Pastor appreciation was celebrated in July, the anniversary of the Pastor’s work at Union. Thanks to Paul Mills and the Pastor Staff Relations Committee for presenting a gift on behalf of the church family and for the opportunity for each to show appreciation to the Pastor and his family. Thanks to all who showered the Pastor and Family with expressions of love and appreciation.
Hebrews 13:17 tells us to “Obey your spiritual leaders and be willing to do what they say. For their work is to watch over your souls, and God will judge them on how well they do this.”
Even though we know that God has the final say, the Bible also tells us to show our appreciation for all that the Pastor and his family offers to us. WHY? 1 Timothy 5:17 in the Living Bible tells us “Pastors who do their work well should be paid well and should be highly appreciated, especially those who work hard at both preaching and teaching.” And 1 Corinthians 9:14 says “In the same way the Lord has given orders that those who preach the Gospel should be supported by those who accept it.”
Union, we have a young man and a young family who are passionate about their work for God through the church. You do not have to wait for each July to show your appreciation. Include the pastor and his family in your prayers. Encourage him with a kind word; seek to help when needed.