Let me begin by putting to ease anyone who may have the wrong idea or a misunderstanding with regards to the title. The title is not intended to incite a prideful spirit or behavior of any kind. May that never be!
The title is an acknowledgment and appreciation to ALL our members!
We are so honored and humbled that God has allowed us the privilege to be your spiritual leaders and servants in this part of His vineyard in such uncharted times and territory as these. We never want to take you or your service to God for granted. We simply want to say to everyone; thank you!
You never lost faith, but instead have shown great faith and I venture to say have increased in faith through this pandemic that has been nothing less than “a test of faith” for all of us. You have clearly kept the faith in our God who promised He will never forsake us or leave us!
Although, the “old ways” of conducting worship services, Bible studies, and ministries have changed considerably, your cooperation and consistent contributions have allowed leadership to make a smooth transition from where we were before the pandemic to where we are now in the thick of it without losing spiritual ground. !
It has not been easy and by no means are we “out of the woods.” We still have a long way to go. Nevertheless, your prayers, patience, and perseverance have been nothing short of a blessing. Throughout, your encouragement and support have helped leadership keep the body spiritually charged and committed to God’s call to serve one another, as well as our neighbors and the communities around us.
We could never have accomplished even half of what we have been able to, without the grace of God and your spiritual cooperation. The true character of this congregation has a history of always coming through when the challenge is great and the call to respond to the challenge is even greater.
The pandemic is and continues to be a challenge like none our generation has ever experienced. It would have been easy for us to “fall apart at the spiritual seams,” but instead, your support and cooperation have helped leadership stay the course, stay spiritually strong and united in spirit. Certainly, we have and will continue to be tested. But it is tests such as these that build us, unite us and prepare us for the next test around the corner, that’s sure to come our way.
It can’t be said enough, just how proud we are of you in how you have responded throughout the pandemic, by “being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
(Eph. 4: 3) Your commitment, calls, cards and contributions have been a true blessing to this ministry, just like the churches in Macedonia. “For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord, begging us with much urging for the favor of participation in the support of the saints, and this, not as we expected, but they first gave themselves to the Lord and to us by the will of God. “ (2 Cor. 8: 3-5)
So, this is just a heartfelt appreciation and acknowledgment going out to every member for their continual support, contributions and commitment by putting into action who we claim to be as children of the King.
So, take a bow Roxbury, in honor of God and in humility to what He is doing through you and your unwavering support and encouragement in the midst such great challenging times, tests, trials, and tribulations.
Love and peace!
Bro. Craigwell
