CHICAGO, IL (November 23, 2007) – Hardly a week goes by that we do not receive a few comments from readers on stories published as part of the Covenant online news report.
We will share from time to time some of those responses generated through the “comments” link attached to each published story. This kind of feedback is very helpful to our Covenant News Service staff as we seek to identify and publish stories of great interest to a broad spectrum of online readers of this report.
Following are comments relating to recently published stories, edited in some cases for length. To read a particular story of interest, click on the headline.
Three Covenanters Involved in Tabasco Flood Relief Efforts
Daniela Gonzalez of Chicago, IL, writes: Being Mexican, I am very proud of being part of such a great organization as the Evangelical Covenant Church that unites efforts to help others. Thank you for helping people in Tabasco in their time of need. God will bless you. Thank you, people in Tabasco, for putting into practice the Word of God. 1 Corinthians 12:26: If one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.
Covenanter Helps Other Faiths Develop Chaplain Programs
Alan Paxton of Holladay, UT, writes: Chaplain Fisher, although wrestling with the thought of spreading Islam, is also leading by Christian example. Maybe, just maybe, a seed will be sewn in a very dark mind.
Two Services to Honor Memory of Dr. Jerry Mosby
Jose Mangual of Bronx, NY, writes: I love the story a lot. I looked up to that man a lot as a father figure. He will be missed and will always be in my heart and prayers for the rest of my life. I love you pastor. (Pastor used to call me the “mangual boy” … ha ha ha)
Mrs. Juliet Ohore of New York, NY, writes: I totally agree to all the facts that were said about our beloved pastor Mosby. He was a father to all the children in the church. He will go to any length to help any of his members. He was a kind pastor, and loving.
Richard Henrie of New York, NY, writes: This is a beautiful tribute to a great man and a great pastor of a great church. He was a son of the Convent Avenue Baptist Church where I am a member – my sister, Lillian Brown, is a member of the Fellowship Covenant Church. God bless you in your time of loss and sorrow. My prayers go up for the family and the church, because I know he will be missed in both places.
Dona Whitfield-Owens of Englewood, NJ, writes: Having known Rev. Mosby from my baby Christian days at the Convent Avenue Baptist Church, my heart is overjoyed by his accomplishments in the ministry. My condolences to his wife, Sandra, the family and the Fellowship Covenant Church. May God comfort you in the days ahead!
Joshua Sands of Nassau, Bahamas, writes: Excellent coverage on a great man, minister, friend and brother in Christ. The Covenant Church has lost a wonderful support in the person of Jerry Mosby and the Covenant Department of Communications has done well to honor him in this way.
Betty Fair of Bronx, NY, writes: We also loved Rev. Mosby. God Bless.
Vanessa Robinson of Bronx, NY, writes: I attended Fellowship Covenant to hear Rev. Dell Shears (guest speaker), and the love was so overwhelming that I joined Fellowship under the leadership of the Rev. Dr. Jerry Mosby. He was a great leader, teacher, preacher, singer, disciplinary, loving husband and father. My condolences to the Mosby and Fellowship family. You were blessed by having Rev. Mosby in your midst. Peace and blessings to you all.
Judith Dennis of Bronx, NY, writes: I always knew that pastor Mosby was a dynamic person from the first day that I met him. After every holiday service I would ask him what he was going to do next. He would always tell me to wait and see. Rest in peace pastor Mosby.
Justine Williams of Middletown, NY, writes: My pastor was a wonderful man of God. The joy we had with him will be missed. My pastor was loved. He was there when you needed him. My pastor was a caring and understanding pastor. To the family and to the Fellowship Covenant family I say stay strong, because we know God is good all the time. We love you pastor, but God loves you best. You always said that when you get to heaven all you want to see is Jesus. Have a grand time with the Lord!
