May Gathering and Message

May Prayer Chart

2 Prayer Request Need

Zoom Instructions

Virtual Gathering Saturday 4/18/20. 7 pm

Prayer request for Benjamin Barbee

April Prayer Chart

Prayer Request Needed

Update to Gathering and Walk 134

March CLD Message and Virus Update

05/5/20

May Gathering and ZOOM Meeting

I hope this message finds everyone in your circle doing well. Our Governor announced steps to end the shutdown yesterday and start a path back to normal. During this difficult time, I try to take time to reflect on the many blessings in my life as I am sure you have as well.

In a recent study published last December in Perspectives on Psychological Science, four factors were identified as having an impact on early death in our world – air pollution, obesity, excessive drinking, and loneliness. According to the study, the factor that had the greatest impact was loneliness. To my surprise living with loneliness elevated the risk of early mortality by 45 percent! Over 40 percent of Americans report feeling lonely in the study.

Richmond Emmaus has been that “city built on a hill” for over 30 years and while we all are facing new and unprecedented challenges from COVID 19, now more than ever we are all called to shine the loving light of Christ like never before and cast out the shadows of loneliness. Ephesians 4:12 “to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up”

This Saturday at 7 PM we will be having our second virtual gathering by zoom that will last less than 60 minutes.

Over 80 people joined us last month and we want to see you this month.

Access by: Going to our home page and clicking on the link that says virtual meeting.

You can also join by phone the dial-in number is 301 715 8592 Meeting ID: 804 357 9167

Password: 2020 Follow the instructions to join us ( please try to join 5 minutes before).

Share this message and invite:
Everyone from your walk;
Everyone from your last teaming;
People from your home church;
Friends and Family that may not have walked;
Someone God has laid on your heart to reach out to but you have not in a while.

God Bless and see you SATURDAY AT 7 PM

Kevin Hughes

05/2/20

1 – Pray for President Trump and all of the government officials monitoring the virus
2 – Pray for Governor Northam and those making decisions about our Commonwealth
3 – Please pray for all pastors around the world as they try to feed their flocks and remain connected
4 – Say a prayer of praise for technology and the ability to stay connected
5 – Pray for small business owners
6 – Pray for all who are in the public, pray for safety from all viruses
7 – Pray for all the lost souls who may be searching during this trying time
8 – Pray for the economy of our state and country
9 – Pray for women who are contemplating terminating their pregnancy
10 – Pray for all women, mothers or not, and praise God for the women in your life
11 – Pray for the lawmakers and the division within our government
12 – Pray for those in the hospitals and nursing homes who are not able to have visitors
13 – Pray for families who are separated due to work and/or illness
14 – Pray for those who are unemployed
15 – Pray for our Emmaus community
16 – Pray for future Walks and the freedom/safety to have them
17 – Pray for parents educating their children at home and for the children to be receptive
18 – Pray for children who are living in dangerous situations
19 – Pray for those struggling with addiction
20 – Pray for people dealing with depression and anxiety, especially during this time of uncertainty
21 – Today, thank God for His continuous provisions
22 – Pray for all the individuals needing an “elective” surgery and are not able to receive it, pray for their health
23 – Pray for high school and college seniors as they process the grief of missing commencement activities
24 – Pray for churches around the world and those who are persecuted
25 – Pray for the families of our military
26 – Pray for our military around the world and here at home
27 – Pray for the homeless in our communities
28 – Pray for all people in the medical field and those working in the hospitals, from doctors to janitors
29 – Pray that Christians live like Christ and that others see Him in each of us, now more than ever
30 – Pray for missionaries all over the world
31 – Take time today to thank God for all He has done for you this past month
Presented by Amy Partridge

04/20/20

Prayer Request #1
Kathleen White’s mother passed today after heart surgery. Please keep Ron and Kathleen in prayer during this difficult time.

