Have you ever wondered if Acorn Ministries has anything to do with the A.C.O.R.N. group that's in the news? If so, you're not alone.
The A.C.O.R.N. group found itself in hot water over some very suspect, if not criminal, behaviors. For the record, Acorn Ministries has nothing to do with that group!
Not surprisingly, I have had many people suggest that I should change the name of my ministry to avoid confusion. The truth is that after seven years (our "birth date" is January 2003) I'm pretty attached to the name. Plus, my office is full of acorn-related knickknacks that people have given as gifts of encouragement.
Romans 8:28
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
I believe that God is at work even in this, how to put it, inconvenience. Perhaps as I work to clear my name someone will take notice of my work that otherwise would have overlooked me. Who knows how, but I believe even in this, God is at work for my good.
If you'd like to learn how I came up with the Acorn Ministries name, please check out this link for the whole story:
The Acorn Ministries Name
Lon
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4 comments:
Lon,
I know you have struggled with this issued and appreciate your resolve and resolution. Frankly speaking, we have several large oak trees in our yard and they make me think of you and your good work, NOT A.C.O.R.N.
Keep up your great ministry.
P.S. Have read "Divine Commodity" yet?
P.P.S We need to get together. Did you have an event coming up that you wanted me to attend?
Mark,
You're a tremendous encourager! Thank you!
No, I haven't read that book, yet.
Yes, I'm hoping you'll present your thoughts on "the relationship between strategic planning and the sustainability of the local church"at the Symposium On Sustainability (S.O.S) on February 18-19 at Acorn Lodge.
Lon
Good stuff Lon! Keep up the great work!
Pete Starks
Thanks, Pete! Back at you! ~ Lon
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