The congregation of the Church is divided into two distinct groups.

The first group eagerly anticipates Sunday mornings. They find joy in worship, learning, and connecting with fellow believers. This group arrives early and often lingers late, as every weekend is filled with a sense of enthusiasm and purpose. They are grateful to have the church community as an integral part of their lives.

The second group, however, is already unsure if they will attend this week. They will join the congregation on Sunday but with muted expectations. Church ranks low on their list of priorities, attended more out of a sense of obligation than genuine desire. This group would be pleasantly surprised if anything particularly meaningful were to happen during the service.

As the pastor, I provide the same program and preparation for both groups. The Church leadership consistently makes plans for every weekend, yet responses greatly vary. I hope and pray that the second group of people will one day become the first, but there is no way to force this transformation.

This weekend, the Church I lead has planned worship, communion, a practical sermon, loving Christians who are excited to see you, and even a baptism is prepared. The opportunity is there for all to embrace. The rest is entirely up to you.