First Christian Church

First Christian Church will hold special services this week in observance of Easter. On April 2, the church will observe Maundy Thursday, which is the last supper that Jesus had with his disciples, from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

On April 3, the Good Friday service will be from 10:30-11:30 a.m. for the observance of the day Jesus was slain on the cross and buried. Easter will be celebrated with hymns and a special message in the Saturday and Sunday services at the regular time of 9:30-10:45 a.m. Come join the celebration.

Pastor’s Message

“Jesus is risen!” That was the message given to the women that arrived at the tomb of Jesus on the third morning after the death of Christ.

That same day, two disciples were walking and talking about the things that had happened concerning Jesus. The risen savior himself came up and walked with them, but they did not recognize him. Jesus asked the men what they were discussing. They incredulously responded, “Are you the only person in Jerusalem that doesn’t know the things that have been going on there the last few days? He was a prophet and did many things before God and all the people. And now it is three days since he was slain. And now they say he has risen.”

Jesus then began questioning why they were unwilling to put their trust in everything the prophets had written throughout the Jewish Scriptures and why did they still have disbelief that the Messiah, Jesus, was who he said he was. As Christians celebrate Easter Sunday this year, may they also have trust in him and that he lives.

Weekly Services

Sunday services are held from 9:30-10:45 a.m. and are traditional with hymnal music led by Janet Ray with Ruth Bonnema at the piano. The choir will sing for both Saturday and Sunday services. Saturday services from 9:3010:45 a.m. include contemporary songs of worship, led by Black with guitar and vocal accompaniment.

Midweek Studies

Melli Herrera leads the Monday Bible Study from 10:3011:30 a.m. Pastor Bruce Humes leads the Thursday Bible Study from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and the Friday Prayer and Bible Study from 4-5 p.m.

All are welcome to join any service or midweek study.

Scripture of the Week

“These [words] have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name.” John 20:31.

Contact

First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. For more information, call 562-431-8810.