Pastor's Note

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A Word From the Pastor, Reverend, Daeil Min

Dear Church Family,

On Pastor Appreciation Sunday, our Sunday school teachers and children surprised me with a beautiful basket of handmade paper flowers. Among the flowers were green paper leaves with messages like "We love our Pastor" and "Thank you for your service." They were simple words, but they touched my heart. I have read them many times since that Sunday.

What makes this gift so special is the love and care behind it. Real flowers eventually fade, but these handmade flowers will remain in my office for years to come. Every time I see them, I will remember the kindness of our children and teachers.

One of the leaves included Philippians 1:3: "I thank my God every time I remember you." As I read those words, I realized they expressed exactly how I feel about our church family.

I am deeply grateful for our Sunday school teachers and children, for everyone who sent cards and kind words, and for all of you who have prayed for me, supported our ministry, and welcomed my family with love. Ministry is never something a pastor does alone. It is something we share together as the body of Christ.

As we enter this season of thanksgiving, I encourage you to express your gratitude to someone in our church. A simple card, phone call, or kind word can mean more than we realize. Our children reminded me of that through their beautiful gift.

I also invite you to our Community Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 22, at 4:00 p.m. Let us gather with our neighbors to celebrate God's goodness and the blessings we share.

Thank you for the privilege of serving as your pastor. I thank God for each of you.

Grace and peace,
Rev. Dale Min, Senior Pastor