March Update

View over Arenal Lake in western Costa Rica, taken during our honeymoon volcano hike.

​"Taste and see that the Lord is good!"

​Jim and I are quoting Psalm 34 to each other after experiencing the bliss of our wedding and honeymoon. We were blessed to be surrounded by many family and friends on our wedding day, and then we experienced two weeks of relaxation and natural beauty in Costa Rica. God is so good!
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While Jim and I were abroad, River Market Community Church was able to serve dinner to mothers and their children at a family shelter in Independence. Our church was overflowing with joy as they told us stories of connecting with families and children that were hungry for love. The RMCC crew prayed with the families before leaving. One woman had missed the parting prayer while she was out of the room, so she eagerly asked the group to come together once more to pray with her. What a beautiful gift to approach God together with brothers and sisters!

Nichole Masters organized the family night at this shelter. She said, "It was an amazing night where we were able to love on people and bring God to the table." Nichole's passion for "the least of these" leads the way in our service events!

In other news we are gearing up for springtime in the River Market. Thousands of visitors and many of our neighbors will start congregating in the many outdoor spaces. Our plans to bless our neighborhood will take the form of donation bins in local businesses. With new items requested each month, community members can join together to meet the needs of others and be a part of God's compassion for those in need. You can look forward to updates on this project in the coming newsletters!