Pastoral Letter

August 2026

Pastor’s thoughts … 

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Warm greetings to you in the name of our Lord and Savior! I hope this summer season has given you moments to slow down, look around, and remember the simple joys that God weaves into each day. 

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Summer is a special gift — a chance to step off the treadmill of busyness and breathe deeply. But true rest is more than a vacation or an afternoon nap. It is a quiet trust that our souls find their home in Christ alone. Jesus invites us in Matthew 11:28, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” 

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My prayer is that this summer, you find moments to come away with Him — whether sitting quietly with your Bible on the porch, walking under a starlit sky, or sharing a meal with friends and family. Let these slower days remind you that you are loved not for what you do, but for who you are in Him. 

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I also encourage you to stay connected to the body of Christ, even as you travel. Worship with us when you are in town — your presence blesses us more than you know. And if you find yourself on the road, carry His Word with you and pray for one another. 

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May this be a season of renewal for your body, mind, and spirit. May you return to the rhythms of autumn refreshed and ready for all that God has in store. 

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Rest well, dear friends. The Lord delights in giving rest to His beloved. 

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In His peace,

Pastor Deb