From The Pastor
There are times that are appropriate for us to refocus on the disciplines of faith: alms, prayer, and fasting. These times help us to rediscover and center on a close, intimate relationship with God. The church mothers and fathers of the past saw fasting as something that was good for the body; prayer as something good for the soul; and alms giving, or works of love, as good for the neighbor. These disciplines enable us to walk daily with Christ. In response to God’s love, we care for our bodies and our spirits and our neighbors.
Summer can be a time to draw closer to God and many of us do something special during this season. This doesn't earn us extra points with God, but there are blessings that go along with these disciplines of faith. Spending additional time in prayer, fasting, and engaging in acts of compassion can sensitize us to God's presence in our world and draw us closer and closer to Christ. And that surely is a wonderful blessing.
Grace and peace to you.
Larry