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 A HOLY SPIRIT STORY
SUNDAY, JULY 7, 2024

Church Family... My heart is just overwhelmed and over bursting with something I’m not quite sure I can place. When I approached that homeless woman and her daughter outside the church, I was not at all apprehensive to invite them in to listen to the service. She asked me tentatively if I thought that they would be accepted and there was not a shadow of doubt in my mind about the genuineness of our people to look past outward appearances and be welcoming.
That woman thanked us with her whole heart and said she was very blessed to have been welcomed and accepted with open arms. I know there was a lot of our people who didn’t bat an eye and spoke to her as if she has been coming forever.
This is the first time I have firsthand experienced genuine non biased Christian love to a stranger... It feels so heartwarming and I don’t know... Just know that I am so profoundly proud of all of you and also Chris who didn’t blink when she asked for a ride to the shelter. I know we’ll probably never see them again, And there’s a whole lot to the story that may be blurry, and maybe not even good. I know for today they had God with them, and I can tell that they were appreciative of that. I think this day is going to stick with me personally for a long time. Thank you all again so much for this morning.
Thanks to Galen for helping them inside and thanks to Chris for helping them to the next leg of their journey. I’m so proud of you all.  
It really reminded me of The Chosen in scenes where Jesus kneels and speaks with the sick, the blind, the poor.  Some days it’s easy to lose sight of what it means to be a Christian, but it’s really quite plain and simple.  It’s just moments like that one right there. It sure is something to see firsthand.
(by Nikki Wygle in her own words)
RESPONSES FROM CHURCH PEOPLE:
• Nikki, it is what we are all called to do! It was a WWJD moment and you and everyone else heard/felt the call and did not ignore it!! Praise be to God!!
• Thank you, Nikki, for following the lead of the Holy Spirit.
• Thank you Nikki for inviting them to the church...what a wonderful day
• What a Blessing that God chose our Church family to show love to this lady and her daughter.
• What a beautiful story!

“Let us not be forgetful to entertain strangers for we may be entertaining angels unaware.” Hebrews 13 :2

Where Can I Serve? 

One of the most important values of Raymond Methodist Church is our missions, serving our own community and sharing the love and grace of Jesus to all. Come and join in spreading the good news of Jesus Christ! 

• Christ Pantry
• Community Luncheon
• Lil' Library
• Thanksgiving Give
• Cards From Christ
• Cup Scout Pack
• Cancer Companions

WITNESS BOLDLY

One of the joys of Christianity is the fellowship we have with one another in Christian Community. We are like family at Raymond Methodist Church and enjoy learning and being together. We also love to welcome new friends into the family. Please, come and see that the LORD is good! 

• Women's Circle
• Men's Prayer Group
• Choir
• First Thursday Kid's Club
• Vacation Bible School
• Easter Egg Hunt
• Peanut Brittle

LOVE EXTRAVEGANTLY

The church belongs to the LORD and it is a gift to those who believe. 

We love our church! 

Members of Raymond Methodist Church are invited to serve in leadership. Currently we have 12 members on the Covenant Council as well as the pastor. Members of the council give leadership as living examples of Christian Community and Missions. 

• Dick Sparks, Chairperson
• Randy Williams, Treasurer
• Linda Paver
• Ginny Sparks
• Galen & Vickie Ash
• Dave Thornton
• Karla Wygle
• Chris Eirich
• Nikki Wygle
• Randy Johnson
• Larry Marshall
• Rev. Donna Montgomery