Dear Friends and Members of Shepherd of the Hills,

I’m excited for Vacation Bible School!  July 6-10th we will host “Tropical Trek” where Jesus Comes to Seek and Save.  We will learn how Jesus came to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10)! As we traverse fun and exciting places, like a dormant volcano and island caves, we’ll discover how God finds us and helps us in every challenge we face. 

VBS needs your help.  Always be praying for the Lord’s work among us here at SHLC.  Nothing we do is absent of His hand.  God be praised!

Second, VBS is part of sharing the Gospel with families, not just children.  If you desire to serve the families of our communities please consider volunteering with VBS this year.  If you are not sure where you fit in please talk to Rebecca (314-420-9423).  If you can’t or are not able to volunteer please consider a donation to help cover the costs of this week.  

Finally, we are a congregation that has been and is poised to be even more impactful for families in Ruidoso and the surrounding area.  Deuteronomy 6:6-7 “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”  Family and youth ministry is not about programing but walking with a multi-generational community of faith helping one another grow in the faith.  VBS is one of our few “programs” that we provide to the community.  The community needs us.  SO…be bold and invite families with young children to come and receive.  Most kids of VBS of years past have come because you personally invited them.  God be praised. 

I can’t wait to spend the week being silly and having fun, all while sharing Jesus’ love with our volunteers, young adults and kids.  Thank God for VBS and SHLC for all the wonderful ways families will be blessed.  

In His Love and Service,

Pastor Rust