Last night FHCC hosted its annual "Thanksgiving Day Pot-Luck." Once again we rented out the PS144 cafeteria and invited all of our friends and neighbors.. There was more food than anyone could handle, the place was packed, and the Karaoke machine was abused in all the right ways. Bottom line: the night was a huge success.
But what stands out the most is the LOVE that was experienced throughout the night. I cannot speak for everyone, but I can say that everyone I talked with after the event could not articulate the experience they just had. It was not just a night of good food. It was not merely a night of comic relief. It was a night where the church regular and the first-time guest was valued and involved in the ministry of Forest Hills Community Church. The night was all about Jesus!
Regardless of "why" people initially came, the night was dedicated to Jesus (even the off-key singing and horrible dance moves of a certain pastor). It was His love that brought us there, and it was His love and mission that compelled us to drop our guards, talk to strangers and have uncontrollable fun in the process. Once again, FHCC demonstrated that we are a FAMILY created in and by Jesus the Messiah!
I love this church and am honored to not only be a member, but its pastor. Rock on, FHCC!!