Peacemakers,
See this note of gratitude from Gretchen:
*Thank you doesn’t begin to express the humble gratitude I feel toward each person in the Peace family who wrote, spoke or thought a special message to me last week. Reading the ones collected in the book is an overwhelming experience. Praying for Peace Presbyterian Church at each step of the way has been a very important part of my own spiritual development and I thank you for the opportunity. I’ve loved greeting new people and finding out a little about them, and I thank you for taking over that very rewarding task now that I can no longer do it. Supporting John and me on this journey that we didn’t choose, but through which we have come to know God in a more intimate way, has kept us going in ways that you can’t imagine. Thank you for the tangible help, and thank you even more for your prayers.
You each have your own burdens, some of them very heavy. You each show courage and strength every day in the way you live your life. You each have something unique to offer to Peace and to one another. I appreciate what Peace has become, and I know that God will continue to work through our congregation. One of the most hopeful verses in the Bible to me is John 1:5, The light shines in the darkness and the darkness did not overcome it. I will continue to pray that Peace will keep the Christ-light shining in the darkness*.
This week’s text is Acts 16:4-15, the story of Lydia’s heart being opened by the Spirit of God.
Don’t forget that you have the opportunity this Sunday (Mother’s Day) to bring disposable diapers or other gifts for expectant mothers served by Beth-El in Arcadia.
Be sure to sign up for the May 15 5:00 Italian Dinner and Talent Show at Northminster Presbyterian (corner of Lockwood Ridge & University). Sign up your friends, who might come along for the fun! Proceeds are for our older teens who are attending the life-shaping Montreat Youth Conference. The Fellowship Team invites you to bring your own dishes from home (BYOD)to save the environment. Paper will be provided to those who forget. The Talent Show is looking VERY interesting.
Congrats, love, and prayers to our college graduate, Amanda!
Peace to you all,
Elizabeth