Mossai Sanguma of Gemena, Democratic Republic of Congo, writes: Brothers and Sisters of Fellowship Covenant Church of Bronx, New York: We are sorry to hear of the loss of our dear brother Rev. Jerry Mosby, who has committed to serve the Lord for so long in New York, but also committed most of his time to host so many visitors from the CEUM (Covenant Church of Congo) of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This demonstrated Mosby’s heart for Africa, but particularly for us in the Covenant Church of Congo. Recently, he was able to host Rev. Kikwiti Corine, who visited his Fellowship Covenant Church after the Triennial XII. We are really touched by Mosby’s legacy and want to express our spiritual participation in all that will be going on in Bronx. Though we are far away from the other part of the Atlantic Ocean, in Christ we are one. The Congo Covenant Church will not forget the wonderful deeds Rev. Mosby has done for us in Congo. He also helped me a lot – he encouraged me to pursue my doctoral studies in the USA. I am really thankful – Rev. Mosby has a special place in my heart. Our prayer for the Fellowship Covenant Church is that they continue with the good work and ministries as he (Mosby) was doing there when he was alive. And for all, please receive our word of condolences.
Editor’s note: Rev. Mossai Sanguma is president of the Covenant Church in Congo.
Teens Share ‘Pink Wisdom’
Marilyn Grenat of Lafayette, IN, writes: Sometimes great things develop from small beginnings. This is refreshing to hear about a concerned adult who is interested in what is happening in young girls’ lives. She cares – who knows, maybe this will grow into a large organization called PINK WISDOM. God bless you, Cortnie Bain, for caring – even for one, let alone five girls. I’m sure their mothers are grateful, too. God Bless Barnes & Noble to offer the spot to meet and for caring as well. Keep up the good work!
Dedication of Nan Zhang Church
Todd Harris of Hutchinson, MN, writes: This is great, good news of the gospel advancing as an unstoppable force in the world by the grace and power of God. I praise the Spirit for moving hearts in Hubei, Taiwan, and throughout the Covenant to renew efforts to reach China for Christ. Jesus has placed before his Church an open door that no one can shut. To God be the glory.
Phyllis and Melvin Johnson of Ft. Worth, TX, write: This brought back memories of the days when my parents, Leonard and Alice Larson, would tell us of their good times and some bad times on the mission field in the 1920s. My dad wrote up much of this in his autobiography for our large family before he died. We have prayed that their efforts at spreading the gospel there would continue to bear fruit. And so it has with a new church in that area. Praise God for all those missionaries.
Church Gets a Head Start On Christmas Decorating
Lois Guertin of Cranston, RI, writes: What a thrill to see the way the Lord is using pastor Matt and Immy! We were sad to see them leave Rhode Island.
‘Paint-By-Numbers Jesus’ Illustrates Body of Christ
Betsy McConnell of Lititz, PA, writes: I love this idea. I am an avid fan of paint by number and I am currently seeking a paint by number of Jesus to do for myself. That’s how I came upon your article – very inspiring. I’m thinking we should consider something different for our next Reformation Sunday celebration. Yours was a perfect plan for helping the congregation understand how working together turns out.
Hang Onto the Past, Or Minister to the Present?
Randall Wilkens of Mount Vernon, WA, writes: I am so glad to hear Covenant Congregational Church didn’t have to choose between their historic organ and hiring a youth pastor. Giving up either would have been a tragedy. As an organist, it blesses me to hear of a church that recognizes the future of the organ in Christian worship. And since current younger generations often seem to appreciate historical connections more than many of their parents, it’s likely that these very youth the church has invested in will grow up to appreciate the organ also.
Older Stories
Occasionally we receive comments about stories published some time ago. Most often, readers come across them while topically perusing search engines or when visiting the online Covenant News Archive maintained by Covenant News Service. We appreciate reader comments at any time about any story that has appeared as part of our online Covenant news report.
Celebration to Honor Retiring Pastor Robert Bergquist
Adam and Jessa Butler of Bedford, NH, writes: We love you pastor Bob!
Pastor: Donate 125 Minutes to Celebrate 125 Years of Ministry
Elaine Clauson of Williams Bay, WI, writes: What a wonderful idea to celebrate an admirable church history with service to the community! And I loved the story of the two little boys going hunting because they didn’t understand Swedish.
Readers Share Their Thoughts
Libby Auger of Chicago, IL, writes: I still appreciate what everyone has done. I and my family are getting along great in Chicago. We miss Ecuador, but sometimes you have to let God take you places.
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