local mission

​This Sunday we are looking at the purpose of the local church.
If someone were to walk up to you and ask, “What is the main purpose of Mount Eliza Anglican Church?” What would you tell them? 
Many people around us don't understand or know the purpose of the Church and it's up to us to show them and be Christ's light in the world.
Our Mission statement is "To know Christ, To make Christ known".
Our website says: 
Mount Eliza Anglican Church is a community of believers, passionate about sharing the love of God with others.
We believe in the life-changing love of Jesus and it’s relevance in the world today for all people.
We can't wait to meet you!

Is this true of us?

We are to be like local missionaries in our own homes, family, networks, neighbourhoods. How are you going with that? Personally, I am doing well in some areas and feel like a complete failure every now and then. I am grateful for God's grace, mercy and patience with us. 
I am sure God wants us to grow as disciples of Him and make more disciples who will in turn make more disciples.
Next year I plan to be coached intentionally for helping our Church become a disciple-making Church. Next week I plan to read the bible with some new Christians to help them grow in their faith and knowledge of Jesus. 
This Sunday, I'll remind you of what the scriptures say about the local Church and our mission in the world. I hope we will be encouraged and appropriately challenged.
Blessings on your day,
Reverend Tanya