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PASTOR GENERAL'S
REPORT
TO THE MINISTRY OF THE
WORLDWIDE CHURCH OF GOD
VOL.l, N0.6
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA
FROM MINISTERIAL SERVICES
SEPTEMBER 11, 1979
Hundreds of letters from members and ministers, expressing their gratitude
for the positive direction and strong leadership from Mr. Herbert W.
Armstrong, have been coming in. It is interesting that God tends to name
things for what they are, because it will require a leader with a strong
arm, and dogged determination to fulfill the commission of taking the Good
News of the Kingdom of God to all the world.
We are all encouraged that the advancement of the Work, coupled with the
growth in the Church and the many recent developments on the world scene,
point to the soon culmination of this age, and the glorious return of Jesu
Christ and the restoration of God's Government on earth! There is no doub
that God is working powerfully with the Church now, and we are thankful
that the Bride of Christ will be ready for His return. Each of us as
Ministers are grateful that God has allowed us to have a part in making
His Bride ready.
The Pasadena Churches have made giant strides these past two months. The
soul searching and personal rededication as God's Church works to make
itself ready, both collectively and individually, is bearing fruit. The
Bible studies have developed renewed interest and Friday Night Bible Study
and Sabbath service attendance have shown a marked increase. The followin�
is a letter received this morning expressing appreciation for the studies:
Just a note to express our appreciation of the new Friday Night
Bible Study format. We find your choice of speakers to be very
interesting and most informative--RE Mr. Hogberg on Current Events,
Mr. Paige on History of the Assyrian Conquest of Israel, and Mr.
Chris Patton on Archeology, and the interesting tie-in with their
expertise with the Bible.
The Church is spiritually stronger now than it has been for months. Many
brethren have made a complete about-face in their lives and are determined
to keep it that way. The overall effect of recent events in God's Church
has been good, strengthening the Body, for which we unitedly give thanks
to God.
I am also happy to announce that Mr. Herbert Armstrong has given his
approval for a number of ordinations, which will take place during the
fall holy day season.
As the end draws closer, let's strive to serve God with all our hearts.
Let's renew our efforts in all areas, vigorously increasing our dedication
to the calling God has given us. Remember Jesus Christ gave all for us,
to the point of shedding Himself of His glory and Godship and suffering
total humiliation, so that we might share Godship with Hirn and the Father.
God expects us to also serve Hirn with all our being. As Jesus said in
Matthew 22:37, "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and
with all thy soul, and with all thy mind." Let's not hold back!
--Joe Tkach, Ministerial Services