Prayer Request #2 My 97 yr old father is in the hospital facing his final hours after a massive brain bleed. I am able to be with him and help family members say goodbye via phone. My mom, his wife of 72 years, is in an assisted living facility and not able to be with us, but her faith is strong. He is a faithful, faithful, loving man who will be greatly missed and celebrated by our family. Would you please pray on his behalf?
Thank you!

Melissa Larry

04/18/20

04/17/20

Saturday the 18^th at 7 PM we will have a 30-minute virtual gathering on Zoom. (Connecting details below) We are “that city built on a hill” and need to continue to shine our light in unique ways during this Pandemic. While your first thought might by “why would I want to get on a virtual gathering? I can’t because “insert your obstacles here” …… I ask you to Join and consider the following by joining you will:

Be a blessing to someone who may need to see the smiling face of another brother or sister of Christ
During these uncertain and trying times pause and as Pastor Ryan says “Keep the main thing the main thing”. Worship can happen in many ways.
Reconnect with your Emmaus community and experience Christ presence in a new way ( Where two or more or gathered)

Meeting details

When – Saturday, April 18that 7 PM

Copy and paste the link below to join on PC or tablet or smartphone

Join Zoom Meeting

https://ups.zoom.us/j/8043579167?pwd=YXRQdnNxeEpmdDhkVVYxSDZsTWQxQT09

Meeting ID: 804 357 9167

Password: 885140

Dial by your location 3 options if one fails

+1 646 558 8656

+1 312 626 6799

+1 301 715 8592

04/16/20

Hello Friends,

I invite you to please pause and pray for Benjamin Barbee who is about to undergo an important swallowing test very soon. Please pray that Benjamin will be able to swallow on is his own, if he passes this test, he will not need to have a feeding tube surgically placed in his abdomen. This will help in his future rehab and surgical procedures.

Thank you, prayer warriors!

Jay Carey

04/1/20

If anyone would like to write for May, please contact Rachel Pack rtpack1@comcast.net

Thank You Lord for Your beautiful creation!
Thank You for new beginnings.
For those who struggle with addictions
For freedom from addictions and total dependence on You to fill the emptiness
For those who are grieving
For those who are battling cancer
For healing of the broken
For those searching for Peace that comes only from You
For those who do not know Jesus
For restoration of Haiti
For all missionaries
For upcoming mission trips
For those with neurological disorders
For pastors and their families
For revival of churches everywhere
For our government
For the USA
For military and their families
For those on dialysis
For all caregivers
For Hospice staff
For those in the hospital
For those who feel alone
For those waiting for test results
For those waiting on answers from prayers
For those with financial difficulties
For Kairos ministry
For Epiphany ministry
For all prison ministries
Thank You, Lord for answered prayers!

Offered by a pilgrim on a journey

03/30/20

Hello Friends,

I invite you to pause and pray for Benjamin Barbee who was in a very serious car accident this afternoon and was taken to the hospital emergency room. We do not know his condition, but his parents, Mark and Elizabeth are there.

Thank you, prayer warriors!

Jay Carey

03/13/20

Richmond Emmaus Community,

We are in unchartered territory right now as the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus has become a state of emergency in our Commonwealth, nation and world So, it is imperative that we, the Body of Christ, respond with wisdom and faithfulness and with a sense of calmness during these days of uncertainty and fear.

Pastor Jay Carey contacted me to let me know the Bishop has suspended all activities in the district. See below:

“So effective today (March 13th), ALL WORSHIP SERVICES, MEETINGS, ACTIVITIES, CLASSES AND GATHERINGS OF ANY SIZE SCHEDULED TO MEET AT Bethia UMC ARE NOW CANCELLED UNTIL MONDAY MARCH 23 (Unless, if necessary, extended to a later date for health reasons).

This includes ALL OUTSIDE GROUPS that use our church facility for their meetings and gatherings.”

GATHERING TOMORROW HAS BEEN CANCELED AND THE NEXT GATHERING WILL BE APRIL 18^TH AT BETHIA AND 4^TH DAY TRAINING WILL BE PRIOR. Details to follow.

The board had already voted to cancel gathering prior to this information in the interest of safety for our community.

