This Sunday and next, we are taking our first special offering of the year in support of Week of Compassion, the relief, refugee, and development fund of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
The ministry directs resources to needs in the United States and around the world through grants, expertise, and coordination of mission volunteers. Just this week, they've posted an update on the on-going work in the wake of disasters in Joplin, MO, Tuscaloosa, AL, and along the Gulf Coast, bringing together volunteers from countless congregations.
The current theme for the Week of Compassion offering is "Sharing Brings Joy." Recently, they posted a new video about their service to others and about our opportunity to share with others.
Sharing Brings Joy from Week of Compassion on Vimeo.
From other pastors, I have heard of the excellent work that Week of Compassion has done, especially when their congregations have faced emergencies -- a few days ago, Weed of Compassion offered quick assistance to members of a church in West Virginia who suffered a household. It is a ministry that touches many lives in the worst times and well worth our support.
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