First Assembly of God, East Alton, IL

Pastor Wayne & Suzanne Schaffer welcomed us to share in ministry at First Assembly in East Alton, IL. on Sunday, October 8. East Alton is situated in the riverbend area just northeast of St. Louis. I have a special connection with this church and pastor. Having pastored in Bethalto, a neighboring community, connects me to the church, but you have to travel over 650 miles for my connection to Pastor Wayne and Suzanne. Suzanne's first Sunday School teacher was my Mom in Washington, Pa. The Schaffer's are from southwestern Pennsylvania...my old stomping ground!! It's always fun to see them...and fellow Steelers Fans may I add!!

Pastor Wayne was grateful to take a break from preaching as it was Pastor Appreciation Day. We had 3 respond for salvation and many respond for prayer. We concluded the service gathered around the pastoral staff praying for continued blessing on their families and ministry. It was truly a time of thankfulness to the Lord for providing such incredible servants to serve the congregation at First Assembly.

Thank you, Pastor Wayne and Suzanne!

Pastor Wayne Schaffer

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