Dear Family,
I am so grateful for this past week. Our Leadership Board
Retreat last weekend was refreshing; it was inspirational as I
saw God unite and guide our 27 Council Leaders and Elders’
vision of how our church will proceed moving forward.
Afterward, our pastoral team with Elder Ernie took time to
reflect and pray about where God is leading us for the next
three years. Praise God for Leaders and Pastors seeking God’s
leading.
In Luke 17:11-19, we read about Jesus’ healing ten lepers, but
only one returned to give thanks. This passage challenges us
to consider the importance of gratitude. While all ten
experienced the same miraculous healing, only one—a
Samaritan—recognized the deeper meaning behind his
blessing. Elder Eppie Manalo will explore how we have been
blessed and the importance of expressing our thanks to God.
As we listen, may we be reminded to live with a thankful heart.
In gratitude, Pastor Manny