It has certainly been an active several months for us at Prodigal's Home. The BIG thing going on this week is a "formal interpretation hearing" with the City of Phoenix... more on that in a minute.
The more incredible thing to me is to see how God is moving through so many people and churches in developing pathways of transformation for both the rich and poor.
Last Saturday during our breakfast and worship service we had over 20 CHURCHES represented at our gathering. I was overwhelmed with the love and support from so many in our community of faith. Lutherans, Methodists, Catholics, Baptists, Nazarenes, Presbyterians, Pentecostals, Non-Denominational Christian, United Church in Christ, and more... all coming together to BE the hands and feet of Christ together in a time of worship and a meal.
It was the first time in a long time I was speechless (yes...it could happen ;)
City of Phoenix Hearing
We have been working for several months with city representatives and neighbors regarding the cease and desist order we received in July 2009. After much dialogue it appears the issue will be decided in an upcoming hearing this Thursday (October 22) at the Burton Barr Main Library Auditorium beginning at 6:00 p.m.
We need for you to pray for those speaking on our behalf, for those we work with, for the neighbors, and for CrossRoads UMC, and the Desert Southwest Conference of the United Methodist Church who have worked diligently on providing a voice for us.
We are grateful for their sacrifice on our behalf.
This is a major issue with serious repercussions for all churches in Phoenix. There are MANY watching the outcome of this specific case.
We need your support and we hope you will join us this Thursday at 6pm at the Burton Barr Main Library (1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix AZ 85004).
We now have a gathering of nearly 200 people each Saturday. Your support helps to bring a meal and a pathway of transformation for all who join us.
I am grateful for you.
Grace & Peace,
Mike Ricker, Prodigal's Home
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