The UPPER ROOM issued a statement recommending all retreats be cancelled until the end of April. The board reviewed this and all information relating to this situation and made the decision to postpone Richmond 135 to June 4-7 which was the next available date at the retreat.

R135 HAS BE POSTPONED UNTIL JUNE 4-7

God has this! Let’s look at this as an opportunity to add more pilgrims to R135!

I am sharing brief devotion from today as it made me smile and reminded me that even though I do not see this as a “pit” He is in control.

Today’s Scripture

“…He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God…” (Psalm 40:2-3,NIV)

Be a Pit Praiser

When God sees you praising Him in the pit, praising Him in the storm, praising Him in the loss, that’s what He calls “a sacrifice of praise.” He knows it’s not easy and you feel like quitting. When you praise Him in the pit that moves Him in a greater way. Its one thing to be grateful when things are going your way, but when you have a song of praise in your heart when every circumstance says you should be depressed, get ready for God to show out in your life. David said in today’s Scripture that praise brings you out of the pit. Praise when it’s sunny, and praise when it’s rainy. Praise when business is up, and praise when it’s down. David said in Psalm 34, “I will bless the Lord at all times. His praise will continually be in my mouth.” God is looking for some pit praisers, people who praise no matter what happens.

A Prayer for Today

“Father, thank you that the pits I find myself in are only temporary stops along the way to my final destination. Thank You that I can offer You a sacrifice of praise because You hold victory in store for the upright. I believe that You’ll get me to where I’m supposed to be. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.” –

Please feel to reach to me directly if you have questions or concerns at 804-787-4214.

God Bless

Kevin

Richmond Emmaus Community Lay Director

03/12/20

« April 2021 »

[Test] March CLD Message and Virus Update – freakaboutsafety@gmail.com – Gmail

Richmond Emmaus Community,

Welcome to March! Please take a moment to read this entire message as it contains important information regarding upcoming activities and the Covid -19 virus. Before we discuss that, I have to say WOW God showed up in a big way last week at Women’s walk. I am sure he will do the same during the Men’s Walk next weekend. We hope everyone can come and support the men.

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday at 6:30 at Bethia UMC for our gathering.

What – Gathering
When – Saturday 6:30 PM (Note time change)
Where – Bethia UMC
10700 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield, VA 23832

We will be introducing our newest community members from Richmond 134 and introducing the men’s team from Richmond 135.

Thank you all for stepping up and signing up to pray on the prayer wheel. It is completely full. I’m sure all the team members and pilgrims will feel the love and prayer next weekend.

Speaking of prayers, we have a couple prayer request:

>Bill Phillips needs your prayers as he has been on the transplant list for some time so please keep him in prayer.
>In building on our relationship with South Side, please pray that God brings them the pilgrims they need for their upcoming Men’s walk. Let’s do all we can to support them.
>Please pray for the end of the Covid-19 virus.

In response to Covid-19 virus, the Richmond Emmaus board is implementing the following changes until further notice to mitigate any risk of exposure to this or any other flu like viruses:

>There will be NO potluck dinner. Gathering will start at 6:30 instead of 6:00.
>Communion juice will be received in individual cups rather than the traditional method.
>Circling up and locking arms or touching elbows will replace holding hand.

The board will continue to assess the situation and follow or exceed recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and local health agencies. Richmond 135 is still planned as scheduled and similar precautions will be implemented. Please continue to monitor our website and social media for any changes

If you are experiencing any symptoms or respiratory issues, please remain home and know that as a community that you are loved and we are praying for you.

As a community we can continue to pray for:
> All suffering from this and all illnesses
>All providing care to the sick
>All combating the spread of infection
>All who are currently feeling anxious

In this time of uncertainty let us remember that Richmond Emmaus has by the grace of God been that “city build on a hill” for 134 walks and through his grace will continue to shine Christ light for 134 more.

Romans 15:13 – May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

God Bless and hope to see you Saturday

Kevin
Richmond Emmaus Community Lay Director