Dear Church Member:
Parenting is a tough job! As a single parent, the challenges of raising children by yourself can be particularly difficult. Not only are you a sympathetic and loving mother, but also a disciplinarian and provider at the same time. With so many demands and expectations placed on you, it is no wonder that being a single parent can be very stressful.
Dear Member:
In the past few years, the downward turn of the economy has resulted in hardships, including job loss, increasing debt, and home foreclosure for many of our church family members. Losing a home to foreclosure is traumatic and can have far-reaching effects in many areas of our lives. Often times, those who lose their homes experience a sense of failure, depression, and even hopelessness. Some individuals blame themselves, feeling guilty about mishandling their financial obligations; while others feel angry toward those they perceive to be responsible for their misfortune, injustice, and loss.
Dear Church Member:
We want to take a moment to let you know we are thinking of you and praying for you and your family during this difficult time. As we all face trials and tribulations at various times in our lives, we realize the importance of having a strong support system of those whom we can trust to encourage and support us, while respecting the need for confidentiality.
As you journey through this troubling time, I encourage you to reach out to someone you trust in your FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH family, whether it be a friend, myself, or another staff member. Our doors are always open to you.
Dear _______________:
I wanted to send you a personal note today to let you know how encouraged I am by the recent reconciliation of your marriage! As a Pastor, I routinely see the effects of daily struggle on marriage and I am very thankful that you have been able to work through a difficult time to reach this point of victory!
It is clear to me that marriage was intended to be permanent when our Creator fashioned this blessed union into the blueprint for mankind yet I know that the enemy routinely seeks to dismantle this sacred union through conflict and turmoil. I am rejoicing with you in the preservation of your relationship – and I will continue to pray for additional healing and grace for both of you.
Dear __________________:
I just wanted to drop you a quick note to express sincere appreciation for your vocal solo this past Sunday. Your musical gift was such a blessing to me personally and to the congregation, and I know that God was honored and glorified through your effort. It is such a pleasure as a Pastor to see God’s gifts used in such wonderful ways during worship time together.