Cross in My Pocket

Welcome to The Cross in My Pocket

A ministry of love from Monson Community United Methodist Church

The Cross in My Pocket ministry was started by Richard High

a Monson Church member who was inspired by Verna Mae Thomas' The Cross in My Pocket.

That passion allowed the church to purchase its own

Punch Press and Dies to produce the Pocket Cross that we hand out.

We previously would purchase each of the cross's we handed out.

But when we were no longer able to buy them, we decided to make our own cross.

We will send a free cross to all who request one.

We will send them anywhere in the world.

Please feel free to request your free cross below.

To Order your free Cross in my pocket*, click here

1 Free Cross per address and household!

For additional Cross in My Pockets, please contact us via e-mail - thecrossinmypocket@monsonchurch.com

Or by clicking on this email request form : The Cross in My Pocket

THE CROSS A SYMBOL OF LOVE

I carry this cross around to know that Christ is near

A little reminder of the life he gave to the people he held dear

I could have lovely diamonds or pearls but it wouldn’t be the same

They are a thing of beauty but the savior knows my name

I don’t want to flaunt this cross but be a token of simple wear

And if you ask why I present this Christian symbol I will tell you how I care

The blue skies we wake to each morning and the sunshine so bright

Our gift of life once again through the heaven’s almighty light

Remembering the cross giving us a forgiven glance

Of our savior suffering giving us a second chance

So I keep my cross in my pocket for me alone to praise

But if you wish to share my faith feel free to come my way.

Written by Beverly Bucher © 2007

WHEN I SAY, "I AM A CHRISTIAN"

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I'm not shouting, "I’ve been saved!"

I'm whispering, "I get lost!

That's why I chose this way"

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I don't speak with human pride

I'm confessing that I stumble—

Needing God to be my guide

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I'm not trying to be strong

I'm professing that I'm weak

And pray for strength to carry on

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I'm not bragging of success

I'm admitting that I've failed

And cannot ever pay the debt

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I don't think I know it all

I submit to my confusion

Asking humbly to be taught

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I'm not claiming to be perfect

My flaws are all too visible

But God believes I'm worth it

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I still feel the sting of pain

I have my share of heartache,

Which is why I seek His name

When I say, "I am a Christian"

I do not wish to judge

I have no authority...

I only know I'm loved

Used by Permission

Copyright 1988 Carol Wimmer

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