Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009 was a day of Celebration at Forest Grove!   We celebrated the Resurrection of Christ in music, scripture and meditation.  We celebrated baptism, confirmation, reception of new members and Communion.  Rev Dr James Lepard received congratulations from the congregation after successfully defending his Thesis and, with that, completing of his Doctor of Ministry in Preaching degree.  His Graduation service will be May 16th in Chicago.  After receiving a basket of flowers to plant in his garden, Rev Dr James began a three month sabbatical followed by his vacation and we look forward to his return on September 1, 2009 after a period of rejuvenation and renewal.