Dear Saints

Writing

“Let the redeemed of the Lord proclaim that God redeemed them from the hand of the foe.” – Psalm 107:2

Dear Saints, What are you saying? With your words, with your choices, with your actions – what are you saying? What message are you declaring to the world? Whether we realize it or not, the way we live our lives conveys certain messages to those around us. Our lives may say: “I am committed to my family.” They may say: “I value hard work.” Our lives may convey a concern for community , for creation, or only for oneself. Whether we are aware of it or not, our lives send a message.

Psalm 107 reminds us that it is the job of the redeemed to share the message of redemption. The “churchy” word for that is “witness.” The psalmist writes, “Let the redeemed of the Lord proclaim that God redeemed them.” The salvation of God is not something to hide; the message of redemption must be shared. The one who was brought out of illness should share of their healing. The one who was brought out of addiction should tell their story to others struggling in the same way. The one who was welcomed into community should tell of the open arms of Jesus. The one who was forgiven should invite others into the grace of God as well.

So what message do our lives tell? When we experience redemption, do we give the glory to God? When we open our mouths, do we praise God for what he has done for us? When we open our agendas, do our patterns reflect the stewardship of what God has entrusted to our care? When we close our day, do we pause to give thanks to the one who provided for us in our waking and will watch over us in our sleeping? It is the mission of God’s people to give witness to God’s goodness. May we practice praising God with our words, our choices, and with our routines.

+ Pastor Ginger +

 
 

Single Ladies Lunch

Let’s Do Lunch!  

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 12:00 noon

All Single Ladies are invited to join us for lunch at ACME Lowcountry Kitchen, JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms.  Our Single Ladies Lunches are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month at noon. Restaurant locations vary. We will not meet in December, but look forward to resuming in January 2024. Call or text Sandy Reafler at 843-729-5837 to reserve your seat.

All Saints Knitters

The All Saints Knitters Ministry is an informal group that meets in members’ homes to make prayer shawls and other comfort items for those who are ill or facing difficult situations. Anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting is welcome. Our next meeting is Wednesday, May 24, at 2:00 pm. Carolyn Anderson will be our host. Call the church office for address 843-884-5470. We’d love to have you join us!