“Go and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  Teach them to observe all things that I have commanded you.  And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19-20

We believe that we have been called to use the gifts God has given us to reach unbelievers for Him and to encourage, and build up His Church.

Litany and Benediction

LITANY:

For the acrobats of worship - the heights of joy, the depths of serenity, and all the ways we reach out to catch one another.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

For the juggling of committee life and calendars and agendas,
For the way we keep the balls of music and mission, fellowship and stewardship, in the air at one tome.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

Foe sideshows where our hearts are touched - the weddings, and memorials, baptisms and confirmations, the Christmas pageant and the Sunday School kickoff, and for taking the church beyond our walls.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

For clowning for Christ, and skits, and learning about Christ in Sunday school, for youth ministry and children's sermons.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

For the greatest show on earth, which is in our music that stirs the hearts, gives us courage, prays twice and eases sorrow.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

For orustabouts - the leadership and laity who hammer in the tent pegs of new programs and new ideas, shovel heaps of trouble... and on whom the safety of all depends.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

For the issues of justice where the church meets the world that sometimes calls for a human pyramid and sometimes for a leap through fire.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH

For the peanuts of detail, the elephant of budget, for the unashamed barkers of evangelism, the sword swallowers of reconciliation, and the people tamers of prayer.

WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE THREE RING CHURCH


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BENEDICTION:

May you be blessed in the three rings of your life.
By the juggler of the stars,
By the Ring Master, who is Christ,
And by the Holy Spirit-
Awesome as the high wire,
Intimate as a child's small hand.
amen.  (Maren C. Tirabassi)

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A Few Testimonies

The presentation was fun and encouraging... The gospel message was clear and encouraging. I purchased your book and just finished it. Your scope is broad and again encouraging. May God continue to bless your ministry. I will encourage others to read your book. -Parishioner of a local church

"Hey, I  wanted to say that was a great message in chapel today! It touched something:) thanks for doing it!" -High School Student  

"We are so grateful that you brought your amazing ministry back to our church this year... The Gospel message you bring applies to all!  It is such a positive, valuable work that you do."  -Coordinator of Christian Ed. UCC Church

"There's no questioning it. This is powerful stuff. It's extremely touching at times, never less than entertaining, and I see a lot of sincere love for Jesus in you guys."  -Dwight Lilies, song writer

The Lord has given you a wonderful window through which to present the Gospel!   - Field Director of Alliance Missions to Paraguay

"What a wonderful ministry to both children and adults.  In past years it has been a struggle to arrange programing that would hold the attention of all ages, but also challenge each heart with God's gift of Salvation.  Thank you for sharing your ministry."  -Sunday School Sup't.

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