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The congregation of
Trinity United Methodist Church of
Lapel was going along with its normal plans and efforts. Members were
following a schedule of events that had been planned and prepared ahead
of time. Shortly before Annual Conference, they were handed a surprise. A new Associate Pastor had been assigned to the
church and in a few short weeks the new Associate Pastor and family
would need a place to live. This may have
seemed impossible to some congregations, but not Lapel Trinity. The
Senior Pastor made a few calls and pulled a team together. He brought
Trustees, a member of the church who was a realtor, and a representative
of the IN U.M. Loan & Savings Ministry, Inc. together to solve the
problem.
Within a few short days, a home had been found and
thoroughly inspected. A purchase price was negotiated. The Realtor
informed the congregation she would relinquish her commission, lowering
the cost. The Loan Fund provided funds to close the deal. This
congregation worked together, with short notice, to meet an important
need.
We thank God that through the Loan Fund, hundreds of
United Methodist investors are working together to minister to the needs
of this wonderful congregation!
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