This is a task far too big for one individual. Clearly we need the church of which we are a small part to be able to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. In this reading from 1 Corinthians Paul admonishes the people of Corinth not to be self-focused in faith. An individual cannot give him or herself these gifts. People instinctively know they need the church and that God works through it.
Every pastor gets a constant series of calls.
Pastor, we haven't been to church in years but mother died. You apparently had no need of the church. Your brothers and sisters in the faith, and I your pastor will do our best. We hope you will be here for Christ as we are for you. Click on the Methodist cross to send this page to a friend.