Paul writes in 1 Thessalonians that we “should give thanks in all circumstances”. I have had to remind myself lately that there are things to be thankful for, even in a pandemic.I remember clearly when COVID-19 became real to me and I realized that it would impact the way I minister. It was just a few … Continued
It’s official! My family’s life has gone completely off the rails. Eight weeks of stay-at-home orders, teleworking, hunting for hand sanitizer like it was the Holy Grail, homeschooling, and running a short-order grill has reduced us to utter chaos. If you are wondering what the exact moment looked like when we realized our helpless state, … Continued
THE GREYSTONE DEACON ELECTION PROCESS Annually, in accordance with the Bylaws of our Church Constitution, church members elect six members of the congregation to serve as Deacons for a three-year term. Adult men and women (18 years or older) may be nominated by the membership, provided the nominees have agreed to have their name put … Continued
Yes, we are still gardening in our Mission Garden! Earlier in spring before stay-at-home orders, our children planted two kinds of lettuce, which they had started from seeds. Unable to meet again to plant more spring vegetables, Karen Brewer planted broccoli plants! These crops are growing nicely. Hopefully by harvest time we will be able … Continued
A Letter from our Pastor March 12, 2020Dear Congregation,Since the letter on Wednesday, news of the Coronavirus [COVID-19] and its impact in our community has continued to evolve. As of this afternoon, the Governor and his staff are recommending that all gatherings (including conferences, sporting events, worship services, etc.) that draw more than 100 people be … Continued
At the beginning of Advent, I planted bulbs, two handfuls of paperwhites and few amaryllis. I have been doing this every year for over 25 years. I like watching them take root and delight as they send out tentative leaves testing the air of Advent. All of this in preparation for the big show of … Continued
Through the long days of winter, we are continuing to harvest our collard greens, but spring is coming! Our Mission Kids plants our lettuce this week. We planted two kinds of lettuce in special seed starting tray, and then placed the tray under our grow light. We will anxiously wait and wait for the seeds … Continued
by: Chris Austin Be kind to the writer! Here at the end of the “holiday season”, to have first crack at some words of wisdom about kindness as Greystone reflects on this topic for 2020? Please! And about being kind to ourselves? It’s hard enough being kind to others, but to ourselves too. Please! Here … Continued
The weather is breaking, it’s fall, it’s time to meet and catch-up on everything, everyone has been up to. Won’t you join us for breakfast Saturday morning, October 19th at 8:00 for a Fall Men’s Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall? We will socialize with juice and coffee starting at 8:00 and then sit down about … Continued
Our Mission Kids dug sweet potatoes from two of our garden beds recently. While the harvest was not as great as last year due to hot and dry weather, we still have a nice donation for North Raleigh Ministries. The children enjoyed finding surprises as they dug! Watch in the coming months as our garden … Continued