Romans 8:35-39
One of the questions that have driven us as a church for years is this: If we can’t do all the formal church things - services, sermons, events, classes - would our people still know how to be the church? We’ve worked to equip, train and live into this for the last 15 years, and now we have an incredible opportunity to put into practice all that we have learned! You are gospel-formed people, able to be steady and grounded in the midst of uncertain times; you are already being the church, connected in life-shaping relationships, living as a family of servants and missionaries; and you are equipped to be disciple-makers in the everyday stuff of life. Now is the time to be the church, and we’re pivoting away from Planted in order to call, equip, and release you to the opportunity this pandemic has created. We’ll return to Planted, fundraising, and facilities when the time is right; for now, let’s put our time, talent, and treasure into being the church of Jesus!
March 15, 2020 - Steve Hart