Thanks to a wedding I attended this past weekend I had a glimpse into what a Reformed church in Ashland could look like. Almost 500 people attended the wedding. Most of the families who were present were theologically reformed.*
I could not help but be amazed. What a joy it was to sit and sing praise to God with so many who had a similar doctrinal mindset. It was held in the University chapel, and the thought that we almost filled that rather large venue was awesome. It struck me that if they were all to band together in humble love, such a church would have a incredible impact on the rest of the community. Specifically I think of the ability to fund outreach events, diaconal ministries, and missions. It could staff multiple full time ministers for the purpose of discipleship, schooling, and evangelism. It could host seminars and conferences. It would certainly have more sway over other churches in the area. I would not doubt that it would also greatly influence public policy and shape the whole political contour of the city. The encouragement that I received by means of this wedding is tremendous. It gives me good hopes for the work ahead at Hopewell Church and what it can be. _________________________ *This of course is only counting the Reformed people who are associated with the wedding party. It obviously does not include those who are outside the bride or groom's circle of friends. To be sure, I know of still others who profess to be Reformed in the area and would have filled a few more pews.
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