The afterglow of our 50th anniversary
celebration is still burning brightly. From folks lingering after services to
emails and Facebook posts to calls and comments I have received, it is obvious
that the weekend celebration was an event none of us will forget. As a
participant and an observer, I was struck by what has and continues to make
Westwood a community of faith folks want to be a part of. Westwood is a place
of welcome and warmth where the love of Christ is seen and heard in its people.
The stories told, hugs exchanged, acquaintances renewed after years apart all
drew us to the realization that no matter how far we travel or what is happening
in our lives, there is a connection, a home we share as members and friends of
Westwood.
Thanks again to our anniversary committee and everyone who worked so
faithfully to make this event and all the celebrations over the past year so
memorable. It was once more a reminder of what can be done when people work
together. Ultimately, this celebration was a gift of praise to the Lord for
everything we are and have accomplished is attributable to God's grace. I
believe that God was honored in the events of the weekend and continues to
call us to faithful service going forward. In everything, Thanks be
to God!
If you haven't done so yet, pack you Operation Christmas Child boxes and
bring them this Sunday or next. Materials and information are in the
narthex.
God
continues to be at work in the life and ministry of Westwood Baptist Church.
Let us continue the celebration as we move forward to honor the living
Christ!
Jim Abernathy
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