PALMCOASTCHURCH.ORG ------------- FEBRUARY 26, 2025

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Dr. James' sermon is entitled, "40 Days & 40 Nights"

based on Matthew 4:1-11.

“I’ve Got a Secret”

Luke 9:1-9

Who remembers the old TV show “I’ve Got a Secret” that aired on CBS from 1952 to 1962. The show featured celebrities guessing a contestant’s secret. These celebrities would try to guess the contestants' secret by asking questions. Does it have something to do about your work, hobby or something you did in your life. At the end of the show, if the celebrities couldn’t guess, the contestant won a prize.

This came to my mind when we read about the Transfiguration of Jesus. Here, Jesus took Peter, James and John up to the mountain top. Just the four of them. Then, Jesus started to change. His face shone with glory. His clothes became brighter than bright. Brighter than you can ever imagine-blinding.

Then two more people appeared out of nowhere. It was Elijah and Moses and they were having a discussion with Jesus.

Then, Peter, who never minced words stated how good this is that they should build three shelters. One for each: Moses, Elijah and Jesus. By the time the words came out of his mouth, a great cloud engulfed them blotting out the sun. Then a voice from within the cloud said “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him."

Then suddenly everything disappeared. It was just the four of them again. As they were coming down the mountain Jesus told them not to say anything about this until he has risen from the dead. They were complexed and wondering about the statement about not to say anything about what they saw until he rose from the dead.

Could you imagine keeping that kind of secret. Seeing and hearing so many miraculous things I would be busting at the gut. Just to say here is the Messiah.

The question is, how many of us could keep this secret and yet we try to today by keeping our faith a secret. Let us open up with bright glowing faces of being a Christian. Being saved by the Blood of Jesus. Go out and spread the word. Especially this time of year.

God bless you,

Rev. Bill Sparks

Here's a reminder from Sunday's announcement and thank you in advance for your contribution and participation.

This coming Sunday, we will celebrate one year (March 3, 2024) of faith, fellowship, and community as we reflect on God's blessings at our new campus. Please invite family members and friends to our 1st year anniversary celebration at 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

United Women In Faith

Community Gathering

Join us Wednesday, March 5th, at 1:00 p.m. for a Community Gathering. The focus will be on a “Call to Prayer and Self-Denial.” The theme is Bold Women Transforming Communities. Our Speaker is Rosalee Whyte.

The African American Cultural Society of Palm Coast presented its 22nd annual Youth Black History Celebration on Sunday, Feb. 16, at the AACS Cultural Center in Palm Coast. Click here to read the full article in the Observer.

Sunday Bulletin

News Deadline

Our weekly newsletter will be handled by our outside marketing company, Pineiro Marketing Group, starting with the March 5th edition. All information needs to be turned in to the office no later than 10 days before the run date. There will be no exceptions. Please plan ahead and thank you for your patience and understanding as we make this transition.

Knitters and Crocheters Needed

Knitters and crocheters are needed to teach 122 students and staff who are interested in learning how to knit and crochet. If you could volunteer maybe one to two hours to help get them started, that would be greatly appreciated. All the supplies have been purchased and they would like to start the week beginning March 10. If you are interested in helping this group learn a new craft, please contact Clarissa West-White at 386-481-2198 or whitec@cookman.edu.

Job Opening

Join our compassionate team Welcoming All, Worshipping One! We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to work collaboratively with the Church staff to support our mission to build tomorrow's Church today.

This exciting opportunity will be responsible for managing daily administrative tasks within an office environment, including answering phones, scheduling meetings, managing calendars, organizing files, preparing correspondence, and providing general support to managers and staff, requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in office software applications.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter (optional) to cj53jones@aol.com.