Persistent Faith at Grace

Jesus tells a parable about a widow who refuse to give up. Day after day, she comes before an unjust judge, seeking justice. Her persistence becomes a picture of faith – not because she wears the judge down, but because she refuses to lose heart. She trusts that her voice matters, that her cause is just, and that God is still at work.

That same kind of persistent faith is woven through the life and ministry of Grace Presbyterian Church. Through worship, fellowship, and mission, this congregation has molded Christian disciples who carry compassion to every corner of their lives. For generations, our preschool, Jacob’s Learning Ladder has served neighborhood families, shaping young hearts and minds in a spirit of love and belonging. Grace has long been a leader in the community – a steady voice of kindness, sharing, and service.

That legacy continues today. Through Justice Together, we’re joining with faith communities across Wichita to make a meaningful impact on the lives and well-being of our neighbors. It’s exemplified in our partnership with the congregation of Placetas Presbyterian Church in central Cuba, as we collect medical and education supplies for our trip next month. Each act of generosity, each prayer lifted, each hour volunteered – these are signs of persistent faith: a conviction that God continues to work through us, through this church, and through every heart will to serve.

Last Wednesday morning, we distributed over 100 bus passes to people who depend on public transportation to get to work, to medical appointments, or to the grocery store. Kirk Anderson has faithfully overseen this ministry for years. That day, one of our regular visitors approached him with a small ziplock bag filled with coins. “It’s not much,” he said, “but I want to help.” His gift was a beautiful act of persistence – a witness to faith that give, even from scarcity, because it sees God at work.

May we all have such persistent faith as we reflect with awe on the blessings we’ve received and discern how God is calling us to participate in this kingdom work. I hope you’ve receive your stewardship letter, and I invite you to prayerfully consider how you will commit your time, talent, and treasure to the ministry and mission of Grace Presbyterian.

See you in church,
Pastor Kevin.