It’s hard to believe that November is almost upon us! As we enter the season of gratitude, my heart is full of thankfulness for you, Union Family. Your thoughtfulness and encouragement for my Birthday and during Pastor Appreciation Month have meant so much to me and my family. We so enjoyed the Mercy Me concert together, and my whole family felt deeply loved and appreciated. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
In November, we have so many things to look forward to together! Below are a few highlights I want to share. I pray you will take part as the Lord leads.
Sunday, November 1, is All Saints Sunday. During worship, we will light candles to remember and honor those who are now part of the Great Cloud of Witnesses. This service is always deeply meaningful as we give thanks for those who have gone before us and pointed us to the Lord.
November 7 will be a busy day at Union in the cemetery as we seek to honor the almost 50 veterans buried here. We will place flags on each veteran’s grave to honor and thank them for their service at 10:30 AM.
On Sunday, November 8, we will also have our annual veterans’ recognition during morning worship. Please invite a veteran you know to join us that Sunday as we honor their commitment and sacrifice in a spirit of gratitude and remembrance.
November also comes with a host of opportunities to share with people in need. We will be busy sharing Thanksgiving Boxes and also collecting supplies and packing Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes. Additionally, we will receive our 5th Sunday Benevolence Offering on November 29 as we also usher in the Advent Season. I am thankful for the many ways you seek to serve and share God’s love in our community! God is using you well, and I am grateful for your continued faithfulness.
Most of all this November, I hope you will take time each day to thank God for who he is and for what he has done in your life. Jesus loves you, Union family, and I do too!