In 2002, St. John's celebrated 150 years of God's Blessings. What a
wonder it is that our God would bless us even one day, but to have 150
years to celebrate is awe-inspiring. For 150 years, God has opened His
arms to our children, and brought them close to his heart through Baptism.
For 150 years, God has opened His word to us, so that we might learn of
His love. For 150 years, God has nourished our spiritual well being through
His Son's body and blood at the Lord's Table. For 150 years, God has stood
beside brides and grooms as they pledged their hearts, and has joined
His hand with theirs in marriage. For 150 years, God has called His children
home through Christian burial.
All of these blessings are as rich today as they were 150 years ago when
the founding fathers started our church. Each time we gather we celebrate
something very new, and yet very ancient. May God continue to bless us
in the years to come. May we daily acknowledge His blessings. May we celebrate
with all the saints our rich heritage of blessings from the Father's hand.
In nomine Christi
Pastor Brown
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