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APPRECIATING OUR OVERSEER & THE FIRST FAMILY

“Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching.” 1 Timothy 5:17 (English Standard Version). 

The History Of Pastor Appreciation Day

Pastor Appreciation Day started as “Clergy Appreciation Day”, the idea of showing appreciation for your Clergy, Pastors, or Leaders is very Biblical and can be traced all the way back to Paul’s new testament letters. Paul mentions this idea in a number of different letters that he writes to the various churches.

Paul highlights the fact that our Pastors be considered worthy of double honor for assuming this role in His church and do it well. But, typically with double honor, you can expect double stress, this is why we need to make an even greater effort to celebrate and encourage those in leadership.

Why Pastor Appreciation Is So Important

 

Obey your leaders and do what they say. They are watching over you, and they must answer to God. So don’t make them sad as they do their work. Make them happy. Otherwise, they won’t be able to help you at all. Hebrews 13:17 (Contemporary English Version)

Your leaders are entrusted to watch over the entire congregation, small group, family group, etc. This can be a very overwhelming task and one that can lead to a lot of stress, late nights, and coffee. Leaders have a tendency to serve whether it is within their ministry or outside of the church walls, they simply love to serve and meet the needs of others. Whether it be time, money, meals, encouragement, leaders love to lend a hand. It is important to notice everything that your Pastor does for the congregation but what most people don’t realize is that they are not given back to very often.

They easily slip through the cracks and we assume that they are doing fine and they are getting their needs met. If everyone had this mentality then no one would be giving back to their Pastor. That is why this time of year is most important. We should all appreciate or learn to appreciate our Pastors or Leaders and encourage them as much as they encourage each of us. Remember, your congregation out numbers leadership. Imagine if everyone did their part and served consistently. At the end of the day, your Pastor is still a part of the body of Christ just like us and they should be treated in the same way we treat our other brothers and sisters. 

This is the one time during the year where we are reminded to consider our Pastor and family, think specifically about their needs and how you can personally or as a congregation encourage them.  Source: https://bit.ly/3ag5DEU

Happy 40th Anniversary
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HAPPY PASTOR APPRECIATION 2021

Welcome to our Pastor Appreciation page where you can share tributes, give gifts and learn more about our First Family and how we honor our Pastoral Family. CONGRATULATIONS to our Founders on celebrating 40 years
of marriage and ministry together: October 3, 1981 - October 3, 2021.
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SHARE YOUR PASTOR APPRECIATION & GENERAL TRIBUTES
WITH THE PASTORAL FAMILY

Pastoral Tributes, Well Wishes & Greetings

Thanks for submitting your Pastor Appreciation Tribute(s)!

Tributes

BLESS OUR FIRST FAMILY

The commitment of the leadership and staff at Lighthouse Ministries International is at the heart of what makes us a living, thriving church. They are dedicated to serving the community and strengthening the impact of our church on people’s lives.

The best church leader is a team. At Lighthouse Ministries International, we’re blessed with an outstanding group of dedicated believers and Pastoral Family - The Camerons, who conduct services, run events, support congregants and keep our community on a clear spiritual path. Join us in demonstrating Appreciation for our Pastoral Family with a Love Offering / Gift.

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Send A Gift To: Overseer

Rev. Dr. Oswen Cameron

 

https://cash.app/$DrOswenCameron

 

Click link above or give in app via handle $DrOswenCameron

(in the "for section" enter a description for your donation e.g. Pastor Appreciation)

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Send A Gift To: Associate Pastor

Rev. Cora-Dian Cameron

 

Zelle Account: jacrox4life@gmail.com

 

Send via your Banking app

and in the message section:  enter a description / message to identify yourself and purpose of your donation e.g. Pastor Appreciation)

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Send A Gift To: Lay Pastor

Min. Juanita Cameron

 

https://cash.app/$MissJelC

 

Click link above or give in app via handle $MissJelC 

(in the "for section" enter a description for your donation e.g. Pastor Appreciation)

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Send A Gift To: Lay Leader

Adele Cameron

 

https://cash.app/$AdeleCameron

Click link above or give in app via handle $AdeleCameron

(in the "for section" enter a description for your donation e.g. Pastor Appreciation)

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Send A Gift To: Lay Leader

Phoebe Cameron

 

https://cash.app/$JoyParc

 

Click link above or give in app via handle $JoyParc

(in the "for section" enter a description for your donation e.g. Pastor Appreciation)

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Send A Gift To: Lay Leader

Brian Cameron

 

https://cash.app/$UBSL

 

Click link above or give in app via handle $UBSL

(in the "for section" enter a description for your donation e.g. Pastor Appreciation)

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