Dear Moody Church Family,   As we begin a new year, I’ve been thinking about our recent journey through the first chapters of Acts in Pastor Philip’s World Changers series. Those stories remind us of a powerful truth: the early church didn’t just talk about changing the world—they lived it.   They prayed boldly. They … [Read More…] January 2026 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” —Acts 20:35   At times, this verse can feel like it denigrates receiving. Instead, I’ve been trying to view Jesus’ words as elevating giving above something that we all understand is fantastic. I love to receive things: food, hugs from loved … [Read More…] December 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? Romans 10:14   “I am inevitable,” boasted Thanos in Avengers: Endgame. Spoiler alert: He … [Read More…] November 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your servant…even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many (Matthew 20:26, 28).   Jesus … [Read More…] October 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family, I hope you had a wonderful summer and had a chance to attend a Summer Seminar! The seminars were a great lead-in for our fall ministry launch. As followers of Jesus, we want to not only know the Gospel, but also “do” the Gospel (James 2:26).   This fall, we’ll return … [Read More…] September 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   Have you ever noticed how many things are celebrated with their own special day or month? August has many such items: National Sisters Day (3rd), Book Lovers Day (9th), World Elephant Day (12th), National Middle Child Day (also the 12th—they don’t even get their own day!), and not to be … [Read More…] August 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family, I hope you are enjoying your summer! As our church nears the end of the fiscal year in August, I want to say thank you and highlight some examples of the impact of your generosity:   In November, we provided over 1,200 shoeboxes to kids in need around the world with … [Read More…] June 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   Summer camps are one of my favorite annual traditions for our youth. Research shows that summer camps often play a pivotal role in a child’s decision to follow Jesus. As a parent, I am also excited for my kids to partake in camps that are fun, done with excellence, and … [Read More…] May 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   As we look forward to Resurrection Sunday, I am so thankful for the wonderful worship service our team puts together each year. The music, the preaching, and the full sanctuary create an overwhelming sense of the Lord’s presence. It is a highlight of the season and always a great reminder … [Read More…] April 2025 Stewardship Letter

Dear Moody Church Family,   Our Global Outreach Ministry financially supports 49 active and retired missionary households in dozens of countries. Through our Key Global Initiatives (KGI) strategy, we have nine partners across the globe in places we can’t easily reach. Our intention is to strengthen local churches and plant new ones. We also have … [Read More…] March 2025 Stewardship Letter