Why Do I Do it?

Why do I continue to preach and talk about God with people?
For me the number one reason is so that people can experience God's Peace!  I know some of you are probably saying wait a minute, shouldn't a pastors number one priority be to bring people to Jesus? Yes, my answer and bringing them to know Jesus are completely tied together. Need more peace in your life?

Important announcements for this coming week

1.) We will be celebrating "All Saints Day" this Sunday. We will be honoring and remembering loved ones that have passed away this past year. If you have a love one you would like to be included, please call or email Anita in the church office with the name. Her email is edw8iumc@sbcglobal.net or her phone is: 618-656-4648. Names must be in by Thursday!

2.) The Halloween Parade Free Hotdog giveaway and social event will be held this Saturday starting about 6:00PM at Barb Joiners law Office located at 116 West Street. Brad Joiner is looking for help to set up about 4:30 if you can make it then. There will be tables but lawn chairs will be needed. He suggests you stop by and drop them by early so you don't have to carry them. There is not enough parking so please park close and walk to the office. Last year was a blast handing out free drinks and hot dogs to the parade goers.

3.) Looking for chaperone volunteers for the new youth bible study that kicked off this past Saturday. This group will meet twice a month for now. Chaperone will supply soda and order pizza for the group. This group is self directed and the chaperone is only there for adult presence. There is no need to participate in the group. I told the group that it will not be hindered by an adult! You will be reimbursed by the church for the pizza and soda. I was with the group this past Saturday and they are an amazing group of young adults!  This group will meet from 6:00 until about 8:30. I will have a sign up sheet at church for those who would like to help out with this ministry.

4.) Communion this Sunday!

I will be giving the message and the PCF Praise choir has several new songs that will be introduced. This will be a very upbeat service of celebration! Bring a friend that needs a lift!

See you soon! Love, pastor kent and pastor jackie