Over the last several weeks, we've explored some keywords in Union's Mission statement in our Midweek Update. We've been thinking about these keywords to help us remember who God has called us to be and reflecting on these keywords with an eye toward the future. Our focus word for this week is "serves."
Called by God and led by the Holy Spirit, Union Christian Church is a caring community that learns and shares the stories of faith, serves within and beyond our walls, and welcomes all to gather at Christ’s Table.
As your pastor, I am thankful for your faithfulness in serving. I am regularly inspired by the diverse ways I see you serving both inside and outside the walls of the church building. You are actively loving God and your neighbors well. If I were to list all the ways that I see you serving, it would surely fill up several pages. You are busy being church and also finding joy in being a blessing to others. I thank God for your sacrificial service and love.
As we look toward the future, here are a few steps we can take to help keep Union’s long-standing tradition of faithful service alive and well.
First, pray that God will put someone on your heart who is looking for a new way to serve in the church or in the community.
Next, look around and notice how God has gifted others in the Union Family to serve. Maybe there is a person who just needs a little encouragement to plug in. When you see a gift that God has given someone, encourage them to use it.
If you notice people who would be great serving in a particular area where you also like to serve, invite and encourage them to serve alongside of you, either at church or in the community.
Remember that inviting others to serve with you is a great way to build intergenerational friendships in the church. Yet, it’s also a fantastic way to pass on skills, knowledge, and wisdom to future generations.
Thank you for being a church that serves well! May God help us keep the tradition of faithful service alive and well at Union for generations to come.