Meet Our ELDERS
The following is a personal message from them.
Responsibility:
When we think of our work as elders we think of our grave responsibility. The apostle Paul said, "Obey them that have rule over you, and submit to them: for they watch in behalf of your souls, as they that shall give account; that they may do this with joy, and not with grief: for this were unprofitable for you" (Hebrews 13:17). We want you to know that we accept this responsibility in all seriousness.
Work
Having met the qualifications in 1 Timothy and Titus 1, we know our work in the main is to watch over souls, shepherd the flock and defend households from false teachers and unruly men (1 Peter 5:2; Titus 1:10,11; Acts 20:26-32). Regarding the shepherding of the flock here in Portland, we find that our work and responsibilities are so mingled that we are humbled and driven to our knees in prayer. Only by God's help can we hope to please the Chief Shepherd and Bishop of our soul (1 Peter 2:25; 1 Peter 5:4). In all this we continue steadfastly in prayer.
Our Plea
If you choose to become part of the Portland Family, we will endeavor to serve you, help you, and watch over you and your family. We ask for your sincere help. First we covet your input and advice, then we desire your faithful support and your fervent prayers. Together may we help and serve one another until we are granted a bold entrance into the eternal kingdom.
(1 Peter 5:5; 2 Peter 1:11)
Responsibility:
When we think of our work as elders we think of our grave responsibility. The apostle Paul said, "Obey them that have rule over you, and submit to them: for they watch in behalf of your souls, as they that shall give account; that they may do this with joy, and not with grief: for this were unprofitable for you" (Hebrews 13:17). We want you to know that we accept this responsibility in all seriousness.
Work
Having met the qualifications in 1 Timothy and Titus 1, we know our work in the main is to watch over souls, shepherd the flock and defend households from false teachers and unruly men (1 Peter 5:2; Titus 1:10,11; Acts 20:26-32). Regarding the shepherding of the flock here in Portland, we find that our work and responsibilities are so mingled that we are humbled and driven to our knees in prayer. Only by God's help can we hope to please the Chief Shepherd and Bishop of our soul (1 Peter 2:25; 1 Peter 5:4). In all this we continue steadfastly in prayer.
Our Plea
If you choose to become part of the Portland Family, we will endeavor to serve you, help you, and watch over you and your family. We ask for your sincere help. First we covet your input and advice, then we desire your faithful support and your fervent prayers. Together may we help and serve one another until we are granted a bold entrance into the eternal kingdom.
(1 Peter 5:5; 2 Peter 1:11)
Johnny Morris
(361) 643-3235
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Jimmy Moore
(361)-946-2985 |
Gary Torno
(361)-850-0978
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