Session Notes - July 2025

 

The APC Session held its regular monthly meeting on June 19, 2025. We began with a time of study, reflecting together on Emotionally Healthy Discipleship. A key takeaway from our discussion was this important truth: for the Church to grow in maturity, each of us must pursue our own spiritual growth. It's a reminder to us all that healthy discipleship begins with personal transformation.

Our prayer time focused on lifting up the many physical needs within our congregation. We continue to pray for healing and strength for those facing health challenges, trusting in God's sustaining grace.

We’re grateful for APC's generous participation in the outreach offering collected during the month of May. Your faithful giving is helping extend Christ’s love beyond our walls.

Session also approved the purchase of a Blackstone Grill, which we look forward to enjoying together during upcoming fellowship events—including church picnics and Vacation Bible School. Good food and joyful fellowship go hand in hand!

Finally, we discussed preparations for hosting the upcoming September meeting of the Presbytery. The committee continues to make strong progress, and we’re excited to welcome fellow churches to APC for this important gathering.

                                         Ray Jenks for the Session

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