Note from the Pastor

"The good news" of Jesus is that we are all God's beloved children, created to "grow in Christ."

We grow into our true selves as revealed through Jesus -- destined for immortality with all the privileges and responsibilities inherent in that exalted identity.

Our mission is to let people know that.

Books, DVDs, CDs, Albums Needed

Written by Margaret Seawell

Too many books you'll never read—or read again? Magazines you can't remember why you've saved? DVDs, videotapes, or records you're ready to part with? Here's your solution!

The Missions Board is planning a community-wide book sale on a Saturday at the end of the summer or early fall, so it's not a day too soon to begin collecting donations.

A box will be on the patio each Sunday from June through August. If bringing your donations to the church is too cumbersome, you may call or email your strong and cheerful Sower editor for in-home pick-up (Margaret at 477-9898 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

Photo: Creative Commons licensed by David Hawgood.