Sunday After Ascension

May 21, 2023

Anglicanism Class:


Will start on June 4, at 9:00 a.m. in the fellowship hall. Those interested in joining the church are warmly invited to check it out.



Passing of Tim Keller:

The well-known pastor, Tim Keller, passed away this morning and into Christ's eternal presence. Here are a few good links that highlight his life and legacy. Please join with me in praying for his family, friends and church.

Practiced the Grace He Preached
Tim Keller Tribute
GAFCON KIGALI

Important GAFCON Bishops' Statement on the Church of England:


[Christ] is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy.

Colossians 1:18

DISCOVER MORE HERE

Recommended Reading


Corrie Ten Boom's The Hiding Place.

The Hiding Place is an autobiographical memoir by Corrie ten Boom, a devoutly religious woman who lived in the Holland city of Haarlem during the Nazi occupation. Compelled by her unshakeable Christian morality, she defied tyranny to rescue her Jewish neighbors who faced annihilation during the Holocaust.

Audio Book Link

Calling All Lay Servants!

We will soon be compiling the lay schedule for the third quarter. Please let us know any dates during the months of July, August, and September that you know you will be unavailable to serve. Please send this information to: [email protected] by June 1.

Volunteer Sign Up Here


The Lay Schedule for the second quarter of 2023

which starts April 2 to June 25 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.

2 QTR  LAY SCHEDULE
CONTACT LISTING

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


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.

 

Sunday Morning Fellowship Groups: 

      Groups meet at 9 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.

 

Galatians for You by Tim Keller: Led by Doug and Julia Daze in the fellowship hall.

 

Middle & Upper School:  Led by Matt and Catie Rusch, meets in the youth room upstairs in the education building. Look for the sign on the door.

 

3rd thru 5th Grade: Led by Mollie Saunders and

Jonathan Cox meets upstairs in the education building. Look for the sign on the door.

 

Pre-K thru 2nd Grade: Led by Cheryl Peek, Louisa Cooper, meet on the first floor of the education building. Look for the sign on the door.

 

Childcare is available starting at 8:45 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, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Sunday after

Ascension

Scripture Readings:



First Lesson:

Psalm 68:1-20



Second Lesson:

1 Peter 4:12-19


Gospel:

John 17:1-11




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John 17:1-11 Sermon:


The Rt. Rev. Martyn Minns


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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