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I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the

salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gen-

tile. (Romans 1:16)

June 3 was Confirmation Sunday. Nine young men and women

stood at the altar and confirmed their baptismal vows while affirming

their faith in Christ. I'm honored to have been part of it! It was truly a

wonderful experience.

It was also an inspiring moment filled with spiritual lessons for all of us. Here

are some of the lessons we can all learn:

(1) It is good to explore our faith, ask questions and discover what we believe.

Confirmation allowed the students to delve into the history and beliefs of Chris-

tianity. They asked all kinds of questions on their journey. And in so doing, discov-

ered what they believe, as well as gained the confidence to continue asking ques-

tions.

Many of us have never really explored our faith or asked the questions we've

wanted to ask. Yet God is much greater than what we think we know about him and

he is much bigger than any question we have. May we take a lesson from the con-firmands.

(2) Discipleship takes a commitment.

The confirmands spent nine months on their journey. And if you were to ask

them if the journey of discipleship is over, they would surely say, "No." They under-

stand that growing as a disciple takes a commitment. In fact, it takes a life-long

commitment.

This, too, is another great lesson for us. In a world of microwave ovens and

flash drives, discipleship is a slow and steady journey. It is a life-long commitment.

There are no short cuts.

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TSCA held its annual

student-led blood drive

May 1. Seniors Marisa

Bonilla and Cristian

Ponce are just two of

the 27 who volunteered

to help Carter Blood

Care Center provide life

saving blood to those in

medical crisis. Local

Rotarians, TSCA faculty, TSUMC members,

and 15 high school students gave 19 units of

blood that

will assist 57

people.

Many thanks

to all the

participants.

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"The Screwtape Letters"

by C.S. Lewis

Summer book study

and supper club

Meets 2nd, 3rd and

4th Wednesdays

in June, July and August

6:00 pm

The Nelsons' home, 246 N Waverly, Dallas

214-704-5211

Free childcare, Book Fee $10

Prayer 101

Led by KeumHwang and variousleaders

Every Wednesday

from June 13 thruAugust 29

6 - 6:30 pm

Sanctuary Parlor

Ever wonder about prayer? What is prayer (or

prayer life)? Why do I pray? Who do I pray to,

for, etc.? When can I pray? Where can I pray?

How do I pray? These are important questions

that need to be answered as one journeys as a

Christian. Join us Wednesday nights from 6 -

6:30 pm, as we explore this thing called 'prayer.'

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