We Are Connected
Posted on Oct 10, 2024 by Heather Lewis
Meaningful connection is formed when we bravely share our truth.
Between services that the youth led on Oct. 6, they discussed connection in Sunday school. I’m completely biased, but I think this group of kids is an amazing example of connection and community! I was so proud of their leadership in worship on Sunday, not only their choices of scriptures, prayers, and songs, but also their willingness to share how their experiences as Salem youth have brought them closer to God and each other.
This is not only a testament to their resilience in the last several years of transition, but to our entire church family. Your support of our youth has been constant, year after year. They know that you love to see them assist in worship and you care about how their lives are going, because you ask them. They are excited to be a part of this community. They are connected.
Here are the scriptures they read together:
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2)
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” (Luke 6:31)
“Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other.” (1 John 4:11)
“Therefore encourage and build each another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
“Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. … Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)
May you feel connection in your lives as you encourage others.
In Christ’s love,
Heather Lewis
Director of Worship and Music
Director of Youth Ministry