ISSUE 34, VOLUME 4

August 10, 2025

WE EXIST TO SEE ALL PEOPLE FIND HOPE, HEALING AND WHOLENESS THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 

 
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” (Hebrews 11:1)

This week’s readings remind us that faith is more than belief—it’s trust in God’s promises, even when we don’t see the full picture. In Hebrews 11, we hear about Abraham and others who followed God’s call without knowing exactly where it would lead. They lived as “strangers and foreigners,” holding on to the hope of a better country—a heavenly one.

Likewise, in Luke 12, Jesus encourages His disciples, saying, “Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” He reminds us to stay ready, to live with open hands and expectant hearts.

Faith means trusting that God is working, even in the waiting. It means preparing ourselves not just for what is, but for what is to come—living today with an eye on eternity.

As we move through this week, may we find courage to walk by faith, even when the road is uncertain. Let us be people who live with hope, who stay ready, and who trust that God’s promises are worth holding on to.

 Reflection Question:
Where in your life is God inviting you to trust Him more deeply—and how can you take one small step of faith this week?

Sunday, August 10th                           
8:45AM Contemporary Worship 
9:45AM Sunday School         
10:45AM Traditional Worship 

Monday, August 11th             
7:00PM Troop 12                                                                                                                         
7:00PM Girl Scouts 

Tuesday, August 12th 
2:00 PM Preschool Committee
5:30 PM Choir Kick0ff Dinner
6:00PM Pack Committee   Meetings

Wednesday, August 13th   
10:00 AM Bible Study in Parlor 

Next Sunday’s Special Music is Rick Poling

UMM Dirty Birds Baseball Game Trip

 

Pastor Helen's Weekly Scripture

Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16
Luke 12:32-40

PHS Care Closet Back to School Drive 

Weekly Items!
August 3 - Pencils
August 10 - Spiral Notebooks
August 17 - College Ruled Paper
August 24 - Highlighters 
August 31 - 2 Pocket Folders

Our church family is invited to attend a   Charleston Dirty Birds v. Gastonia Ghost Peppers baseball fame on Friday, August 29!  Tickets are $10 each and carpooling is available. Reserve your spot by contacting Bill Smith at (304)483-7305!

 

Kelly Hayhurst Amos
Debbie Backus
Rick Beaty
Charlotte Bee
Carolyn Calhoun
Linda Carpenter
Carleton Chidester
David Cronin & Family 
Pastor Cindy Eakle 
Lindell Elder 
Fleming Family
Patsy Flensborg   
Betsy Jefferson                   
Joann Kurtz
Dave Lucas
Rosalie Mahoney
Noah Mancuso
Markai & Family
Lori Martin                                   
Jim Munchmeyer
Hanna Myers    
Joyce Okes
Rudy and Family  (ICE)
Jill Shaffer
Cheri Springston
Wilma Springston
Shirley Whitaker Family

 

 Office Volunteer 
for the week of August 14th 
Kim Tennant   

 
Pastor’s Helen Contact  Info

You can contact Pastor Helen on her cell phone: 304-237-2735, or by email at                    rachael40@aol.com.  

 
August 3rd, 2025
Attendance
Traditional Worship: 62
The Gathering:  20 + 6 Online
Offering: $6,164.22

 
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