Dear Friends,

I hope you all are having a good start to this work week! I was out of town this past weekend for my college's (Belhaven) Homecoming. It was a wonderful time of catching up, laughing, and spending time with some of the men and women who shaped my growth as a Christian. It was November 15th, 1983, that I asked Jesus to come into my heart. I have such fond memories of that place, those people, and that time and to experience this weekend with Marie was icing on the cake. Walking with Jesus is not a highway, smooth and pot-hole free, but it is like walking in the mountains - up and down, peaks and valleys - it is the way of struggle and smiles. As I am in my office at this moment I am thinking of Church By The Sea. I am thinking that we all are walking together experiencing the highs and lows of life together. Let's continue to strive to walk as one.

I want to let you all know that we begin our stewardship campaign on November 6th, 13th, and I am asking you all to pledge by the 20th! You will receive a letter from our Clerk of Session soon detailing our budget and I hope all who call this church home will pray about what they can give to the life and ministry of this church. We have all experienced some incredible times and God has blessed us so we can continue the amazing ministry which is Church By The Sea. I look forward to sharing more details soon, but please be in prayer about what you have the privilege and honor to give.

Have a safe and blessed week. I look forward to seeing you all this Sunday in worship, or on our YouTube Channel (The Church By The Sea).

In His Grip,
Chris

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