Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world
gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not let them be afraid. —John 14:27
As a father has compassion for his children, so the Lord has compassion for those
who fear God. As a mother comforts her child so I will comfort you, says the Lord.
--Psalm 103:13; Isaiah. 66:13
First Christian Church of Trenton is a community that remembers, honors, prays and supports.
The second Sunday of September is Patriot Day, and the Tenth Anniversary of September 11, 2001. That was the day the world stopped and then collectively grieved and resolved “never to forget.” As a church community and as an active, serving part of our city, state and nation, we are a people who have resolved to remember the fallen, honor the heroes of 9-11 and those who continue to serve as our first responders today. We, as a congregation, are also committed to praying for all those who serve us, and to support them in tangible ways that show we care.
On Sunday morning, September 11, First Christian will hold a "First Responders Breakfast and September 11 Tribute." A crew of men of our congregation will serve breakfast at 8 AM for police, members of the county sheriff’s department, the state highway patrol, firefighters & all first responders and their families. Invitations were delivered to all the various departments, but members and friends of First Christian are urged to make the invitation personal by inviting a first responder who is a friend or neighbor. All members and friends of First Christian Church are invited, and indeed, are needed to be certain that every guest is welcomed and thanked for their service to our community.
Then, the “Early Worship” will be a prayer service of remembrance and rededication at 8:45 with all our breakfast guests invited to attend. As a part of that service, ten candles will be lit, recalling the ten years since the attacks of September 11, 2001. Members of the congregation are invited to volunteer to be candlelighters or readers. The litany of remembrance and rededication will be repeated during the 10:30 worship service as well.
Together, we will make this a day to remember – never to forget.
I look forward to greeting you in places where we share ministry together,
Paul
