27
Jun 2020
We hope the Facebook-streamed worship services have been meaningful to you. We would like to invite those who can to consider making a special gift designated for “Worship Committee – E-Service.” Through many conversations, we believe this to be an important and effective ministry that allows us to reach out to some who have not been able to participate in worship, as well as others who are new to our community. We hope to continue producing online services even after we resume in-person worship. Your special gift will enable us to improve......
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24
Jun 2020
Messiah Lutheran Church can now receive your contribution via text message. Simply dial : 833-751-0311 (This is a dedicated number for Messiah) Getting Started: Enter the 10-digit GivePlus Text number above and the amount you wish to donate, then press send. Register… You will receive a Vanco registration link. Click the link and enter your contact and payment information. Tap “Process” Give… After registration is complete you will receive a verification text as well as a receipt via email. Repeat… For future giving, simply send a text with the amount you wish to give,......
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08
Jul 2018
When my eldest granddaughter was about 4 years old we were exploring the sanctuary of the church I was serving, and she said, “Let’s play church!” I said OK and she directed me to the first pew. “You be the people.” She said. Again, I agreed. I sat down, and she approached the altar. Facing the altar, she chanted, “La, La, La, La, La, La.” Then she turned to me, held her hands out in front of her, and said, “Gimme money.” And that comes close to describing what many people think......
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