Weekly Update, August 30th, 2024
Hi church,
The Gospel of John is truly one of the greatest books in the Bible! John gives such a majestic view of Jesus and he wants the reader to believe the gospel! Toward the end of the book, John writes, "Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name." I encourage you to read along to gain the most from the Sunday messages and invite a friend to hear a message online or at the church.
Baptism Next Steps
If you are interested in following through with baptism, Pastor Bryan will be available in the multipurpose room this Sunday after the service. He will go over the basics of baptism and practical questions about next steps.
Ladies Tea
The WCC annual Ladies Tea is Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11am-1pm. Join us for a scrumptious brunch, delicious beverages, fun fellowship, and a chance to hear Angela Sims’ testimony and get to know her better. This event is always a memorable time! Please sign up in the Church Center app, using this link Ladies Tea Registration, or at the Connect Center.
Church Picnic
September means Church Picnic time! Please join us on Sunday, Sept. 15th at 12:30pm for our annual church picnic. The church will provide chicken, pork, ice cream and drinks. Please bring a side dish to share and a blanket or chair to sit on. We will have a bounce house and will be hosting our second annual corn hole tournament! If you would like to participate in the tournament, find a partner, and sign up at the Connect Center. If you have a corn hole set we could borrow, or if you are able to help set up and/or clean up, please sign up at the Connect Center.
AWANA Registration is Open
AWANA is just around the corner. Spaces is limited so please register soon using this link Awana Registration or visit our website at www.weemscreek.com/awana. Awana is for children 3 yrs. old – 5th grade.
Wednesday Night Activities resume Sept. 11
We are looking forward to Wednesday night activities resuming on Sept. 11! Awana and Adult Bible Studies will meet from 6:30-8pm. The youth will continue to meet from 6pm-8pm.
The Men’s Class will be studying the book of James, led by Clarence Klakring.
In the Mixed Adult Class, Pastor Bryan will be leading a class called “Deeper Discipleship.” Are you wanting to truly grow as a Christian? It is crucial to develop spiritual disciplines of prayer and Bible reading. This class will discuss these disciplines and implement them by reading through the Gospel of Luke and Romans. Also, we will read a short book about essential Christian beliefs. Let’s go to the next level of discipleship! Cost of the book is $10, but don’t let that stop you!
The women will be working through the book Meeting the Spirit by Douglas Connelly. Who is the Holy Spirit? How does he change our lives? How does he work in the world? The Spirit of God is eager to work in your life and draw you to God. If you are unable to attend on Wednesday nights, this study will also be offered on Tuesday mornings (beginning 9/10) from 10am-11:30am and Saturday mornings (beginning 9/14) from 9:30am-11am. The cost of the book is $10, but not mandatory. Please sign up in the Church Center app or at the Connect Center.The books for the Mixed Adult class and the Women’s Bible study may be picked up at the Connect Center on Sunday.
Wellspring Walk and Run for Life
This is a fun, family-friendly event to raise money for Wellspring Life Ministry to support, strengthen, and share the love of Jesus with women and families facing unexpected pregnancies, giving them the hope they need to choose life. Open to all ages and abilities! The Walk and Run for Life is Saturday, Sept. 21 from 8am-12pm at Mid Atlantic Community Church in Gambrills. For more information or to register, use this link: https://www.walkandrun.org/ This week we received the total amount that Weems Creek Church gave to Wellspring Life Ministry through the Baby Bottle Campaign. There was $1,064.59 in coins and a grand total of $3,270.59! Wellspring is VERY appreciative!
New Worship Guide Coming Soon!
Starting Sept. 8, our worship guide will be more streamlined, and we will use our church website to post information under the (upcoming) Events tab.
Upcoming Events
Prayer for Revival – 9/12, 11am-12pm
SonShiners Lunch & OCC Presentation – 9/19, 12pm
Wellspring Walk and Run for Life – 9/21 (morning)
New Members Class – 9/22, 12:15pm
Harvest Fest – 10/12
Mama Bear Apologetics Conference – 10/25-26
Blessings!
Pastor Bryan