March 26, 2020
Dear Salem Church Family,
I hope that you are all doing well, or at least as well as can be expected in this situation. This is certainly a new experience for us all, but I find myself wondering how it compares to what people who grew up in the Great Depression went through or what soldiers in the midst of battle go through. It has certainly given me an even greater respect for those who have come through such trials.
What I want to remind all of us is that we, as Christians, have resources that others do not. St.Paul writes in Ephesians 6,
“…be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power. Put on the whole armor of God…so that you may be able…to stand firm…. fasten the belt of truth around your waist, and put on the breastplate of righteousness. …take the shield of faith… the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Pray in the Spirit at all times in every prayer and supplication…for all the saints. Pray also for me….”
I encourage you to read scripture and to pray and to reach out to one another and to your family, friends and neighbors.
Even though we are pretty much confined to our homes, your church and I are still here for you. Please read below for the latest info on what’s happening, and in the meantime know that I miss each and everyone of you and am holding you close in prayer. May the God of all power and love protect you, strengthen you, and keep you in divine grace.
Peace,
Pastor Marjo
