Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The words of Ephesians 4:5: “one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all” is lived out in a unique way at Christ Church. No matter what congregation you may call home, our mission partners are also a special part of the history and calling of this congregation. Through the Health Ministries of Christ Church we are united in a common mission of local service to our neighbors. The pooled gifts of talent, time and treasure are the loaves and fishes of our time, blessed and given to all in need. In God’s amazing grace, together we can do what no solitary person or group would be able to do. In 2006: 9,300 patient visits were provided in Holy Spirit’s Medical Outreach Service 9,000 food vouchers were distributed 1,560 saw a doctor through Mission of Mercy 600 people were provided with their prescriptions 250 people had painful teeth filled or pulled 160 children started the new school year with new book bags filled with school supplies baby furniture, durable medical goods and orthopedic supplies were freely given It was a year of new growth, too: Since opening in February, two babies have been born and nine more are expected through the prenatal clinic We have an active and growing Youth Group. 16 children have scholarships for a week of residential church camp this summer. The installation of a carillon is a soothing balm and gentle witness to the neighborhood. It is also programmed to help kids get to school on time Our historical name was “The Beacon on the Hill” and now the lit Cross atop the steeple has been restored We are blessed to be a blessing! Thank you to all who help make this poor neighborhood so rich! Love, Pastor Jody