MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

I am excited about today's services and activities from New Harvest Church. But before I share what I am enthused about, let me first pause to observe Memorial Day.

This is Memorial Day weekend. It is called the kick off to Summer, although summer doesn't officially begin until 3 more weeks. Memorial Day is tomorrow. The day is set aside to honor those who have served our nation in the military, and who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. We honor them today and tomorrow, and we pay our respects. We are here today because of brave men and women who have laid their all on the line.

We have some special things going on today at NHC. The Kondas Family, from Statesville NC, will be with us again, ministering in song. Jim and Karen are special friends. I had asked them to come in the absence of our worship leader, Dan Thomas. He and his wife Kelly (and little Emily) have been out of town on some family business and recreation the last couple of Sundays. The Kondas' have helped us in both filling in on the praise team, and leading and singing songs of their own. They told us that there is a possibility today that their son and daughter in law, Daniel and Holly, may be with them. YAY!!!

Today also begins an exciting adventure for us. We will introduce Mrs. Jenny Smith to the church as our kids church and youth director. Miss Jenny will work oversee the direction of the teams. She will work with our groups and will strengthen their hands in what they are doing, while at the same time bring new ideas to the table. We believe this step will build the present team to another level, and will bring great excitement to all involved. Get ready to see our kids and youth grow!

I am also doing an illustrated sermon this morning. There is something about visually doing something, that we retain what we see, I think 7 times more. This has been unnannounced, and has been a last minute planning, but I believe it will have an effect. So, I hope you read the blog in the morning, so that you'll be sure to come on and see the illustrated sermon.

Last, and not least, we are going to Funbees Park tonight at 6. Our dear friend, Pastor Ricky Eason, owns and operates this park, in Spartanburg, SC. From inflateables, fishing pond, batting cage, mini golf, go carts, and more-- there will be plenty of fun for everyone. We'll leave from the church at 5:15 PM, and begin with a picnic once there (around 6). The food is free, the cost of the activities is $10 each. Y'all come on out.

Be blessed!
Pastor Ronnie