by Cindy Courtney | May 31, 2019 | Minister Notes
In Christ there is no east or west, in him no south or north; but one great fellowship of love throughout the whole wide earth. Lyrics: John Oxenham (1852-1941) Once upon a time, in a farmhouse far away, I led a weekend retreat for adults. I’d had a lot of fun...
by Cindy Courtney | Apr 30, 2019 | Minister Notes
I love to tell the story; for those who know it best seem hungering and thirsting to hear it like the rest. And when, in scenes of glory, I sing the new, new song, ‘twill be the old, old story, that I have loved so long. Lyrics: Katherine Hankey (1834-1911) Music:...
by Cindy Courtney | Mar 29, 2019 | Minister Notes
O use me, Lord, use even me, Just as Thou wilt, and when, and where, Until Thy blessed face I see, Thy rest, Thy joy, Thy glory share! Frances Ridley Havergal (1836-1879) What can I say to adequately describe the sheer joy of gathering with so many of you on March...
by Cindy Courtney | Mar 15, 2019 | Minister Notes
Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone. 1 Cor 12:4-6 It has been a year! To be exact, Sunday,...
by Cindy Courtney | Jan 22, 2019 | Minister Notes
Has it been only two weeks since we stood at the brink of this new year — gazing back at the year we’ve left and wondering what the coming days will bring?!? Our memories span the spectrum from fondness to pure relief. Pictures in our minds, like the pictures...