At the start of Advent, I’d like to start off December’s letter with a prophecy out of
Isaiah chapter 9:4 & 6. 4You have SHATTERED the yoke that burdens them. The bar across their shoulders, the rod of their oppressor. 6For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called WONDERFUL COUNSELOR, MIGHTY GOD, EVERLASTING FATHER, PRINCE OF PEACE. This verse should ring through all of our hearts as we hear its truth proclaimed to this nation and the entire world! It’s exciting and truly a blessing to know that Jesus has come to shatter the yoke of slavery and call those whom are His, friends. May we turn to the author, healer and the perfecter of our faith Jesus Christ and fix our eyes on Him solely throughout this Christmas season and New Year as we let His light shine!
I want to offer a praise of Thanksgiving for all of you my faithful supporters with the Lord’s ministry. Your fervent prayers and financial support have blessed our family increasingly. The Lord is directing us in areas unknown to us but we are certainly willing to go where He leads. Youth in the West End are being reached and comforted with the gospel of Christ’s saving love. His Spirit is evident and very near; in meeting kids through out the week I see His hand move even greater than the last. I’m greatly encouraged in seeing this because I know that the Lord is in totally in control and has a greater plan! God is more than we notice sometimes. He’s always there no matter what the situation, no matter the lack of wisdom or even the face of fear. Praise God for His sovereignty, compassion, great mercy and favor.
An upcoming event just around the corner on January 7th-9th is Erie’s Snow Camp AKA X-treme Escape! The kids usually never miss it because it’s a great opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus to them whether they understand His love or deny it. A lot of youth just need a place to honestly just get away for awhile and meet God by His Holy Spirit in a special way. The leaders are doing the main speaking and small group topics for the weekend along with small humorous skits so please keep everyone of us in your prayers. Volunteers are still needed greatly over the course of the year especially to our main winter and spring camps. If at all interested or if you believe God is calling you into volunteer youth ministry please feel free to give me a call at 922-3125 home or 768-8650 cell. Also thanks to those of you that called about donating snacks to the youth for evening meetings It’s appreciated.
We’re also looking to purchase a 15 passenger van with reasonable mileage for youth transportation so if anyone has a clue where we might be able to find one used please let us know at the phone numbers above. The West End Center Is the communities greatest outreach as we’ve been given permission along with keys to use not only the gym but also the recreation room upstairs. We’re meeting now Monday nights again at 4:00pm to 5:30 pm at the WE Youth Center, snacks such as baked goods or store items are always welcomed. May you be the light of Christ that pierces the darkness as you shine this Christmas season to the lost world that we live in. Have a meaningful, joyful and blessed Christmas worshiping the Savior Jesus Christ our Lord!
In His arms, Shawn A. Hoffmaster
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