I hope you are enjoying your summer! As our church approaches the end of the fiscal year in August, I want to say thank you and highlight some examples of the impact of your generosity. Our church has much to be thankful for. God has allowed us to generously support three campaigns this year … [Read More…] July 2023 Stewardship Letter
I’m the oldest of six siblings, and growing up, we all had chores assigned to us. I was in charge of sweeping the kitchen floor after meals. I still enjoy sweeping to this day. When you’re part of a family, you pitch in and do your part. That’s what families do. This summer, … [Read More…] July 2, 2023
“In our family, we choose to live differently.” Our kids can repeat that phrase. There are so many times when Krista and I have to explain to our kids why we are a bit odd as a family. They overhear other kids using words they’re not allowed to use. They wonder why they … [Read More…] June 25, 2023
What do you want to be when you grow up?” was always the question. Adults would always ask it. As a kid, I would quietly wonder about it. When you’re young, there’s so much mystery surrounding your future. What will I do when I’m all grown up? Who will I become? As followers … [Read More…] June 18, 2023
The call to missions is not just to those abroad, it is also to our neighbors across the street. When Jesus commissions us to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19), it’s a commission for here and there, near and far. Jesus’ disciples are to go and be His “witnesses in Jerusalem … [Read More…] June 11, 2023
Dear Moody Church Family Member, Did you know that The Moody Church began as a Sunday School for street children who weren’t welcome in the local churches, or anywhere else? Today, ministry to children continues to be one of our core missions. What a blessing to be able to love and care for children … [Read More…] June 2023 Stewardship Letter
God’s mission to bring salvation to all nations began in Genesis 3:15, when God promised to crush the serpent’s head through the coming Seed of Adam. The problem of sin applies to all of humanity; and the promise made to Adam applies to all of his descendants. This is the first proclamation of the … [Read More…] June 4, 2023
Ephesians is really setting us up well for our Missions Week on June 4–11. We’ve been learning about the glories of our salvation (1:3–23) that not only brings us to life in reconciliation with God (2:1–10), but also brings us into God’s multi-ethnic family in reconciliation with one another (2:11–22). God’s purpose all along … [Read More…] May 28, 2023
If you come from a more liturgical church background, you may be aware that this past Thursday was Ascension Day (40 days after the Resurrection, Easter Sunday). Ascension Day, or “Holy Thursday,” is when Jesus ascended to His Father in glory. He is now seated at the right hand of the Father, having accomplished … [Read More…] May 21, 2023
I had a chance to spend time with our Stillson Residents last week as they wrap up their year of ministry here at The Moody Church. We’ve been so blessed by their service and gifts throughout every level of our church family. In light of their faithfulness, please join me in thanking each of … [Read More…] May 14, 2023
