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

Abram was 99 years old when the Lord appeared to him and said “I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless.” Fourteen years had passed since Abram had rushed of God’s plan and fathered a child with his wife’s maid.

In the passage, God has come once again to remind Abram of the covenant he had made with him to make him the father of numerous descendants, numbering more than the stars. Abram fell on his face and God spoke to him saying “My covenant is with you, and you will be the father of a multitude of nations.”

As God reaffirms this everlasting covenant, he ratifies it by changing Abram’s name. In Genesis 17:5 God says, “No longer shall your name be called Abram, but your name shall be Abraham; for I have made you a father of many nations.” And indeed, He has done that very thing. Ishmael was born to Hagar, the maid of Sarah, and he is the father of the Arab nations. As First Christian Church proceeds in Genesis, people will see Sarah conceive by Abraham and bear a son, Isaac, who will be the father of the Israelites. Two great nations, one unplanned, one of the promise.

Weekend Services

Sunday services are traditional from 9:30-10:45 a.m. with hymnal music led by Janet Ray and Pat Kogak at the piano. This week, Sherry Parmenter will present the special music for the service.

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

The women’s Bible Study, led by Melli Herrera, will be on summer break until July 24.

Pastor Gary Whitlatch leads the Tuesday Bible study group from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

The Thursday Bible study group, led by Pastor Bruce Humes, meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Pastor Humes also leads the prayer and Bible study group on Fridays from 6-7 p.m.

All Leisure World residents are welcome to attend the above services and Bible studies.

Scripture of the Week

“The Lord’s mercies never cease, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; ‘Great is Your Faithfulness.’

“The Lord is good to those who wait for Him” Lamentations

3:22-23,25.

Contact

First Christian Church is located on Northwood Road behind Carport 125. Those who have a need or want more information can call the church message line at 562-431-8810. The call will be returned at the earliest opportunity.