“What if there was a ministry at church that did nothing but send cards?” my husband, Ed, asked at breakfast. “It would be a great way for older, less mobile members to be involved again.” Our friend Katherine had just passed away. At her funeral, her son had told us that though she couldn’t get out much, she stayed connected to our Latrobe Presbyterian Church family by sending cards.
The board of deacons gave Ed and me the go-ahead for what we called the Caring Christians Ministry. Within two weeks, nine people joined us. A former Marine said she’d embellish the cards with flowers and Scripture. Sending cards and praying from home was perfect for a retired policeman and minister.
Congregants donated cards and stamps. Our pastors gave us the names of people who might appreciate cards and prayers. Eight years later, there are 18 of us sending cards every week to fellow congregants and their loved ones around the world. We’re staying connected indeed.
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