David Bottom was presented a certificate of appreciation this past Sunday at the 10:30 service for years of faithful service in leadership of Central’s brass ensemble. We have all been blessed beyond measure by the many solos he has performed for special music, as well as his dedicated commitment as leader of the brass ensemble. Thank you David! Well done, good and faithful servant.
Hello, Friends!
A year ago, I had no idea that I would be here – at Central – getting to serve God alongside you all (note I say you all, not y’all even though I hail from the South. I had no idea that my dream ministry position would ever come my way – to be an associate pastor for spiritual formation and pastoral care.
But what I did know, then and now… God calls us to new life in Christ – every day, not just in one season, but for all the seasons of our lives. The question is: will we be open and respond to that new life?
I am impressed with how God’s Spirit has shown up in my life, time and time again. The fact that I am getting to be with you, beginning in the Easter season, the season of New Life, is fitting for all of us.
Jesus has called us friends… from John 15:15, we hear, 15 I do not call you servants any longer, because the servant does not know what the master is doing, but I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my Father.
I love people, I love sharing good things with people, and I love nurturing others. And, once you are in my heart, it is for always. I hope you will consider me your friend!
- Rev. Melinda