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St. Pats is an independent Christian congregation. You can read more about what makes us distinctive by clicking on the links in the left column, but we can characterize it in one word; LOVE. Come and see...

Scripture Lesson for Sunday

Generally we observe the Christian calendar and follow the readings from the Revised Common Lectionary. You can view the lessons by clicking here. When you get to Textweek simply click on the link below next Sunday's date. To learn more about the Revised Common Lectionary click here. 

The Gospel Lesson for Next Sunday

The MD says you have an incurable disease. What do you do?

The MD says you have an incurable life threatening disease which, if you don't take care of it with injections several perhaps a dozen shots a day, you will die. On top of that you are seven years old! What do you do?

This is exactly what happened to seven year old Katelyn Pool last year. It couldn't happen at a worse time; the economy is just wreaking havoc on the family's personal finances to the limit and beyond. It's the perfect storm all over again.
 
In cases like Katelyn's the only way to achieve balance and stability is with an insulin pump, an expensive ($9000.00) piece of medical equipment that monitors and controls blood sugar without constant injections.
 
I have watched Katelyn during her ordeal. She remains spunky, courageous, positive and best of all she is an inspiration to everyone around her.
 
I invited Katelyn to speak at our church recently. She joined me in front of all those people and told them about her new foundation, the Katelyn Pool Pump It Up for Diabetic Kids Foundation. Katelyn's goal is to raise enough money for five insulin pumps for diabetic kids this year by collecting cans and bottles and recycling them. You should have seen her. She took one look at those people watching her, took a deep breath and launched into her speech. Seven years old! She was amazing! We are going to help her raise that money!
 
Now... what about you? What are you facing today? What ever it is I want you to remember Katelyn all day long. Say her name out loud right now, Katelyn. Let this little girl inspire you. In all that you do remember this, there is a way for you to help make the world a better place. In spite of what is going on with your family, your finances, your personal relationships, your health, you can let your light shine.
 
Be like Katelyn, let the love of God flow through your heart to your world.
 
For more information about how you can help Katelyn raise money for diabetic kids needing insulin pumps call (559) 259-6164

I love you -- Bryan

Here Is What You Need To Do To Get Through Your Day… In 30 Seconds

Here is what you need to do today.

1. Keep your goal, your "big why" in mind and work towards it passionately.

2. Follow your established schedule and don't get side tracked.

3. Keep positive, enthusiastic and upbeat all day long.

4. Accept your failures and short comings as integral parts of your journey and move forward. It happens! Often with a capital SH. No drama! Just move forward.

5. Give back in the form you were given. If money, give back money. If love, give back love. Just give back.

6. Celebrate EVERY little victory. Small step wise progress leads to major accomplishments.

7. REJECT NEGATIVITY in every form. Just don't give it credence.

8. Recall the teachings of Jesus and remember that the Holy Spirit lives inside you…not just for your benefit… but for the whole world!

9. Take small mini breaks to recharge by; being thankful, uplifting reading, singing, befriending, pray, pray, pray!

10. Love somebody. You need to love somebody.

11. Remember: This is the day that the Lord has made, rejoice and be glad in it.

12. Start back at number one.

I love you — Bryan