First Christian Church
In this season, as Christians celebrate the birth of the savior, the pastors at First Christian Church extend an invitation to those seeking to honor the birth of the babe born in a manger. Throughout December, Christmas songs are sung with enthusiasm and joyfulness.
Pastor’s Message
Starting this weekend, Associate Pastor Gary Whitlatch will embark on a journey into the writings of the Apostle Paul to his beloved son in the faith Timothy. Timothy traveled with Paul and helped establish churches. The church in Ephesus was where Timothy served. First Timothy is written to a pastor. It is what the Holy Spirit through Paul is admonishing Timothy to do for the church. Christ’s followers can accomplish much by following Paul’s example and be found faithful in actions in and out of the church. First Timothy 1:5 sets the tone for the words to come, “But the goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.” Paul goes on to remind Timothy how important the witness of people of faith is to believers and unbelievers. The reminders from Paul to Timothy are just as relevant to churches today as they were at the time of the writing of 1Timothy in 62 A.D.
Weekend Services
Sunday services, from 9:30-10:45 a.m., are traditional with hymnal music led by Janet Ray with Pat Kogak at the piano. Kogak also sing a solo for this week’s special music.
Saturday services, from 9:30- 10:45 a.m., include contemporary songs of worship, led by Gregory Black with guitar and vocal accompaniment.
Midweek Studies
Melli Herrera leads the women’s Bible study on Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pastor Whitlatch leads the Tuesday Bible study from 9:3010:30 a.m.
Pastor Bruce Humes leads the Thursday Bible study from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Humes also leads the prayer Bible study on Fridays from 6-7 p.m. All are welcome to join any of the Bible studies.
Scripture of the Week
“In the region there were shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord,’” Luke 2:8-11.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. For more information, call 562-431-8810.
