A Communing Member...

This past spring, Regan was in a class with our pastor to learn about what it means to be a member of the church.  We mainly had her go to this class to learn more about what it means to become a communing member but did not think she would actually join the church yet.  But, our Pastor Ross approached us toward the end of the class and said she was really spiritually mature for her age and definitely seemed ready.  We too had noticed a huge change in Regan since we joined our church plant.  She loves church, loves to read her bible, has become more confident, has developed a servant heart, and has really grown in her faith.  Tony and I talked about it with Regan and we too felt like she was ready.  So, she had an interview with one of the church elders and became a communing member of our church.  We took our first family communion together on Sunday, June 19th (Father's Day) and it was very special.  On Sunday, August 28, Pastor Ross recognized Regan and one other child as the newest communing members and presented both girls with a devotional book.  Regan was very excited and has read her devotional every night.  She is also excited to be part of the G.H. community.  At the end of this month she is going to read the sermon text during the worship service and is really looking forward to it.  Tony and I are a little amazed that she wants to get up in front of the whole congregation.  But, God is giving her confidence, a heart that wants to serve and is growing her into a mature young lady.  We are very proud, blessed and pray that Regan will continue to pursue God daily, love Him wholeheartedly and will always walk in the way of our Lord.