This Easter Season will long be remembered.

The Council had the chance to not only cover our regular activities, but we also began to understand the significance of Brian Oxman’s ordination on April 7th at 3PM. All are welcome to attend this momentous day in the life of the Church. Consider yourself invited and please share this invitation.

Attending not only for Brian, but the Congregation as a whole. The Congregation will be charged to embrace change, form a partnership in purpose, and honor the ministry. We need to expect change. We need to be the workers in the vineyard. We need the congregation’s partnership in God’s holy work. Attending the ordination honors the ministry. The Ministry can be lonely, and often a pastor hears more from vocal complainers than quiet supporters. Let’s honor Brian's ministry. Pray for him, encourage him, and thank him for being a preacher, pastor, and prophet in our midst.

During the Council meeting in February, we talked about how to make Coffee Hour more inviting. You saw an article in this column for March. Shifting tables around recently is evidence of approaches to see what might work best. If you have suggestions or ideas let me know. I’m not sure we have found the best configurations yet.

I may sound like a broken record in this column from time to time on the opportunities for volunteerism. As important as our tithes are, what can we do with our time to help? Vacation Bible School is fast approaching. Mission s has is planning some fun events. The Choir always has spots at 9:15 on Sundays to share a message in music. On Easter morning we will have breakfast at 6:30AM for those attending the sunrise service. Do you have an interest in cooking pancakes beginning at 5:30AM? Or has God been speaking to you about helping out in other areas?