When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
“Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.”
Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.”
The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Feed my sheep. Very truly I tell you, when you were younger you dressed yourself and went where you wanted; but when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go.”
John 21:15-18 NIV Translation
Last Week’s Update…stay connected!
Hi fam (from Crystal),
Nice weather on Saturday. Clouds kept the hot weather at bay. Lots of people lingering after church :)
Logistics
Served: ~90
Last week's leaders: Kenny, Crystal
Next week's leaders: Kenny
Next week's preacher: Kenny
Gifts
Last week's: Snacks
Next week's: Hygiene
Service
Saturday was beautiful! Kenny, Ruth, Bryan and myself (Crystal), all arrived at the storage unit at different times to help either unload items from cars or load up the van. We arrived at City Hall to see a large amount of people in the downtown area whom we believe were Pokemon Go players. Looked fun! It was Vox weekend so several people from the church were out as well as the usuals: Benson, Jeff, Ed, and others from various churches. That's what I love about Street Church, the diversity of the people who come out from various churches and all walks of life. Some familiar faces and some new ones.
Kenny opened us up with great enthusiasm and then Franklin, Nicole and Isis read Scripture to us. Ruth preached a beautiful, heartfelt message. She shared briefly how her day had not started off well due to some news she received the night before but that did not dampen her message. It was clear and powerful. She taught us about finding our identity in Christ. How often do we need that reminder? That our identity cannot be found in our careers, relationships, success, appearance. It can only be found in Christ and Christ alone.
Early on I ran into a woman I met over Easter weekend at 180 Life Church. Her name is Elora and we both recognized each other. I had an opportunity to pray with her and encourage her and she introduced me excitedly to her friend, and as the day wrapped she gave me a hug and we said goodbye. Many people were praying with each other. What a sight to behold if you were walking or driving by and you see groups of people in prayer! I led us in communion and then we broke for lunch.
Bryan made the yummiest, baked ziti with meatballs and had a container that kept it warm. He was originally going to take the day off but couldn't help himself and came. We were happy to have his presence there. What we all noticed is that people lingered. After they ate, they lingered and they talked and they fellowshipped with one another. No one was in a hurry to get away. This is what happens when the presence of God is evident and people are loving upon one another. People want to stay.
I also took the time to alert people of my absence from Street Church as God is calling me to Texas. That is where I was born and raised and moved from 12 years ago. I don't exactly know what is in store for me next, but I can trust that with God leading it will be good. Goodbyes are always sad, but I will be around Street Church for a few more weeks and will likely be back up in October for fall and would love to see you!
Blessings,
Crystal
From the Community Churches
It’s been a long time, but with summer upon us I was a team of one this past week. It was a good reminder of how much Rushika, Anna, Mary, Eileen, Andrea, Karen and the boys add to these lovely churches.
The service was lovely as always when the beloved of God gather, but the Holy Spirit waited until I was packing to heal a friend who has been suffering in silence.
…and they have found community and love here, many years removed from any church community like so many others who simply seem to get lost once they get older and can’t get to church….
So we cried Holy Tears together, and like Jesus was washed by the tears of a woman I was washed by the tears of my friend.
Remember the widow and orphans we serve.
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