First Christian Church
First Christian Church of Leisure World teaches from God’s word, the Holy Bible, most often verse by verse. It is a friendly church that welcomes all visitors. People are welcome to 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).
Message From the Pastor
Genesis 1:6 reads, “Then God said, “Let there be a expanse in the midst of the waters, and let it divide the waters from the waters.” In Genesis 1:1 God created the earth, and the earth was formless and void of life but covered with water. Now in verse 6, God calls for an expanse to be in the midst of the waters, and in verses 7-8, the expanse is explained, “thus, God made the expanse and divided the waters which were under the expanse from the waters which were above the expanse; and it was so. God called the expanse Heaven. So, the evening and morning were the second day.”
All of the creation described in Scriptures can be difficult for humans with finite minds to comprehend what is taking place happened in one day. But for God, an eternal creator with infinite power, knowledge, and presence, it’s just another day at the office.This week Pastor Bruce Humes will discuss the importance and vastness of these marvelous wonders God created.
Weekend Services
Sunday services from 9:30-10:45 a.m. are traditional, with hymnal music led by Pat Kogak at the piano.
This week, the First Christian choir director will sing a special worship song.
Saturday services are more contemporary with Gregory Black leading in worship with guitar accompaniment. The Saturday service is held from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Midweek Studies
Pastor Gary Whitlach leads the Bible study held on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Thursday’s Bible study, led by Elder Jack Frost, is held from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Friday’s prayer and Bible study is from 6-7 p.m.
Scripture of the Week
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways; declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher and my thoughts than your thoughts” (Isaiah 55:8-9).
Announcement
There will be a new women’s Bible study group beginning Sept. 12. It will be held on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. in the First Christian Church sanctuary. Melli Herrera will lead the study of King David and the Psalms.
Women interested in the study should bring a Bible and come prepared to be refreshed in God’s word and fellowship with like-minded believers. All women are welcome to attend.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. Those who want more information or have a need can call (562) 431-8810. The call will be returned at the earliest opportunity.
