. . . Enough & Generosity . . .

We've been in a sermon series the past two weeks based on Adam Hamilton's book, Enough. We have been talking about our relationship with our stuff and what God has to say about it. Our stuff by itself is not a bad thing. We need things for survival, food, clothing, a home to live - some of it is essential. However, there are times when our stuff detracts us from fully living in relationship with God. Together we are discovering the ways in which the things we have are a gift from God, first and foremost and how we use those gifts to honor God, and to do God's work in the world.

For some of you, giving to a church might be a new thing. Each year we conduct what we call a stewardship (or giving) campaign and the purpose is to help us establish stable and workable budgets for the next year. Your giving helps us connect more fully with our mission field, which is our surrounding neighborhood and community. It helps us provide for our serving projects at Laurel Hills and the Community Meal we will launch next month. Your giving allows us to be a church that makes a difference in the world. Your giving allows the church to pour out God's grace and carry out our mission: connecting people to Jesus Christ. As a church family, we should do whatever it takes to help connect those who do not know Jesus to the life-changing grace he offers.

If you are unsure of where to start, we will talk about practical tips this weekend in worship. 

Thank you for what you have given in 2019 so far. Your gifts have been felt as we build a transforming community where everyone is included, accepted, and loved... right here in Raytown, Missouri.