A Letter from Rev. Duane Carlisle
Dear First Church and Disciples Korean Church Family,
I’m still riding high from the joy of worshiping together, sharing a meal, and spending time with one another today. I’m especially grateful for the conversations around the tables and the chance to get to know each other a little better.
Thank you to everyone who gave their time and shared their gifts. You set up tables and chairs, organized the meal, brought dishes to share, offered music, read the liturgy, welcomed people, and did so much more. It took a lot of care to bring our two congregations together for worship in a way that honored both, and I’m grateful to everyone who made it possible.
What a blessing to live out Paul’s image in First Corinthians 12:12 of one body with many members. We caught a glimpse today of how much we need one another and how much joy there is in what we can do together.
May our time together remind you that you are needed and valued by God and by both of these church communities.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Duane
