Live Event

By Ashley Gonzalez

New church invites new members and mothers to join in the fun on Mother's Day.

Emmanuel Christian Fellowship Church, while large in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is relatively new to the Orlando area. It began as a small group of people and is growing by the minute.

On May 11 this small group of people held a larger than life ceremony to celebrate Mother's Day as well as new beginnings for their church.

There was a special blessing given to each mother by pastor Angel. New members were also announced and welcomed in the church.

The small church, having recently been remodeled, is sending a message that simply expresses that living life to the fullest while being an active member in God's Kingdom is the main goal. The focus is not on heaven or hell or where new members have been or are going. There is always room for new beginnings.

Pastor Angel, at one point in service, said "It is okay to mourn for mother's that could not be here with us today, in this room, but I know that she has never really left me."

Pastor Adaliz also stated, at the beginning of the service, "I thank the Lord for my wonderful family. There is a reason why we are all here today. There is no mistake. We were all called to be here and celebrate this day together. Amen."

Denise Gonzalez, a new member and mother, immediately following service said, "I like this church." There were tears in her eyes as she made the simple statement.

Everyone who attended the service had a good time. There were refreshments, food, cake and live music following the service. New members are always welcome.

For more information on this new church feel free to email me at yelhsa_112@yahoo.com