Dear beloved parishioners,
Grace and peace be unto you all!
I trust this letter finds you all well and filled with the boundless love of our Lord. As I sit down to write to you today, my heart is overflowing with gratitude for each and every one of you. Thank you, from the depths of my soul, for granting me the opportunity to take some time off this past month. It was a time of reflection, rejuvenation, and rebuilding for me and my family. Your unwavering support during this time has been a true testament to the love and fellowship that binds us together as a community of faith.
And now, my dear friends, I am thrilled to announce that I am back with you all, more invigorated and excited than ever to continue the work of our Lord. The time away has renewed my spirit and strengthened my resolve to serve you and our community with all that I am.
As we journey forward together, let us cling to the promises of Scripture, drawing strength and encouragement from its timeless wisdom. Remember the words of Isaiah 40:31, "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." Let us trust in the Lord's provision and guidance as we navigate the path ahead.
As we reengage in the work of our church, let us commit ourselves to being a REAL church—Relevant, Effective, Alive, and Linked to our community. Let us be relevant in our message, meeting the needs of our congregation and community in meaningful ways. Let us be effective in our ministries, impacting lives and spreading the love of Christ far and wide. Let us be alive in our worship, with hearts ablaze for the Lord and His kingdom. And let us be linked to our community, actively seeking ways to serve and bless those around us.
My dear brothers and sisters, the journey ahead may be filled with challenges and uncertainties, but let us face them with courage and faith, knowing that our God goes before us. Together, as one body in Christ, let us press on towards the prize that awaits us.
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all, now and forevermore.
In His Service, Pastor Richard Williams, Jr.
