Will they come through??
A family of six lost everything in a fire here in the mSt. Louis metro region and they attend a large attractional church in our area. One of our members wonders if we should get involed with the weekly hotel bill at $245.00 a week as well as clothing needs etc. They had someone from another place help with week number one.
Pastor Terry is working a full time job but insists that he must call the family to see what they need. Additionally he feels he should contact the church elders (that he knows well) and see if they will get involved - since this family belongs to their church and because we do not want to infringe upon them (as a courtesy only.) I personally don't care if we infringe or not -but I know Pastor is right. Of course we will get involved, why wouldn't we?
Anyway, we'll see what happens and what doesn't. Keep ya posted! Pray for the best response from this church of so many.
This is a discipleship teachable moment and that is why I share it. For fun let's see how the situation gets resolved.
posted by Bob Carder @ 5:20 PM
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hope you post an update on this one!
Another church was contacted and a member got involved. After sending out emails to many people from many churches the needs are being met by individuals. At this point the body is responding. Both parents are working so it should be a temporary set back. I may have found them a home to rent this morning, it is up to them if they take it. I have decided not to contact the original churches leadership as this family will probably be cared for by this new church. Their needs are being met and that is the most important thing.
Praise God for the new Church family and shame on the old "mega".
The "mega" has three goals it seems!
Buildings, Budgets, Butts....
Am I being judgemental or harsh? O.K. call me a stinker if you wish!
Terry, thanks for the work - a job well done.
Adam, thanks for being concerned which is one of your best attributes among others.
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