How does one describe generosity?  Is it seen in sharing?  In risking?  In stepping into the void of destruction and suffering? 

On Jan 17, our congregation received a special offering for Haiti relief. From our small congregation, who had only days of preparation, a generous offering was made. It came from a variety of sources.  Some who were ill, came to the church at the end of the service, simply to participate in the offering.  The offering was received with joy and immediately transferred to a relief agency.  Now they are taking those funds and converting them into water purification devices for use in the disaster zones of Haiti.

With wonder and joy, I felt a wave of gratitude for the response of our church to a people of another culture who have a great need for the world to step in and be generous.  In the midst of the response, we learned of two sisters in our region, who have been successful in bringing their orphanage out of Haiti for relocation in Pittsburgh.  Another story of generosity in the midst of tragedy.

Personal loss can test our attitude of generosity.  The loss of others, seems to bring out the best.  May we learn to daily live in that attitude.

We welcome all persons to attend our worship services. Scottdale Mennonite is a vibrant mix of people from various traditions and places. Visitors enjoy our friendliness, good singing, and meaningful worship services. We believe that Jesus taught believers what it means to live as God's people and we believe that the Holy Spirit is God's messenger, actively at work in the world today. We believe that Christ taught us to love one another, even those whom we might think of as enemies. This belief shapes our response to our neighbors and to one another in our church and community.

Pastors: Conrad & Donna Mast

Phone: 724-887-7470, 801 Market St. Scottdale, Pa 15683