From the Desk of the DCBC President

Change Your Trajectory in 2023!

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

— Isaiah 9:6 This wonderful proclamation ushers us into a season of joy, hope, peace and love. Yet, it also reminds us that the birth of our Lord and Savior was just the beginning of the gift. The Advent Season is the gateway to new beginnings. But, like the famed symbolic Sankofa bird, we fly forward with our head turned back to honor where we have come and, with a cherished piece of wisdom, to move us forward. Some of us have opened our doors again, while others have modified openings, and still other are part of a new breed of online churches. However, you worship, the most important thing is that you do worship. When you worship, you are connecting not only with God but with each other. My pray is that you will also connect with your Convention. We are still here supporting, training and providing opportunities for you to flourish and engage with the communities you serve. Find a committee or activity and see for yourself the difference we can make together. This is how the never-ending gift continues to unfold. So, as you pass through the gateway of Advent into your new year, set you heart and your mind to do something new, be something new, and live in the newest of God. Change your trajectory in 2023!

Blessings,

Rev. Patricia H. Fears President of the DCBC Board of Directors