New Moon Celebration - February 2009

Worship began with the sound of the shofar. Soon more shofars, trumpets and a bugle broke through into the heavenly realms. Our voices joined together with a single shout and then we began to worship our King of kings and Lord of all lords.

About one hundred people gathered to celebrate Jesus as Creator on the New Moon festival. Some traveled great distances to be part of this "first". It's always such a joy when the family of God comes together.

Diversity of traditions and cultures was testimony to the growing unity of the Body. Racial, gender, age differences faded as we focused on the wonder of God's love.

With only a bit of coaxing, people began to testify of God's goodness, mercy and love. The microphone was passed around the room as people shared words of encouragement.

Diversity in worship styles was soon evident as well. As for me, I love to worship with flags, ribbons and the tambourine. Freedom and fun!

Scripture implies that New Moon was a special time when the people sought God in worship andsupplication. They worshipped with thanksgiving for God's provision during the previous month; they prayed with confident expectation for His continued provision for the coming month. Thus, we joined in small groups, praying together and carrying each others' burdens to the Cross.

The evening ended with communion as Pastor T. Allen Bethel encouraged us to focus on God's extended, nail pierced hand - as Savior, Deliverer, and Redeemer.

God gives us the same opportunity each month to gather and worship Him on His festival of "New Moon." Won't you join us wherever you are?