"Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the Lord Almighty....." ~ Zechariah 4:6

What does God's Spirit look like to you?

Is it a Dove or Tongue of Fire as described in the Bible? Is it something or someone tangible that we can actually grasp and understand, or something more?

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." ~ Galatians 5‌:22-23

God's Holy Spirit - is God's living presence in us. God's gift to each of us who believe in all Jesus has done for us. When we pray, "Lord, fill me with your Holy Spirit" - God always answers that prayer! How God fills us with His Spirit - is up to Him. But, the evidence of His Spirit working in our lives is listed above.  

We need God's Holy Spirit, and God is very happy to bless us with it. It is the Spirit of Wisdom, and Forgiveness and Love - attributes of God that the world needs.

If we are compassionate, His Spirit of compassion is evident; if we are working towards achieving a goal, His Spirit of excellence is with us; if we are trying to be peacemakers, His Spirit of peace prevails.

Today, take a moment of silence and solitude and reacquaint yourself with God's Spirit in you. Then utilize that Spirit to the fullest as we work towards a better world together. 

Amen!

~ Pastor Denise

We are thankful for your faithful support during these challenging times. Your generous giving has been vital in maintaining our ability to cover expenses and continue our church ministries. You may continue giving in-person at the indoor worship service, by sending your offering check directly to the church, or by using the church online giving feature found in the footer of the church website. It is easy, secure, and appreciated. The Online Giving option is also available while you are watching the weekly online worship service. --- Thank You

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• Theresa Slover - she had a biopsy done on a lump in her neck and test results indicated that it was cancerous. Please keep Theresa in your prayers and hope future treatments are successful.
• Paul German - he is recovering from the flu (non-COVID). Please pray for a quick recovery and that Mary Jane stays healthy during this time.
• Joseph (Barbara’s brother) - he is ill and in need of a lung transplant.
• Guy Raymond - went for a heart explorative procedure and ended up with a stent to address an 80% blockage of one of his arteries. He is doing well but will need to monitor the situation and adjust what he does accordingly.
• Steve & wife (son of Guy Raymond) - going through some family struggles.
• Chloe (Donna Ridge's great niece) - she is now 8 months old and is not tolerating the last round of chemo. She is in a lot of pain and very weak. She is supposed to have surgery on March 31 to remove a tumor from her kidney, but if she is not strong enough, they won’t be able to do the surgery. Prayers for improved strength and a successful surgery.
• Prayers for Ukraine and for peace and for the war with Russia to cease.
• Sue Esposito (Joy’s friend) - is in hospice and not expected to live long.
• Continued prayer for home-bound church members: Rudy Iannacone; Ann Giarratano; Paul Bartek; Dottie Weeks

DeBows UMC is blessed with talented people who love to praise God. We pray for each other and give back to the Lord the blessings we’ve received. We welcome newcomers to join our music ministry and share and grow their talent for God’s glory. Please contact Grayce by email at music@debowsumc.org for any questions or to discuss opportunities to participate in our music ministry.

More information about the DeBows music ministry can be viewed here.

*Chime Rehearsal
--- S‌unday m‌orning prior to 9 A‌M worship service as needed

*Band Practice
--- Tuesday nights at 7 P‌M

* Exceptions to these schedules can be seen in the church calendar. Rehearsal confirmations and/or cancellations are made by email. Please check email for any cancellations before coming out.