We love our city.
Pray for Pastor Eric as he prays for our city at tonight's City Council meeting. It's an honor to be asked to pray. It's even better that we live in a place that invites Christians to pray in public.
Jesus said...“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” (John 11:25–26 ESV)
Luke and Whitney
Men and women worship God together differently.
Pastor Eric preached this past Sunday from 1 Corinthians 11:2-16. Although commonly referred to as the "Head Coverings" passage, it would be a mistake to reduce it down to instructions regarding women's apparel. The Apostle Paul is talking about something way more radical.
Our pastoral team will be traveling this week to Gilbert, Arizona for three days of meetings and fellowship with the SGC West Regional Assembly of Elders. Pray God would bless their time and guide them as our sister churches work towards stronger congregations and greater impact throughout the southwest.
One important vote this week is regarding Lucas Enge's nomination for ordination. Although the authority to ordain pastors resides in the local church, our partnership with SGC necessitates their approval. You can read all about how we work together as a denomination here.
The pastoral team will be back Sunday to share reports of all that is going on in our region.
Kelsey is inviting all women to her house for a day of relaxation, studying, and encouragement. This day of quiet is for all women of Sovereign Grace Church who feel like they could use a break, time to preach truth to themselves, and be a little less distracted.
From Kelsey...
I had the idea at a recent small group meeting, when discussing our lives as moms: I realized that I am not the only woman that is tired and is struggling to spend in the word and fellowship with friends outside of Sunday morning and small group. It seems that moms especially have difficulty finding time to themselves, where they can spend time studying and learning more about scripture, and furthering their relationship with Christ.
That's why I would like to invite all women, but especially all our moms, no matter how old your child(ren), to my home on Saturday, June 11 for a day of quiet. A day to spend however you would like, reading your bible and spending time alone, or engaging in a short study with other women.
Saturday, June 11.
No agenda. Just space and quiet.
The door will open at 9am with coffee, tea and pastries and remain open until 4pm. Email Kelsey for details.
Starting Point
Have you been visiting Sovereign Grace for a while? Are you looking to get more involved in the life of our church? Get to know us better by attending Starting Point.
Our next seminar will be Saturday, July 16th, 9am-2pm. Lunch provided.
"For Jesus so loved Orange that He sent His only Sovereign Grace Church of Orange..."
Pastor Eric preached last Sunday from John 20:19-23, answering the question "Why are we in Orange?"