A blessed Friday to all. We received
a beautiful basket of flowers at home yesterday, sent anonymously by someone
whose simple desire was to express gratitude. The thoughtful gesture was much
appreciated, and though the sender remains unknown to us, the blessing
received has indeed been a treasure.
Much of life's greatest work is done quietly, without fanfare or
acknowledgement. Such generosity serves to remind us, particularly as followers
of Christ, that we are to be servants to the world about us. Jesus condemned
the kind of religious expression that always seeks recognition, calling instead
for selfless giving that seeks nothing in return. That is a lesson most
appropriate for this season of the year.
Tomorrow, you have an opportunity to share a simple gift with our church
and community. The Hope Class is sponsoring the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup at 8:30
at the church. They will be cleaning our section of Old Keene Mill Road
of litter and debris. There will also be leaf cleanup around the church,
beginning at 9 a.m. Bring a leaf blower, rake, or other tools to help move the
million or so leaves that have fallen. The annual Springfield Gardens
Christmas Party will be held at First Baptist Church of Springfield and
volunteers are still needed to assist. If you would like to participate, please
join DIck Marvin and others at FBC around 10:30. Our own Rob Robertson will
appear as Santa Claus...Ho! Ho! Ho!
Sunday will feature the youth dessert auction as well as the presentation
of "Once Upon a Night" by the sanctuary choir and orchestra. You will miss a
blessing if you aren't present!!!
Thanks for the many wonderful ways you continue to generously give and
serve through Westwood Baptist Church.
Jim Abernathy
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