Dear Southmoore Family and Friends,
A lot of unanswered question remain: When will we get back to normal? When will they find a vaccine for Covid-19? When will the church be the church the way it used to be?
During a pastor’s associational meeting, one pastor said, “Being a pastor of a Baptist church today is like being in a pitch-black room trying to find a light switch.”
I am reminded of the words in Hebrew 10:25, “Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another – and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
Did the Hebrew’s write ever go through a pandemic? Not sure. I don’t recall in the New Testament that the entire country of Israel was on lock down.
The good news is that today we have the technology to keep the church connected through our website. We still can have services! We can come into your house! We can be encouraged, challenged, and blessed through music, prayer, and preaching.
I’ll be the first to admit that the one thing I miss is the fellowship. Your pastor misses you. I miss seeing you. I miss getting to talk to you. Yes, I miss the hugs and handshakes.
Last Sunday, July 12, we were without power. The storm that rolled through Saturday night made sure of that. So, we quickly decided to have services in the foyer. There were about 20 people in attendance, and we recorded the services on YouTube so people at home wouldn’t be left out.
What next?
The church attendance has been declining the last couple of weeks. Understandable: Fourth of July weekend, storms, rise in Covid-19 cases. The Corona Virus is not slowing down. In fact, as you know, it is ramping up.
We will watch, pray, and seek counsel as to what we will do in the coming weeks. If the attendance continues to decline, we may go back to one service and continue to record the service for those at home.
If you have any suggestions, I am more than willing to hear from you.
In the meantime, we will continue to praise and pray our way through these challenging times.
The East Wing project is still making progress. It’s looking great. The heat and air are being installed; cabinets are being installed; electric and plumbing are moving forward.
To Live Is Christ,
Bro. Danny