Fort Scott Presbyterian Village
JUNE 2023
Editor’s Note: In a nod to our Presbyterian heritage, we regularly feature a column from a PMMA® chaplain in our newsletter. This month’s column comes from Rev. Richard Russell, chaplain at Lawrence Presbyterian Manor®.
Walking with God Thank You for supporting our Presbyterian Village family The most recent Fort Scott Presbyterian Village auction was a huge success - and will help support our Good Samaritan Fund. We’re incredibly grateful and thankful to all those who joined us in supporting our neighbors and friends at the Village. There were interesting and valuable auction items – lots of furniture, Quilts are displayed during auction. appliances, and collectibles – and the bidding was intense throughout the event. “We were absolutely blessed,” said Ginger Nance, executive director. “We raised over $10,000 with the help of each one of you who donated, who bid, and who purchased items from the auction. We couldn’t have done it without you!” Everyone at Fort Scott Presbyterian Village wants to give a big thank you to Fort Scott and surrounding communities for supporting us for this great cause. The weather was perfect for an auction and we have a great time together. Your efforts support our Good Samaritan fund, which is designed to assist seniors who outlive their resources through no fault of their own, as well as other life enrichment Auctioneer Bill Nance
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By Rev. Richard Russell, Chaplain
I was thinking about a little chorus that we sing at the end Chaplain of our Vespers Richard Russell service each Friday afternoon and the Biblical meaning behind the words and how powerful they are. The chorus says “Depart in peace to do God’s will, walk ever in His light. Christ is with you evermore to guide you day and night.” It is sung to the tune of Amazing Grace. So what does the Bible say about walking in God’s peace? One of the best examples is in the words of Jesus, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” - John 14:27 When you and I find ourselves in a situation where we are troubled or afraid it should remind us to go to our Lord and give Him that concern and ask for His peace, so that have what we truly need. What about walking in His light.
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