by Libby Grammer | Sep 2, 2020 | Church Life, COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Re-Gathering In-Person at FBC Martinsville Reopening our buildings for in-person gatherings will be a process, not a one-time event. We are still learning best practices every day, though by waiting a little longer to reopen our buildings for in-person gatherings, we...
by Libby Grammer | Aug 25, 2020 | COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Dear Church Family, As we enter the sixth month of our time physically apart, I am keenly aware of how many of us need connection. Though we have been blessed with technology to connect us in new ways, some cannot always access these tools well, or they simply miss...
by Libby Grammer | Jul 8, 2020 | COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Dear Church Family, Much has been happening in the last couple of weeks! I have three updates/reminders for you today: 1) Coordinating Council has chosen an in-person reopening date; 2) Reminder about a new outreach ministry at FBC; and 3) Reminder about the upcoming...
by Libby Grammer | Jun 24, 2020 | COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Dear Church Family, As we slowly start to carefully venture out of our homes, know that I am praying for your safety, good health, and peace of mind. I know these last three months have been trying in so many ways, but I hope that they have also been illuminating and...
by Libby Grammer | Jun 3, 2020 | COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Dear Church Family, I long to be with you in person. I miss each of you so much, and our dreams deferred are a heavy weight to bear. But I have to believe that we are growing in this season in some way, that God will use this period of rest for renewal in the future....
by Libby Grammer | May 13, 2020 | COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Dear Church Family, I hope our cool weather and beautiful flowers have kept up your spirits during these isolating times. As we enter week 8 of quarantine, realizing two months of our lives have been upended very suddenly this year, I know I am at least grateful for...