Letter from the Church Council
ACC is an international, interdenominational, lay-led congregation. We are united through faith in Christ.
We can all recite these words, which are repeated every Sunday in our service. Sometimes, however, we tend to forget its importance. Of course, the second part forms the foundation of any Christian gathering worldwide, uniting us not only amongst ourselves but also with the body of Christ around the globe and throughout history. Yet, the first part has stood out to me again over the past month, while traveling and visiting different churches. What makes us unique is that we really are an interdenominational congregation. No matter where you come from, no matter how you are used to practice your faith, as long as we are building on the same foundation, there is a place for everyone in this church. While it may seem easy to become separated from one another, we stand as an example of community through diversity.
Of course, that doesn’t mean it always comes easily. Faith also calls us to action. The body of Christ is an active body, and all parts play their role, each in its own way. Often a call to voluntary action follows, but in recent weeks it has been shared that at this point we are also in a slight financial need. Our income is lower than hoped and planned for, and also lower than at this time last year. This is therefore a call on those of us able, to contribute to our community, as it is built on these donations. Our Father will bless anything we manage to support.
Returning to Arusha, I am grateful once again to be part of this diverse ACC community and to be united through faith in Christ, and that is carried on the shoulders of all of its members and visitors.
Have a blessed month!
– Andries Van Eckeveld