| November 2024 Psalm 100:4 “Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise: be thankful to Him, and bless His name.” As we gather again to celebrate Thanksgiving, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and joy for my blessings which includes YOU! As you know, this election year has had no shortage of drama, division, and declarations. I imagine you are like me in being thankful to God for the church we attend together as the family of God right here in theGreat Rivers Region. Even though people may have differences along the way on various issues, one thing stands strong to unite our hearts together, and that is the cross of Jesus Christ! Thanksgiving is far more than a wonderful meal, football, or even a brief (or long) prayer of appreciation before the meal. For the believer, it is primarily a time to be thankful for what Christ did for us over 2,000 years ago. We need to also be thankful for what God does for us now and for the fact that Jesus is coming again one day to receive us for all of eternity! Please take a moment this Thanksgiving to count your blessings and reach out to those in need. By extending the love and grace we have received to others, we fulfill the teachings of our faith. May this Thanksgiving be a time of unity, love, and joy for each congregation and extended families. I pray that our faith continues to grow, our bonds strengthen, and our hearts remain open to the beauty of the world around us. With a heart full of gratitude, I wish you all a blessed and joyous Thanksgiving! I Corinthians 1:4: “I always thank my God for you because of grace given to you in Christ Jesus.” Patty |
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A word from Executive Minister, Rev. Patty King Bilyeu
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