As we gather again to celebrate Thanksgiving, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and joy for our blessings. As you know, this election year has had no shortage of drama, division, and declarations.
I imagine you are like me in being thankful to God for the church we attend together as the family of God right here in this area. Even though we may have differences along the way on various issues, one thing stands strong to unite our hearts together, and that is the cross of Jesus Christ!
As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, my heart is filled with gratitude for each one of you and the unique blessings you bring to our church family. Thanksgiving is a time when we reflect on God’s goodness and faithfulness, recognizing His hand in our lives, both in times of joy and in seasons of trial.
The words from Lamentations 3:22–24 (NKJV) resonate deeply with this spirit of thanksgiving:
Good morning, church family! It’s a joy to be gathered here today to worship and give thanks to the Lord. Today is an extra special day because we get the opportunity to celebrate someone very dear to our hearts: our pastor!
On this Pastor Appreciation Day, we pause to recognize the tireless dedication, love, and leadership our pastor pours into this congregation. From the powerful messages of faith and hope shared from the pulpit to the personal moments of encouragement and support, our pastor is truly a gift from God to each of us.
Good morning, everyone! We are so blessed to gather today as a church family in the house of the Lord. Today is a special day, a day set aside to honor and appreciate the one who tirelessly serves, leads, prays, and shepherds us—our beloved pastor.
In the book of Jeremiah, God says, “I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding” (Jeremiah 3:15). We are truly grateful that God has blessed us with such a pastor—someone who leads with love, wisdom, and humility, reflecting Christ's heart in all they do.
Good morning, and welcome to this very special day of worship! Today is a day filled with gratitude, love, and honor, as we gather together not only to praise and glorify our Lord but also to express our deep appreciation for our beloved pastor.
Pastor Appreciation Day is a time for us to reflect on the countless ways our pastor has touched our lives—through powerful sermons, wise counsel, and unwavering dedication to the spiritual health of this congregation. We give thanks for the leadership, compassion, and tireless effort that our pastor pours into the life of this church every single day.