by Jeff Kephart | Mar 31, 2020 | COVID-19 Pastor Updates
Let me begin by again thanking all of you for your partnership in ministry and your leadership through the latest virus challenges. I am asking God that the Psalm 34:4 testimony will be freshly proven in the midst of these trials: “I sought the LORD, and he answered...
by Jeff Kephart | Mar 28, 2020 | COVID-19 Pastor Updates
As you continue to seek God’s wisdom for next steps, know that I am praying for all of us to see God’s guidance displayed, his creativity poured out, and his sustaining peace and strength delivered to each of us. First, please find attached a letter from me to our...
by Jeff Kephart | Mar 24, 2020 | COVID-19 Pastor Updates
One of the big challenges of this COVID-19 situation is how to maintain giving patterns in the absence of the traditional Sunday morning gathering. I would encourage all of you to address the issue with your congregation members through email, text, or in your...
by Jeff Kephart | Mar 20, 2020 | COVID-19 Pastor Updates
As we navigate the continuing challenges of this ever-changing COVID-19 situation, I want to pass on my appreciation to all of you who have worked so hard to make adjustments “on the fly” to serve your congregations while shielding your at-risk congregants. From...
by Jeff Kephart | Mar 18, 2020 | COVID-19 Pastor Updates
I’ve gathered a few resource links in one email for reference should you find it helpful. Continue to pray for God’s glory to be displayed, for wisdom for church leaders, and for shielding for our most vulnerable congregation members. Blessings as you serve Jesus,...
by Jeff Kephart | Mar 3, 2020 | COVID-19 Pastor Updates
The Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has thrown American life, and specifically Ohio life, into disarray over the last several days and especially the last 48 hours. This situation is challenging all of us, given the uncertainty surrounding this new virus and how to best...
