Church Family,
This past Sunday we returned to our series through Acts. For the second time in Acts we were told of the profound generosity that marked the early church. They met every need as those needs arose, not because of rigid obligation but because they had been transformed by the grace of God. However, one couple sought to take advantage of this situation to bolster their reputation. They sold a plot of land, giving a portion of the proceeds to the church while claiming what they gave was the entirety of the proceeds. These two could have kept the land or sold it. They could have given all the proceeds, part, or none. Their failure was their dishonesty, and dishonesty has no place in the life of the church as it disrupts the very unity that defined the early church.
Members’ Meeting
We will have our quarterly member’s meeting this upcoming Sunday, August 11 immediately after service. We will be taking care of important and exciting functions of the church, including sharing testimonies and bringing in new members. If you are a member of Light in the Desert please be sure to set aside time in your calendar to be part of this meeting.
Women’s Brunch
The Fall Women’s Bible Reading will kick off with a brunch this upcoming Saturday, August 10 at 9:30 a.m. All ladies in their teenage years and older are invited. The brunch will be potluck style and sign-up for the potluck will be posted in the church lobby.
Grace be with you
Logan Murphy,
Pastoral Intern