February Newsletter

Dear Beloved,

Happy Valentine’s Day!

St. Valentine was a priest famous for performing weddings in Rome at a time when the government had made it illegal via a decree from Emperor Claudius.

Like Paul in the New Testament, he stood strong and was put in jail for defying a law against a God-given right. He befriended a jailer and lovingly ended up helping his blind daughter. Claudius came to visit him and told him he could set him free if he would renounce his faith. Just like today: give up something important and you can be free. No, thank you; the truth has already set me free, and the life that I live is to honor my Savior, Jesus Christ.

Friends… this life is fading away quickly; be sure to have your heart ready to go at any time, full of love and expecting Jesus’ return. He said as in the days of Noah, the world will be… corrupt and full of violence. St. Valentine died a martyr’s death for standing firm for Jesus and encouraged many young people at the time to do the same. He wrote notes of love and encouragement and became famous for it, giving it all so that this month we could enjoy a day to honor him by showing that affectionate love. Don’t pass up your opportunity to do just that.

Your "Love Gift" this month will be very much appreciated in taking this "Loving Gospel" all over SWFL and beyond.

With sincere love,

Art Ramos, Pres/CEO