On this final Sunday of the church year – just one week before the start of Advent – we pause to give thanks. United States Thanksgiving Day is not rooted in the history of the church, nevertheless it has become an appropriate time for Christians to reflect on the blessings of a loving and compassionate God.

While Pastor Rob is away this week, we welcome back Rev. Patty King Bilyeu, Associate Executive Minister of the American Baptist Churches – Great Rivers Region.