First Christian Church
First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors to join in worship and explore God’s word together, “That we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine” Romans 1:12.
Pastor’s Message
Pastor Gary Whitlatch has a two-fold message this week. Returning to Colossians 1, the apostle Paul speaks of a mystery which has been hidden from past generations. Paul discusses the labor and striving he has done to proclaim Jesus and teach wisdom to every man. The results of his labor is a true knowledge of Christ himself, wherein lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.
After his conversion, Paul endured many years of trials, persecutions, imprisonment, and shipwrecks in his travels. He never ceased preaching the kingdom of God and the Lord Jesus Christ with all openness, unhindered. Revelations to the Jews and Gentiles of his age and ultimately to the churches today, resulting in the knowledge of God’s mystery: salvation to all who believe in God’s son, Jesus Christ.
The second part of the message will acknowledge and commemorate Pentecost Sunday, which takes place seven weeks after Resurrection Sunday each year. Jesus promised his followers that they would “receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.” Forty days after that promise, followers gathered in a house and were all filled with the Holy Spirit. The results of that event instrumental in spreading the Gospel throughout the world.
Weekend Services
Sunday services are traditional services from 9:30 a.m.10:45 p.m. with hymnal music led by Janet Ray and Pat Kogak at the piano. This week, Al and Sherry Parmenter will sing a special song.
Saturday services are more contemporary with Gregory Black leading worship with guitar accompaniment. The service is held from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Midweek Studies
Melli Herrera leads the Women’s Bible Study on Mondays from 10:30-11:45 a.m.
Pastor Gary Whitlatch leads the Tuesday Bible study group from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
The Thursday Bible study group, led by Elder Jack Frost, meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pastor Bruce Humes leads the prayer and Bible study group on Fridays from 6-7 p.m.
All residents are welcome to join any of the studies.
Scripture of the Week
“Now may the Lord of peace himself continually grant you peace in every circumstance. The Lord be with you all” 2 Thessalonians 3:16.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. Those who would like more information can call 562-431-8810.
