I just recently celebrated my one-year anniversary in this position, so it’s been fun for me to look back at the last year preparing what to share with you today. There are A LOT of exciting things going on in Children’s Ministry. I’ll begin with an overview of the ministry. Our mission is “…that all...
Youth Ministry Update – 2023
Hello Abiding Savior! On October 3rd 2020 (2wks after I became the Youth Director) A good friend told me, “Chris, the UNDERGROUND in your life is going to become the new UPPER ROOM” I didn’t know what he meant until I walked into the Rooted Youth main entrance, and saw in huge bold letters, “WELCOME...
Care Ministry Update – 2023
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 The truth...
Welcome our new Multimedia Manager
Ryan Kroger has accepted our Multimedia Manager position at Abiding Savior Free Lutheran Church. He begins on a part-time basis as he is finishes out the school year as Livestream Manager and Business Teacher at Harrisburg High School, then he will transition to full-time in June. His family has been attending Abiding Savior for over...
The List of One Entry
The List I’m such a task oriented person – I love to rock the lists and look to the next item to accomplish! Whether it’s mowing my lawn, remodeling something worn down to give it a fresh look, or even cleaning the dishes – deep down I feel a deep satisfaction when crossing off an...
Jumping Grace!
“And with great power the apostles were giving testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and abundant grace was upon them all.” Acts 4:33 What a mixture of emotions! In a matter of days, the disciples went from the pits of despair to the heights of hope! Well, ministry can be like that. I...
The Other Side of the Door
Slammed Shut I slammed the door in the pastor’s face. I’d had it. I didn’t want flowers, cards, or phone calls in my hospital room, and I most certainly, didn’t want a visit from the pastor. Hours away from giving birth, I wanted to be left alone. How was the church going to help me?...