Thanksgiving In Word and Deed

They broke bread in their homes.

How blessed we are to be part of a loving Christian community. This morning, at worship, which was both live in the sanctuary and viewed over simultaneous broadcast on YouTube, we heard almost 50 persons give thanks and praise to the Lord for what has happened during Covid-19. This was an extraordinary manifestation of what is in their hearts as people reflected on more than seven months of sudden and unexpected change to their lives. I deeply appreciated both of our pastors taking the time during the previous weeks to ask individuals to answer this question: "Why am I thankful for the Covic-19 Pandemic?" 

In our immediate surroundings, our church has come to know of scores of persons who are struggling. Most of these people do not attend our congregation, but through the friendship offered each Thursday at the Gathering Place, a warm sense of camaraderie has been formed. The Missions Committee decided to share a lovely Thanksgiving meal with several people we now consider our friends. 

For many, just coming to the end of the month with money for rent or food is a real effort. 

On Saturday morning, each home supplied part of the Thanksgiving meal with an extraordinary willingness. By six o'clock on Saturday evening, about 20 persons had received a generous meal delivered to their door. What a joy to watch this generosity in action and to participate in the distribution of a wonderful meal! Thanks to everyone who made our Thanksgiving weekend so special.