Pastor James’ Blog

      With the new food ministry (Life House Community Cafe’) on the threshold of serving it’s first meal it seemed doomed to the fact that we were going to need to purchase a major piece of equipment for our kitchen in order to use the stove.  The money isn’t/wasn’t there.  Time was not on our side.  We simply COULD NOT use the stove in our kitchen to cook for the upcoming food ministry.  The volunteers got together – planned a meal which they could cook in “crock pots” and the meal went forward anyway!   It tasted great and the first ever meal at Life House Community Cafe’ was a huge success.  The volunteers worked hard cooking, cleaning, washing dishes, serving and simply loving on folks as they came in for a meal.  The crew served 40 people and we believe that this ministry is going to grow, Grow, GROW.  Friday is coming and the menu is planned and it looks like another “crock pot” meal but it’s gonna be great too. We only pray that somehow the residents that come eat with us begin to sense that “Jesus loves you and so do we.”.  Pray for this new ministry.  The economy is tight for everyone and many struggle to make ends meet and a free meal may not “make or break” them but it sure is a nice treat.  Several agencies in our town serve great meals – even some non-profit organizations and most of them charge a small fee for the meal…but we are determined with God’s help and His provision that we will never charge for anything at Life House.  We will  never have a garage sale, fundraiser or any such event that enables Life House to profit off of the community.  We receive clothing, food, school supplies and ect – and it’s all given away.  Freely receive, freely give.  Jesus never charged for anything. It’s not about being a money making business – it’s about being the church and sharing love.  In spite of obstacles – the food ministry moved forward and we saw a VICTORY.  Pray for us, spread the news about the food ministry and come see what God is doing at Life House for yourself.   Can’t wait until Safe Haven tonight (children and youth ministry).  Come experience our kids and youth for yourself.    Pastor James

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