Psalm 23 by Stephanie Copeland Psalm 23 is one if my favorite passages in scripture. Over the course of my adult life, it has repeatedly been a “go to” passage when I’m feeling alone, afraid, sad, vulnerable, or even thankful. I am mostly grateful for the opening verse that our God is a shepherd. I imagine God as a person who is fiercely devoted to me, and that He has great love and cares for His people. That is what the shepherds were in biblical times - protectors even for the one that strayed. King David was a shepherd, a keeper of sheep, and he understood both the needs of the sheep and the many cares of a shepherd. He compared himself to a creature - weak, defenseless, and foolish - and
Stephen Ministry: Christ Caring for People Through People Sometimes We Just Can’t Decide on Our Next Step ... by Carol Warner In today’s world we are faced with many choices. And often when we are faced with serious challenges there may seem to be too many choices, too many decisions to be made, too many gray areas. It’s just too hard to sort through everything and decide on the next best step. We may find ourselves turning around and around like we are on a merry-go-round and not able to stop and see a way to go forward. Finding a way to cope with a challenge and making a decision that allows us to move forward can be tough. Instead of deciding, we may do nothing and make no choice. We simp
Our Story to Share by Preston Young Jr. Throughout history, storytelling has been a powerful means of communicating ideas between persons of different ages and generations. As people tell about meaningful events, the people and places they describe seem to come to life on a personal level. President Abraham Lincoln often connected with the public through stories that he probably learned how to tell during his childhood from his father. During the Civil War, many questioned Lincoln's judgment in appointing Ulysses S. Grant to lead the Union army. Lincoln defended Grant's reputation of favoring hard liquor by asking Grant in which brand of whiskey Grant indulged, so that he could provide a bar
Stephen Ministry: Christ Caring for People Through People Newly Commissioned Stephen Ministers by Carol Warner On the evening of September 12, two members of our congregation were commissioned as Stephen Ministers — Jenny Ewing and John “Terry” Hohman. They join FCC’s team of ten other Stephen Ministers as Christian Caregivers. Through their commitment, training and commissioning they are now prepared to minister to members of our congregation and community who may be struggling with life’s difficulties. Since 2012 our church family has created, expanded and supported this caring ministry. By extending love and care we can offer wholeness and a closer relationship to God for those in our mid
Job Posting for the Position of Associate Minister for Children and their Families First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 7700 US Highway 42 Louisville, KY 40241 (502) 228-4189 General Description: The person serving in this position will be primarily responsible for coordinating all ministries related to children ages birth to 5th grade as well as related ministries for their families. Responsibilities will also include participating in pastoral care, visitation, and worship leadership, including preaching. Duties will include: Develop, implement, and review regular children’s ministry programming including faith related service, educational, spiritual, and fellowship opportunities wi
