondly, we still need some volunteers to assist in making this event happen. Let us know if you have a few hours during District Council to serve as a volunteer. And finally, please attend the evening services. We expect a decent crowd but we will have plenty of room for our Christ's Chapel family to join us in worship on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday night. Child-care will be provided just like our regular weekend services. I hope to see you there!