Sunday, August 19, 2018



Helping Hands

Jesus said, " I am the vine. You are the branches." Each leaf, each piece of fruit, each limb, each vine are all part of the whole tree. Because of this connection, each is affected by the life of the other. One of the things I so loved about John Wimber was his love for the whole body of Christ. 

Here are a few current needs in the body of Christ and some suggestions for helping with these needs.

Many members of our fellowship have recently expressed concern over several situations, desiring to help in some way. Gadsden Vineyard will be helping in EACH situation listed below and is inviting you to partner with us.
  • David Finlayson - I have spoken to Gina. Foremost, they need our prayers, specifically that the transplant would occur in 2018 (they have met their deductible for 2018) and that the donor testing would be completed swiftly. Please pray specifically for these requests. Furthermore, there are and will continue to be expenses before, during, and after the transplant. They are currently having to travel between three different hospitals - one in TN, one in GA, and one in AL. All of the required tasks and travels require time, energy, and money. A GoFundMe page has been established, but a percentage of the money donated at this site is kept for site maintenance. Plus, cashing out is not swiftly done. GVC offers another option. We will be receiving donations on their behalf. Donations can be dropped off in the Sunday morning offering basket, in the bookstore payment box, or in the mail drop. Place the donation in an envelope and earmark it accordingly. Donations can also be sent through the mail or through paypal (be sure to mark the donation button to prevent a percentage from being held out). As this is an ongoing long term need, GVC will be collecting donations as long as needed.
  • The Barnetts - John and Marie's daughter recently died. Both of them have been a blessing to GVC, especially to our musicians and worship leaders. Please remember them in prayer. If you would like to join with us in a gift of love for them, please do so by September 1. The same donation instructions apply.
  • The CA Fires - AVC has asked for prayers and donations for our Vineyard family and neighbors in CA. There are Vineyard churches in the area (all safe) who are helping in the relief efforts. Again, you may partner with us in prayer and in donating to these relief efforts. Please do so by September 1.
Thank you for your prayers and for your generosity. 

God bless!

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