Because of Jesus'
instruction, it has been our tradition in the WCG for each member to wash another member's
feet at the annual Lord's Supper service, writes Pastor General Joseph Tkach.
Because of Jesus'
instruction, it has been our tradition in the WCG for each member to wash another member's
feet at the annual Lord's Supper service, writes Pastor General Joseph Tkach.
Some members have questions about footwashing, and Dr. Tkach discuss the matter now--well in advance of our next footwashing--so that everyone can be clear about it before next spring. Pages 6 & 7.
"OK, I see
that salvation is accomplished by God from start to finish and not by me, but I'd still
like to know more about how we should live. I've heard people talking about `spiritual
disciplines.' What are spiritual disciplines?"
Mike Feazell answers these questions and others in Dying and Rising With Christ. Pages 8 to 11.
I thought it would be
beneficial to consider what God is and has been doing in the area of the Great Commission,
so we might better ascertain what he wants us, individually and as a fellowship, to do,
writes Randal Dick. Pages 12 & 13.
Like a
building taking shape on the landscape and becoming more significant to its community, so
is the WCG throughout the Caribbean, writes Patrick Fearon.
Buildings that have been acquired (or are being built) in various areas are fulfilling useful roles, as members use the facilities as worship centers, equipping hubs and outreach posts.
Still, the significant difference has more to do with a commitment by quite a few to draw closer to Jesus Christ, nurture one another and contribute their giftedness toward the advancement of the kingdom. Pages 14 & 15.
A visit
to Madagascar gave me a chance to experience a little slice of Malagasy life, writes
Shirley Henderson.
One of the highlights was attending a meeting with the church youths in Antananarivo, capital of Madagascar. About five years ago we had only a handful of contacts, now we have several churches. Page 19.
How can we bring the gospel to children whose parents don't attend a church? asks Mike Morrison. By inviting them to a fun-filled weekly activity in which they learn scriptures, hear devotional messages and make new friends.
"Our club's main purpose is to reach children," said Janet Morrison, director of Pasadena's SonLight Club. "We are happy to help our own children, but we also want to make the club an effective way to preach the gospel to other kids." Page 24.
Our financial
circumstances are progressing at a slower pace than we hoped, writes Ron Kelly.
June donations are down by 20 percent compared to last year. On the positive side, we have been blessed with the sale of our Texas campus, greater than expected funds from estate donations and revenues from other sources that help keep our reserve fund at an appropriate level. Page 27.
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