Dear Partner in Ministry,
Mr. Rogers famously said, “When bad or scary things are happening, look for the helpers.” Church, you were those helpers this week. You pitched in to make worship happen virtually. You tromped through snow to ring the bell and keep our worshipping streak alive through the storm (pictured here!). You de-iced the church doors, walked the building, and taped over the windows broken by the extreme cold. Because we were scheduled to host GMC Extends this week, you worked hard to get our church building accessible (with thanks to Versatool, our landscapers, who prioritized GPC’s snow shoveling). You showed up to serve those GMC meals when the original church couldn’t because of the ice. You took groceries to church members who couldn’t get out. You checked on one another and shared news of hospitalizations and broken bones and illnesses. You prayed for one another. As John’s gospel says, “They will know you are my disciples by your love for one another.” Well done, Church.
Peace,
Jessica
PS. If you want to help our homeless neighbors in this extreme cold, Georgetown Ministry Center is open and can use some help. They have open Drop-In Center volunteer shifts into next week. They are also moving through supplies very quickly and have updated their Amazon Wish List to ensure guests have the essentials needed to navigate this bitter cold.
