Fifth Sunday

After Pentecost

July 2, 2023

Church Directory:

If you would like to have your picture in the directory, please email your photo to Office@HTAJ.org.

A casual candid shot from your cell phone would be wonderful. Please put PICTURE in the subject line and name all the people in the photo.

Hospitality Help:

Have you found an area in which to serve yet? Consider joining one of our many hospitality teams that provide delicious treats and refreshments after our Sunday service. Please contact the church office to learn more.

The Lay Schedule for the Third Quarter of 2023:

which starts July 2 to September 24 is now available in the link below. Please remember to reach out to another team member to fill your position if you are unable to serve.

3 QTR  LAY SCHEDULE
CONTACT LISTING

Rector’s Discretionary Fund:


On the first Sunday of each month, we collect cash offerings for the Rector's Discretionary Fund. These resources are used for special needs within the church family.


Easy Tithe Online Giving Available:

Your faithful giving is appreciated and enables us to continue our ministry. Please feel free to give in person at service or online.

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Fellowship Groups:

Most of the fellowship groups will recess for summer. Please check below for specific details.

Summer Offerings


Sunday Morning Prayer:

Join us for prayer each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. in the fellowship hall.   



 Sunday Morning Studies at 9:00 a.m.:

 

Mere Christianity: Led by Jay Gray, meets in Matt’s office.

 

Followers of Christ Fellowship Group: The Book of Matthew, led by Hayes Howard, meets in the library. This group is on recess but will resume on July 16.

 

Galatians for You by Tim Keller: Led by Doug and Julia Daze, meets in the conference room.

 

Sunday, 10:00 a.m. Service - 2 Corinthians Study:

In this season of Pentecost, we will go through the book of 2 Corinthians during the sermons.

 

Monday Women’s Fellowship Group:

This group meets Monday night in the fellowship hall at 6 p.m. “Pilgrim’s Progress” is the study. Women of all ages are invited, and children are welcome, too. Books are available in the fellowship hall.

  

Wednesday Evening Fellowship Group:

The previous Sunday’s sermon will be reviewed, with additional scripture references and discussion. It meets at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall and is led by Jim and Leah Bradley. Refreshments will be provided.

 

Friday Men’s Fellowship Group and Breakfast:

We grow stronger in our faith together. Come join this lively Men's Community Group, which meets at 8:00 a.m. each Friday.

  

Childcare is available starting at 9:30 a.m. until noon, on the first floor of the education building.


Wednesday Noon:


Come Wednesdays from 12-12:45 p.m. to enjoy a teaching followed by the Eucharist.

Collect:



O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Fifth Sunday

After Pentecost

Scripture Readings:



First Lesson:

Psalm 89:1-18


Second Lesson:

2 Corinthians 2:12-3:6



Gospel:

Matthew 10:34-42



Sunday Live Stream

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2 Corinthians 2:12-3:6 Sermon:

"We Are the Aroma of Christ"


The Rev. Matthew L. Rusch


The service starts at 10:00 a.m. and will be broadcast on YouTube. Please follow this link.

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Print at Home Bulletin Copy & Music

If you would like to print your own bulletin copy at home, please click on the link below. We are returning to using the hymnals once again! For our live stream views please find the link for this week's lyrics.

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