From the Pastor's Desk

Dear church,

Outside, the leaves are changing and the air is now crisp in the mornings. We know this signal -- the season of fall is here. And it reminds us that even in the familiar, God's creation has this cycle of change.

It has almost been one year since I entered ministry with you all. This past year has been one with many familiar signals, plus new ones mixed in. We have navigated changes, celebrated milestones, grieved alongside one another, and sought to be the hands and feet of Christ for our neighbors.

In the coming weeks, as the trees drop their leaves to make room for new growth, I invite you to pray for our community and to pray for where the Holy Spirit will lead us next. I know in my heart that God is near and continues to call us in service to one another.

Yours faithfully In Christ,

Pastor Tom

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From the Council President

I can't believe it's been a year since we got Tom and the Pels family on board. And what a ride it's been. There are been some really thoughtful, subtle and well received changes made by Pastor T - as there should be and more to come!  

Tom started Community Meal Bags and have given out a thousand, yes, one thousand, to people who are in need. The Meal Bags are kept in a bin in front of our church and replenished as needed. What a truly phenomenal accomplishment that is - our church has touched and helped one thousand times. We are small but mighty and getting stronger all the time. I am excited to see what our future is and I hope you all are along for the ride! If you haven't come to church in a while, come back and see what we are all about. The bigger we are, the more we can help and get accomplished. 

See you in church!

Sent with love,

Karen Lanners

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From the Treasurer

As presented in January, we are running a deficit budget in 2026. Through August, we are roughly $29,000 ahead of that deficit. The anticipated shortage is now roughly $34,000.

How can you help reduce this shortage? Consider making a one-time contribution above your regular giving. Invite others to Acacia Park so they can see the good things happening here.

I will continue to update you in the next few newsletters and will post updates on the deficit as well.

Thank you all for your continued support.

Respectfully,

Patti Mann

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