FASHION ADVICE FROM THE DISTRICT MODERATOR
by Christy Waltersdorff
Our district conference theme this year calls us to “Clothe Yourselves with Love. …And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God through him.”
The call of Jesus Christ does not allow us to focus only on ourselves. Faith is not a solo endeavor. Acts 2 tells us that after the eruption of the Holy Spirit, the early church took shape in this way: “All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all, as any had need. Day by day they spent much time together in the temple, they broke bread at home and ate their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having the goodwill of all the people. And day by day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.”
So not only are we to make sure we are wearing the latest in Jesus-approved faith-in-action wear, but we are also called to make sure others are appropriately attired, as well, whether they are a member of our faith community or not. We cannot be fully clothed in compassion, kindness, and love if others suffer without proper clothing.
In keeping with that essence of our theme, you are invited to share with our Lombard community during district conference through The Outreach House. Originally started by area churches to financially assist those in need, The Outreach House has grown to include a food pantry, clothes closet, infant and toddler needs, and emergency financial assistance. They have a simple reason for being: to provide compassionate and effective assistance to individuals and families with dignity and without judgment during the most vulnerable times of their lives.
The Clothes Closet offers new and gently used clothing, from children’s 5T through adult. More than 330 families visit the clothes closet each month. In autumn/winter2022, more than 700 donated winter coats were distributed. You are invited to bring a winter coat and/or hats, gloves, and scarves for children or adults to district conference in November. We will donate your gifts to The Outreach House to help keep people in the Lombard area warm this winter.“
Clothe Yourselves with Love… And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God through him.”
Our district conference theme this year calls us to “Clothe Yourselves with Love. …And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God through him.”
The call of Jesus Christ does not allow us to focus only on ourselves. Faith is not a solo endeavor. Acts 2 tells us that after the eruption of the Holy Spirit, the early church took shape in this way: “All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all, as any had need. Day by day they spent much time together in the temple, they broke bread at home and ate their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having the goodwill of all the people. And day by day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.”
So not only are we to make sure we are wearing the latest in Jesus-approved faith-in-action wear, but we are also called to make sure others are appropriately attired, as well, whether they are a member of our faith community or not. We cannot be fully clothed in compassion, kindness, and love if others suffer without proper clothing.
In keeping with that essence of our theme, you are invited to share with our Lombard community during district conference through The Outreach House. Originally started by area churches to financially assist those in need, The Outreach House has grown to include a food pantry, clothes closet, infant and toddler needs, and emergency financial assistance. They have a simple reason for being: to provide compassionate and effective assistance to individuals and families with dignity and without judgment during the most vulnerable times of their lives.
The Clothes Closet offers new and gently used clothing, from children’s 5T through adult. More than 330 families visit the clothes closet each month. In autumn/winter2022, more than 700 donated winter coats were distributed. You are invited to bring a winter coat and/or hats, gloves, and scarves for children or adults to district conference in November. We will donate your gifts to The Outreach House to help keep people in the Lombard area warm this winter.“
Clothe Yourselves with Love… And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God through him.”
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