On October 31st Loretta and I had the privilege of sharing in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of First Assembly of God in Greeley, Colorado with Pastor Michael and Nan Popineau, and the congregation. This church predates the inception of the AG and has a rich history of ministry.
I have heard it said that every generation has to develop its own churches. There is some truth in that statement and for a church to be sustained effectively from generation to generation is a significant accomplishment. Some of our finest ministers have pastored this church through the years and their leadership provides an example of moving a church forward while respecting the history of the church.
On November 14th I installed Bill Woods as the new Pastor of Solid Rock Christian Fellowship in Florence, CO. Congratulations Bill and Paula on your new God-given assignment. May God bless your ministry in Florence!
On November 21st Loretta and I visited Northland Community Church led by Pastor Jerry and Susan Cassell in Monument, CO. This church was launched two months ago and has an average Sunday a.m. worship attendance of about 75 and a youth ministry with about 35 teenagers in attendance.
We had a church in Monument for many years, but after some reverses we closed it in 2009. There are 250,000 people in a radius of 15 miles around Monument so the need is great. Under the leadership of Jerry Cassell in partnership with Pastor Randy Popineau, The Church at Briargate, and District leadership, Northland Community Church was envisioned and brought into reality. The church is already having a very positive impact on the community. God bless you Jerry and Susan as you lead this vital ministry forward.
In this season of Thanksgiving I thank God for you and pray for God’s blessing in your family and ministry. Today, Loretta and I celebrate 42 years of marriage! Above everything else I thank God for my wonderful wife and family. There is nothing more valuable under God than healthy relationships; first of all with one’s family and then with others.
PRAYER NEEDS:
Please pray for God’s comfort and strength for Steve Salazar’s wife Donna and his family. Pastor Steve Salazar’s funeral service on November 17th was a great celebration of a life well lived. Over 1,000 people were in attendance and schools were closed that day in honor of Steve. His impact in the community of Del Norte, Colorado was extraordinary. He will be missed.
Monday, November 29, 2010
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