Sunday we’ll be studying Peter’s travels from Jerusalem to Joppa.  As he made pastoral visits along the way God empowered him to do miracles and see many people come to saving faith in Christ.  This movement of God from Jerusalem and outward is the beginning of what we call “modern missions.”  God has always wanted people of every tribe, tongue and nation to be a part of His family.  Thankfully this passion of God has not ceased!  While the access to the gospel message has increased exponentially in the last century, the mission of God has not diminished.  We are still to be involved in the Great Commission.  Making disciples of all kinds of people is our purpose as a church and that passion should not be limited to the greater Greenville area.  Because of the nature of this good news our reach should exceed our grasp.  The only way that can be accomplished is by missions.  We cannot all go but we can all pray.  We are not all sent, but we can all be involved in sending.  We believe missions is still very much needed in our crazy world and we want to join God in His work.  November 3-5 is our Missions Emphasis Weekend.  Watch the bulletin for a number of opportunities to learn about ways you can be equipped and informed about God’s glocal mission.