A family is more than blood related. A family is those in your lives who help you through the hard times and laugh during the good times. That is what this church has done for me. FUMC is my family, my support system, my rock when things get hard.
I remember as a kid sitting at Children's church saying the most random things. Then Vacation Bible School with all the laughs and lessons. Who could forget having Mrs. Judy Reddick for Sunday school, having to memorize the books of the Bible and learning my very first verse John 3:16. Nursery time with Mrs. Joyce were the best. All those little field trips, to the "snack time". Also seeing the children in this church grow up to love the Lord shows me that even at the youngest age you can make a difference. So many memories I could go on and on about. However, the most important part is how I have grown in my faith. Through all the trials and troubles, and all the good times I have gone through my church family is right there to help.
During my high school career I have learned so much through example and Mr. Mike's highly interesting sermons. I would not have been able to be who I am without my FAMILY!!!! My Lord has been right there every step of the way. So has this church, and when I go off to college I will always remember my family. Thank you for teaching me, helping me, and guiding me.
One verse that I learned during my growth here is Proverbs 3:5-6. " Trust in the Lord with all your heart and not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight." I have come to better understand what this verse really means, especially this year. If we trust God then we will succeed. No matter what is going on around us if we put our focus to God we can not fail.
