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We are trapped at home sending highest praise over the internet to all the front line first responders and healthcare workers. They are on the front lines and we notice them. We are even super thankful for those still working the drive-thrus because we are overwhelmed with homeschooling, more meals than we are used to making and not being aloud to hang out with our friends. 

Have you thought about all your church leaders are doing at this time to help you feel plugged in to the church body? Our pastors are a bit of the unsung heroes at this point. They are working and harder than ever. 

Cedar Creek Ministries was created to support and encourage church leaders. Now, with Covid 19, pastors and ministry leaders are having to navigate technology in a way they have never before. Some churches are just now establishing their online presence and giving congregants ways to tithe online...literally just this week in some churches. Their jobs are still intense and they are all at the mercy of our tithes for their paychecks. 

Pastors are still:

• preparing teachings
• giving sermons
• counseling
• communicating with church members
• managing churches

but they also have the added stresses of:

• being constantly criticized for every decision
• making sure the tech at church is ready to sustain the entire congregation
• preaching to empty churches with video cameras
• creating extra videos to encourage people who are scared and lonely
• doing other people's jobs to keep others safe and self-isolated

Please remember:

1. Your church leaders need your encouragement too. 
2. Give grace to your pastors as they make difficult choices for your church. 
3. To continue with your tithe whether online or by mail. 

So as you blindly feel your way through whatever new life you are living in the wake of Covid 19, I'd ask you to think of and remember your pastors. Send them an encouraging email or card. Tell them you are thankful. Tell them they are doing a good job. 

Your time and support is appreciated. Keep your faith strong by keeping your eyes on Jesus!

Sincerely, 

Nickole Perry

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This post was written by Nickole Perry, co-founder and Director of Operations at Cedar Creek Ministries.

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