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The Next Year Ahead Philippians 1:3-5 – I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. |
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It’s difficult to believe, but it
has already been one year since Lisa and I took a step of faith
to move to Allentown and become a part of Seibert EC Church. As
a matter of fact, this time last year we were still unpacking
and trying to adjust to life in a new city (with
unfamiliar places and people), church, denomination, and role of
being senior pastor. Even though the past year hasn’t always
been easy, when I look back I see how God has molded us, grown
us, and taught us new things through this experience. We truly
appreciate all those who have loved us, embraced us, and made us
and our children feel welcome in the midst of this change. We
are truly blessed to be a part of a church that loves God and
loves people! As we look ahead to the next year of “partnering in the gospel,” we are excited for all the new things that God has in store for Seibert Church! God is definitely enlarging our tents and bringing in people from the community who are in need of the hope that we have found in Jesus. The task of reaching out to these individuals, showing them the love of Christ, and making disciples is not possible with just a small number of us. However, if we unite together as a church in this mission there is no limit to the work that God can do through us to see our community changed with His love. You are a valuable part of this ministry, and we thank God for each and every one of you! Blessings in Christ, Pastor Brent & Lisa Martin
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What We Believe
About the Bible The Bible is the inspired word of God and therefore our final authority for faith and Christian living.
About Our World That the universe is the purposeful creation of a personal, loving, almighty God. That all human beings are made in the image of the Creator and are of infinite worth. That our world is under the sway of sin as a result of human rebellion against God, so that suffering, death and separation from God are the experience of humankind. That without the intervention of God’s grace, this will be the eternal state of all persons.
About God That God is infinite and the Creator of all things, who exists eternally in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. These three (the Trinity) are one in essence but distinct in person. God the Father is the first person of the Trinity and the source of all that God is and does. He is the Sovereign of all.
About Jesus Christ That Jesus Christ is the incarnate Son of God, and through His virgin birth, sinless life, sacrificial death on the Cross, and glorious resurrection and ascension, graciously offers new life to all who receive Him as Lord by faith. He will return to this world, bring and end to history as we know it, inaugurate the final judgment, and welcome believers into His eternal kingdom.
About the Holy Spirit That the Holy Spirit, indwelling believers, gives them a desire and an ability to follow biblical standards of conduct in their personal lives and society.
About the Christian Life That the follower of Christ is to live out his faith in the community of believers demonstrating a life of worship, communion, prayer and service to others. That he should love God with his entire heart, soul, mind and strength, and reflect that devotion in both the church and society.
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Where we get the name Seibert
Evangelical Congregational Church
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Seibert: Named for John Seybert (1791-1860), an early leader in our denomination who was passionate about telling others of the life-changing power of Jesus Christ.
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Evangelical: Refers to our core belief that people can experience a restored relationship with God only through faith in Jesus Christ.
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Congregational: Though part of a world-wide denomination of churches and ministries, each church makes most of its own decisions.
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Design & Content
by Keri Miller