As a child growing up in Bluewell, WV, I remember my mother getting me and my sisters and brothers ready for church on Sundays, as well as for the Wednesday night service. My mother was a founding member of Bluewell United Methodist Church (BUMC) and her family attended regularly and sat in the same pew each Sunday. My mom sang in the church choir, taught a number of children and adult classes, and was a member of the women's circle. We were faithful church members of the BUMC. The Rev. John Mendez was our pastor. We lived on a hill in Bluewell, WV, and could see the church from our house.
At my brother Donald's funeral last year, a former neighbor and church member said, "I can remember looking up and seeing the Vasvary family coming down the hill all dressed for church on Sunday". Yes, I remember that so well, we would have a line of kids going down the hill. Most of the time it would be all the seven girls, and sometimes one of the four older boys would go with us.
Today, I attend the Lewisburg United Methodist Church (LUMC) located in Lewisburg, West Virginia . My husband and I joined the church in 2007. We had attended some of the churches in the area before joining LUMC. What we found at LUMC were two great pastors, Rev. Dr. Joseph "Joe" S. Kenaston, Senior Pastor, and Rev. Jeffrey C. Kanode, Associate Pastor.
What I like are the three services. On Saturday night at 6:00 p.m. a service is held by Rev. Kanode. Attendees can enjoy a meal and socialize before service. Two weeks ago, I attended a Saturday night service since I would not be able to attend the regular Sunday morning service. It was indeed very nice with around 30 in attendance. After talking with some of the members, I thought what a great idea and a great way to socialize and meet other church members.
I especially like the Sunday morning service at LUMC, both pastors participate in the service, and the church is filled to capacity. I am looking forward to meeting many more of the members. And, I am excited about sharing God's love with my new church family.
I know my mom and dad would have loved this church with the service and the many different activities for all ages. I think of them each time I attend church. I remember well...my mother's singing, teaching, and attending church with my family. Now, as an adult when I go to church I think of my childhood days when we walked to church.
My husband, Claude, and I are embracing this next chapter in our life because God told us that we will part from our teaching, but we would return to them later in life. Proverbs 22:6 We have indeed !!!
Walking to church to hear the word of God and sing his praise. Yes I remember when...........
