Heal the sick who are there and tell them, “The kingdom of God has come near to you.” – Luke 10:9
During the recent round of flu and colds, I was home with one of our daughters. We talked about how many in our church family have been sick this spring. I reminded her that St. Luke in the Bible was a physician. We can read many passages in the book of Luke about sickness and healing.
It seems very appropriate that our church is named after St. Luke. We offer hope, healing, and help to our members, guests, and the community. Every time we reach out in ministry and mission to the homebound, children, or those in the hospital; we are participating with God in bringing about His presence and peace in the midst of suffering. I’m always amazed by the way our family of faith cares for one another.
During the flu and cold season, I was also thinking about all the doctors, nurses, technicians and healthcare professionals in our church who make so many sacrifices to bring healing to people in our community. If you are part of that amazing group of caring people, THANK YOU! Your work is a significant part of the way God’s healing happens in people’s lives. We are grateful for your time, expertise, love, and commitment to help others. You are an extension of the hands and feet of Jesus!
Whether the sickness we experience is physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual, God is in the business of healing us. That healing occurs through Scripture and prayer, medicine and technology, and the support and encouragement of our family and friends. I hope you will be watching for opportunities this week to participate with God in bringing healing to others through your prayers, presence, gifts and service. When you do that, you help to bring people closer
to God so they can experience the hope and love of Christ in their lives.
Rev. Phil Greenwald, Executive Pastor of Administration
