From Pastor Marty Price

I am very grateful for all the birthday wishes I received last month!  Suzanne posted a picture of me on Facebook and, when I saw it, my first thought was “that’s an old man who’s had a rough life!” To be clear, the only problem with the picture was its accuracy.  In these days of selfies and filters it can be difficult to see yourself clearly, but it is essential to do so. Over the last several months we have been taking a close look at ourselves as a church in light of our purpose.  And frankly, some of it has been very unpleasant.  Yes, we’ve seen how God has worked through us in many ways, how He has guided and preserved us, and we joyfully affirm that there is much to celebrate.  However, there are also some glaring weaknesses, and recognizing them is essential to confession, repentance, and correction.  Above all things we desire to glorify our gracious God and to see Him work through us.  And that will only happen as we walk close to Him, obedient to Him in all things.  I ask that you join me in prayer, fervent and sincere prayer, that God will do all that is necessary in us to make us “vessels fit for the Master’s use.”  The exciting part of this is that God always answers that prayer!

These are good days for us! We’re heading home to the West End, and we’re preparing for the journey for the next season of our lives here.  God is a God of great things, of new things, and I can’t wait to see all that He has in store for us!