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Serve
When the
prophet Micah told his people how to practice
faith, he told them to do justice and to love
mercy (Micah 6:8); When Jesus was asked about
ultimate matters, part of his response was “to
love your neighbor as yourself.” Practicing
justice and doing acts of mercy and service put
flesh on God’s love. Caring for others in Jesus’
name in active, tangible ways 1) incarnates
Christ’s presence and heart to others; 2) helps
those we serve in places where they truly hurt
and have need, and, 3) is a witness to those who
are watching from the sidelines about the
integrity and heart of Jesus’ followers. Jesus
didn’t only address the spiritual needs of the
people he met. His was a high-touch, hands-on
ministry that addressed human needs for health,
wholeness and inclusion. The maturing disciple
seeks to serve as Jesus served.
Part of the disciples’
job description is to serve for the sake of
others.
St. John's serves it's
congregation
through the following groups:
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