Today, I have been reflecting about the recent amazing ALC Worship Experiences. Our inspirational DREAM statement concludes with our vision to experience the "manifest presence of God" at every gathering. It has been apparent that the Spirit of God has been available to His people in an authentic way.
This past weekend, we were blessed with record attendance and powerful baptism experiences. I will never forget the beautiful public confession that one of our baptismal candidates had written to precede her baptism. In fact, we are thinking about asking every future candidate to write a short public confession to be read preceding baptism. That would be absolutely powerful...don't you think?
This past Sunday was truly historic! From the opening worship song to the closing prayer, we experienced God in fresh ways. Pastor Anthony Mangun challenged us to consecrate our homes. I have received heart-warming reports about the special time of communion that our ALC Lifer's have had with their families this week. I strongly encourage each of you to connect your home to what God is doing in the church by leading your family in a time of consecration and communion. (You can pick up communion supplies at the Information Center at ALC) I believe we are experiencing a colossal shift in the spiritual climate of our church family. I am confident that this weekend's events will lead us even closer to our divine destiny! I'd love to see you and your family at our Prayer Gathering on Saturday (@noon) and on Sunday for Worship. Bishop T.F. Tenney will be our guest speaker.
I'm living and loving His DREAM!
It sounds incredible and wonderous. One day, I'm going to come see.
Posted by: Teresa | November 22, 2008 at 08:25 AM