Last night's service was a very special one, as three men were ordained as Deacons. Not only do these men have a heart to serve, but they love those people and truly have a heart of friendship to those they come into contact with. It is a privilege to call each of these men and their families friends, and to have been in the room last night. Derrick's message from Titus 1 was both pertinent and powerful as he challenged not only the three, but every individual present.

"For an overseer, as God's steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined. He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it." (vv. 7-9, ESV)

As we continue to press forward in the days ahead, we will all be challenged to continually walk with our Savior on a moment-by-moment, day-by-day basis, with His transforming our hearts, minds, and lives to be more like Himself. What a work God is doing! And what a joy to be a part of the lives of those He is changing.

            Alan and Debbie Foster    "AFos"

     Jonathan and Aimee Wiggins    "JWiggy"

        Nick and Jill Bluel    "Niko"