This Sunday's Theme:

"Every Day Bread of Life"

John 6:24-35

In-person and Live Stream to Facebook and YouTube at 10:30 AM

Good afternoon Church, 

And the one sitting on the throne said, “Look, I am making everything new!” And then he said to me, “Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.” Revelation 21:5 

Jesus promised us that God is always taking that which is broken, sinful and worn out and making all things new. I remember one of my High School teachers telling us at the beginning of the school year that no matter how good or bad our grades were at the end of the last semester, we were once again all straight A students. Isn’t it a blessing to know that we can start again with a clean slate. That is the power of God’s forgiveness and grace! 

We are busy preparing for some new beginnings around the church and school. This past Monday we had our staff orientation and training session day. That means that next Tuesday morning, we have “Meet the Teacher,” and Wednesday is the first day of school. We will start another year of chapel, teaching the children to know the Bible and some of its most important stories. We are preparing for a new season of the Marriage Course and our Teach One to Lead One team will be gearing up to start in September.  

We will also begin a new Sunday School Year on August 11 as we expand to three classrooms. We will have a nursery attendant for infants in the nursery, next to the Sanctuary. We will also have a Preschool Sunday School and an Elementary Sunday School class. We are still looking for more teachers to volunteer, so please prayerfully consider how you can help serve. All of these new beginnings give us each a fresh start to learn more about a God who loves us so dearly!  

In the meantime, join us this Sunday as we look at John 6:24-35 explore what it means that Jesus said that he is the true “Bread of Life!” Whoever is hungry for this bread, please come! 

In Christ’s love, 

Pastor Steve 

• Prayers for comfort for Jodi Levell and her family following the passing of Jodi's aunt, Darlene Stender, in Minnesota.
• Prayers for a successful hip replacement on August 5th for Terri Yu. We pray that her recovery would be complete and timely, and her REM sleep disorder and Parkinson's will not affect her recovery.
• Prayers for peace and comfort for the Ames family (family of Devin, Becca Person's fiance), following the recent passing of Carl, Devin's dad.
• Prayers for peace and comfort for Brad and family as they mourn the loss of Keenan, Brad's uncle.
• We pray for effective chemo treatments and procedures for Eric Spandenburg, friend of Max and Kristen, who was recently diagnosed with cancer.
• Prayers for thanksgiving that Paul's brain cancer has stabilized and the tumors have stopped growing. Thank you Lord for answered prayers!
• Prayers for pain relief and a complete recovery for Rod Schroeder who broke his arm.
• Prayers for Greg as he awaits his surgery. We pray for guidance for the team and effective treatment, as well as strength for Greg and his family.
• Prayers for Goldie McMahan and family as she continues to adjust following g-tube placement and as they await further plans for procedures.
• We pray for comfort and strength for Tiffani Scott and guidance for her providers as they navigate her cancer treatment.
• Prayers for strength for Katie's friend, Christia, as she began chemotherapy recently.
• We pray for Allison's 3 1/2 year old daughter, Colbie, in Illinois who was diagnosed with cancer and begins treatment in Chicago.
• Lift up Lynley Park, friend of Dean and Lisa Durkee, in prayer as she continues radiation treatment.
• We pray for comfort for Lisa, who lost her father a few weeks ago.
• Prayers for peace and reconciliation between Michael's four children.
• We pray for strength for Rita Semingson, sister-in-law of Chriss and Bruce Semingson, as she undergoes chemotherapy.
• Prayers for Brett Jackson as he undergoes a bone marrow biopsy and oncology evaluation in South Dakota.
• Prayers for strength and complete healing for Will Wartenburg following a bone marrow transplant recently.
• Prayers for Julie, sister of Marla, as she starts chemotherapy for treatment of breast cancer.
• Prayers for complete healing for Zachary, grandson of Julie listed above, as he continues to recuperate after a bone marrow transplant.
• Prayers for continued strength for Alexandra, daughter of Julie listed above, as she is in recovery.
• Prayers of thanksgiving that Jim, partner of Marla, is recovering well after being treated for blood clots.
• Prayers for effective removal of melanoma for Marla, and healing after the procedure in June.
• Hayden, son of Shane and Michelle Grabenstein, battling severe headaches and migraines. He was previously hospitalized, and they are looking for answers.
• That the Holy Spirit would come and fill us and our church with its Pentecost power, love and grace.
• Prayers for effective treatment and healing for Ruby, the 21 month old daughter of Rhett and Rachel (friend of Jennifer Coughenour) who has been diagnosed with a very serious, rare illness, and is going through treatments at Phoenix children’s Hospital.
• Prayers for Ruby's father Rhett (listed above). Rhett is also struggling with health issues-we pray for a diagnosis and treatment.
• We pray for the safety of Pam and Bob Rognlien, and missionaries overseas.
• Prayers for Sandee that she is able to experience healing for her depression as well as other health struggles. Prayers that she would find a renewed sense of purpose.
• Prayers for all young parents, for patience, peace, and overflowing love in their homes.
• Prayers for healing for Troy's brother in Colorado who suffers from Parkinson's.
• Prayers for Carol McNulty, Aurien Preiss' mom, as she continues with therapy.
• Prayers for Bonnie Straley’s brothers, Len and Larry and also his wife, Ann, for healing; and also Daphne and Cassidy for God’s guidance.