It's Been A Great Ride ... Thank You!

Over five years ago, God orchestrated a shift in my "career" and life.  I believe it was based on a decision made 8 years ago.  When you commit to Him, He will lead you in a path that only He knows whats coming down the road.

I came in for the interview in a pin-striped suit and tie and that was the last time I wore that to work.  Pastor Steve and the leadership gave an opportunity for me to come on staff here at Bethlehem Assembly of God over 5 years ago.  God opened this door as a miracle for our family at that time.  Since then, this time, experience, relationships, and memories are lifetime miracles.  To you, I say, THANK YOU!

God placed me here on purpose to hopefully be a blessing to Bethlehem AG and prepare me for what lies ahead for our ministry life. I've been able to witness and glean knowledge, wisdom, insight, strategy, and courage to handle the: "what to, when to, where to, how to, why to, who to..." (and the NOT TO's) of church ministry from my time here. 

This time has truly been a preview for what lies ahead.  It's like when David got to walk thru the king's palace before his appointment.  I learned how a church with a clear vision, and a defined purpose, and a divine dream can serve, minister, grow, and operate.  To be honest, in the beginning, I wished how the churches I and my generation grew up in could watch and learn.  But as the years went by, the Holy Spirit kept reminding me, that He didn't bring me here to conduct "training sessions" but GO from here with what I have equipped you and lead by example for your generation & communities I will give you.  And over the years, He continues to orchestrate miracles after miracles in ministry. 

To all the pastors that I've had the privilege to work for and with, I say, THANK YOU!
To all the administration & ministry support staff, I've had the privilege to serve alongside, I say, THANK YOU!
To all the many ministry leaders, I've had the privilege to help, I say, THANK YOU!
To all the volunteers I've had the privilege to see bless the church, I say, THANK YOU!
To all the board members I've had the privilege to know, I say, THANK YOU!

The past 5 years of serving, working, and learning at Bethlehem Assembly of God has been truly amazing.  I believe and pray that the relationships from here will continue to grow, Bethlehem AG has greater days ahead, and together we will help lift up the name of Jesus higher!

Enjoyed This Ride,

Pastor Cee

Historic Day for Lives & CWS

Over the past month or so, we've been creeping up to triple digits in attendance and on Easter Sunday we had 112 people with over a dozen new people from community! It's great to see faces come in from a simple outreach.  The record attendance is great.  The outreach being fruitful is great.  The teamwork is great. 

But this is worth it ...

Three decisions for Christ and many lives at the altar crying out to God and experiencing the greatest EMBRACE ... from a risen and living Savior! 

PLUS ...

Let me share one testimony I heard from an out-of-town visitor that really sums it all up.  They walked into the church and experienced the presence of God.  The person went on to say that everything about the service and people are genuine and authentic.  They capped it off by stating that as often as they come back to NY, they found their church home.  We look forward to having them there. 

I ask you, are we going to see you there too?  Do you need a place to call home?  Do you need to experience the presence of God that will change your heart, mind, and life?  Have you tried everything else and still left with the same problems?  I tell you that Jesus can save, help, heal, and change you.  I tell you that Jesus is here at CWS because we are intentional about lifting Him high every chance we get. 

If you don't have a church to call home and want to experience what God is doing, we invite you to join us on Sundays at 930 am.  You'll have a testimony to share too. 

Enjoy The Ride,

Cecil

p.s. Thank you to all the volunteers that make CWS a blessing to many lives and many more to come!