September 18, 2020
Greetings Greater Fellowship Family!
I pray you and your family are safe and well. We've experienced an eventful year to say the least, yet we can confidently stand on God's promise that He is still in charge and EVERYTHING is going to be alright.
I want to encourage you to remain dilegent in social distancing while socially gathering. Keep in mind, there is no cure for this virus to date and our anxiousness to get back to "normal" could cause more harm than good. Protect yourself and protect your family.
Many of you may be wondering when we will gather together again in the sancturary, that goes the same for me. I will be transparent and tell you I miss being with you in in-person worship and fellowship. However, this time of virtual worship has provided so much insight and I am very proud of the virtual work that has been done to date. With this in mind, I look forward to the day we are able to worship in person as we once were.
As we once were...let's talk about that. I want to set you up for the greatest success and tell you that we will not be like we were ever again. This pandemic will have lasting affects that we will see for generations. I do not think that is a bad thing at all, in fact, I belive it it is a good thing. For example, we are more attentative to humanitary needs ; we have greater concern for our neighbors, if not but just to keep our home safe. In my lifetime, I have not seen this amount of care for others and I believe God is pleased with that aspect.
While we are a part, I still want to stay abreast of the happenings in your lives. Be sure to keep your Deacons updated and also don't hesitate to email the church at church@tgfmbc.org with any family updates.
Speaking of updates, Lady K and I have welcomed Wyatt Franklin Shears into to COVID ladent world on August 31, 2020. We praise God for that! We named him Wyatt, which means "little warrior" and boy did he prove us right! Wyatt was born with his ambilcal cord wrapped around his neck, not once, but twice. He was rushed to the NICU and within an hour he was back our our arms like it never happen. He is definitly our "little warror." My wife is doing very well with her fine self, and I can tell because she is feeling good enough to keep my honey-do list full. Ya'll pray for your pastor.
Please continue to watch our events when they are live. The experience is much better when we all are watching and interacting together. Do not be afraid to comment an "amen" or use an the emoji. It is our new normal for a while, so I encourage you to embrace it.
As you may have noted, I have not preached so far in the month of September and I appreciate this opportunity to break and be present with our growing family. You all know what I say, "take a break, before it breaks you." I will return to the virtual pulpit in October, but until then I encourage you to continue showing up and hearing what God has to say through His sons and daughters.
That's all for now. I will update you all again soon. I send you love from up above and I love you and there is nothing you can do about it.
Because Jesus traded a throne for a tree,
George Shears III
Senior Pastor/Teacher
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p.s. You are encouraged to tune into our LIVE virtual experiences that occur via The Ship each week:
Each Sunday Live virtual experience is purposed to provide encouragement, hope and inspiration! You are encouraged to tune in and invite others to this virtual experience.
Also, you are encouraged to stay connected to The Ship through the following:
Text Updates: Subscribe to our text message updates: Text @TheShipCLT to the number 81010.
Email Updates: Visit our website and scroll to the bottom and click the “Subscribe to Newletter” button.
Social Media: Find us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Soundcloud using our handle @TheShipCLT.
Tithes & Offering: Click “Give Tithes & Offering" button below to give. You can text-to-give, use online giving, send via Cashapp or mail in your giving in to 2422 Ashley Rd. Charlotte, NC 28208.
Family, if you have a need in this time you are encouraged to email the church at church@tgfmbc.org.
I pray you and your family are safe and well. We've experienced an eventful year to say the least, yet we can confidently stand on God's promise that He is still in charge and EVERYTHING is going to be alright.
I want to encourage you to remain dilegent in social distancing while socially gathering. Keep in mind, there is no cure for this virus to date and our anxiousness to get back to "normal" could cause more harm than good. Protect yourself and protect your family.
Many of you may be wondering when we will gather together again in the sancturary, that goes the same for me. I will be transparent and tell you I miss being with you in in-person worship and fellowship. However, this time of virtual worship has provided so much insight and I am very proud of the virtual work that has been done to date. With this in mind, I look forward to the day we are able to worship in person as we once were.
As we once were...let's talk about that. I want to set you up for the greatest success and tell you that we will not be like we were ever again. This pandemic will have lasting affects that we will see for generations. I do not think that is a bad thing at all, in fact, I belive it it is a good thing. For example, we are more attentative to humanitary needs ; we have greater concern for our neighbors, if not but just to keep our home safe. In my lifetime, I have not seen this amount of care for others and I believe God is pleased with that aspect.
While we are a part, I still want to stay abreast of the happenings in your lives. Be sure to keep your Deacons updated and also don't hesitate to email the church at church@tgfmbc.org with any family updates.
Speaking of updates, Lady K and I have welcomed Wyatt Franklin Shears into to COVID ladent world on August 31, 2020. We praise God for that! We named him Wyatt, which means "little warrior" and boy did he prove us right! Wyatt was born with his ambilcal cord wrapped around his neck, not once, but twice. He was rushed to the NICU and within an hour he was back our our arms like it never happen. He is definitly our "little warror." My wife is doing very well with her fine self, and I can tell because she is feeling good enough to keep my honey-do list full. Ya'll pray for your pastor.
Please continue to watch our events when they are live. The experience is much better when we all are watching and interacting together. Do not be afraid to comment an "amen" or use an the emoji. It is our new normal for a while, so I encourage you to embrace it.
As you may have noted, I have not preached so far in the month of September and I appreciate this opportunity to break and be present with our growing family. You all know what I say, "take a break, before it breaks you." I will return to the virtual pulpit in October, but until then I encourage you to continue showing up and hearing what God has to say through His sons and daughters.
That's all for now. I will update you all again soon. I send you love from up above and I love you and there is nothing you can do about it.
Because Jesus traded a throne for a tree,
George Shears III
Senior Pastor/Teacher
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p.s. You are encouraged to tune into our LIVE virtual experiences that occur via The Ship each week:
- Sunday Worship at 10am Sundays on Facebook Live, YouTube and our website.
- Women’s Prayer Call w/Lady K at 7am on Thursdays (701-801-9552)
Each Sunday Live virtual experience is purposed to provide encouragement, hope and inspiration! You are encouraged to tune in and invite others to this virtual experience.
Also, you are encouraged to stay connected to The Ship through the following:
Text Updates: Subscribe to our text message updates: Text @TheShipCLT to the number 81010.
Email Updates: Visit our website and scroll to the bottom and click the “Subscribe to Newletter” button.
Social Media: Find us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Soundcloud using our handle @TheShipCLT.
Tithes & Offering: Click “Give Tithes & Offering" button below to give. You can text-to-give, use online giving, send via Cashapp or mail in your giving in to 2422 Ashley Rd. Charlotte, NC 28208.
Family, if you have a need in this time you are encouraged to email the church at church@tgfmbc.org.