Happy New Year to all of you! Don’t let the spirit of the holiday season leave you just because we are past that time of year. God’s gift to us was not a “one day” event. His message of hope, peace, love, and assurance is year-round! This is a time to continue that message in our words and actions. In Hebrews 10:24-25, we are commanded to not neglect gathering together,

“And let us consider one another in order to provoke love and good works, not neglecting to gather together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging each other, and all the more as you see the day approaching.”

Make a commitment to continue taking the time to slow down and plan visits with close friends and family throughout the year! Start that weekly bible study on your lunch hour with your best friend! Start that Monday night football with the guys! Start that neighborhood kid’s day at the park! Plan to learn how to make Grandma’s favorite bread with her! Plan to sit with Grandpa and watch Jeopardy! So many opportunities to fellowship and share life!

Marcia K. Gibney,
Director of Recreation Ministry