Westfield Together
Keeping Current
Weekly Update
By Pastor Bobby
This week I have reflected on two numbers: 130 and 50. These are important because they represent the immediate impact we have, together, as a church. These two numbers mean that everyone is coming together for two important purposes, even though we might not all be directly involved. Of course, we do not try only to dwell on numbers but they do tell a story. The number 130 tells a story of people coming together at Westfield twice a month to put together 130 packs of food that go to Mohawk students who need a little boost for the weekend so they don't go hungry. The number 50 tells the story of how many parents and kids were in the gym at the end of the Family Advent gathering this past Wednesday.
These numbers, and many more, are a direct result of the church coming together with generosity, prayer, and time. We may not be directly involved, but our participation in the life of the church makes things happen through the power of God's Spirit. Through that, we embody the meaning of Christmas - God became like us, so we can be welcomed by Him. Because of that reality, we welcome others in word and action.
As we reflect on the holiday season, we have many services planned over the next few days. There is the Blue Christmas service tonight at 7pm which allows us space to grieve and find hope. We have the Children's Christmas program Sunday for our 11am service. We have two Christmas Eve services. One at 7pm and one at 11pm. I hope to see you at one, or all, of these services!