First Christian Church
The excitement of the Christmas season is evident at First Christian Church including the beautiful decorations, the beloved Christmas carols, and the anticipation of the birthday celebration of the Lord. Anyone who wants to experience the joy of the season is welcome to join in the celebration.
Message From the Pastor
A topic that is often debated among believers is if talents, ministries and effects of spiritual gifts are fruits of the spirit.
The churches in Corinth and Galatia had difficulty with this same subject. In 1 Corinthians 12:4, the apostle Paul said, “Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord. There are varieties of effects, but the same God who works all things in all persons.” He urged the churches to desire the greater gifts and to live and walk by the spirit.
This week, Pastor Gary Whitlach will share more on what the apostle Paul had to say about spiritual gifts and fruits of the spirit that could bring insight in to how to sort out these gifts that not only benefit individual members, but also the entire body of Christ Weekend Services
Traditional Sunday services are from 9:30-10:45 a.m., with hymnal music led by Pat Kogak at the piano.
This week Sandy Carlson will be singing a special solo hymn.
Saturday services, from 9:30-10:45 a.m., are more contemporary with Gregory Black leading worship with guitar accompaniment. Saturday service time is 9:30-10:45.
Midweek Studies
Melli Herrera leads the new women’s Bible study on Mondays from 10:30-11:45 a.m.
Pastor 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.
All residents are welcome to attend any of the above services and Bible studies.
Scripture of the Week
“Behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream, saying, ‘Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife; for the Child who has been conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son; and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins’” Matthew 1: 20-21.
Contact
First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. To learn more information about the church and its services, call the office line at 562-431-8810. The call will be returned at the earliest opportunity.
Gary Whitlach
