Central's Pastoral E-Letter: November 2, 2012

Dear Central Family,   What a week this has been. The effects of Hurricane Sandy revealed just how fragile and temporary this life is.  It has also provided an opportunity for our light to shine in dark situations.  I am still hearing stories of how the Central family is providing support and assistance to their neighbors.  Many people are still without power and I am finding that people are rolling up their sleeves and helping out wherever possible.  Thank you, for not only being hearers of God’s word, but doers. Let this storm not only be a call to serve but a reminder of what is to come.  "For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared to the glory that is to be revealed to us." -Romans 8:18   We are planning on having our regular weekend services. Pastor Gay and Kim have been enjoying some well-deserved time away and they are looking forward to being back with us.  We will be continuing our series in the book of Galatians this weekend, and I will be teaching on Saturday night and in both Sunday Modern services. Our Pastor of Student Ministries, Bryan Bunagan, will be teaching in the Classic Service.   Add to it we will be celebrating Communion, so the worship time will be that which will encourage your walk with Christ. If we need to make alternate plans for the services, please check the website or Facebook page.  We will also try to send out an e-mail as well.  Please note that today (Friday), November 2, the church offices are still closed due to the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. If you get the chance, please sign up for our Thanksgiving Dinner and Worship Service for the whole family!  It will be held on Sunday, November 18 at 6 pm.  You can RSVP by clicking on the link below.  http://www.pingg.com/rsvp/7r65n48e4b7qdtypc (Click Yes, No, or Maybe at the top of the page and enter your name and e-mail address.  You will then have the chance to add to the number of people in your party).    Finally, please don’t forget that Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend, so make sure you set your clocks back! We are praying for you and your families during this challenging time.  If you need pastoral care, please call 215-736-1068 or 302-463-9062. In His Grip, Pastor Anthony Gilmer    ---   Like us on Facebook!  https://www.facebook.com/worshipatcentral. For Central’s upcoming events, go to http://www.worshipatcentral.org/events.aspx. To unsubscribe from this list, please reply to this message with the word “unsubscribe” in the subject line.