Sacred writings

7/11/2026

Good morning church family,

GIVING THANKS & PRAISE: 

Thanks be to God for being able to teach His Word to our children and grand-children.  

God was surely glorified!
Here are some pictures.

PRAYER REQUESTS:  

Kaydene Hodge's friend Veeda Neil whom we had been praying for, passed away last Friday.  Prayers of comfort are requested for her family.

Many events are happening over the next few months…all LORD WILLING and with Praise and Glory to God.

The young adults will be taking a trip today  Saturday, July 11 – picnic and devo followed by other beach-related activities! 

There will be a young adult barbecue at Debbie Christy’s house on Saturday, July 25 after VBS! (starting around 3 pm and going throughout the day) Please see Debbie or Zach for more details.

Lord willing our VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL will be held on Saturday July 25th!  The theme this year is “With JESUS I'm a Superhero”.  A sign-up sheet is posted on the auditorium doors for anyone who is able to help that day. Teachers, face painters, bounce house volunteers, food table, those who can set up, and clean up, etc.  Also posted is a list of items needed for that day (food, snacks, etc.). Thanks to all for your support of this evangelistic effort and is a fun event for children.

With Jesus, I'm a Superhero

A donation sign-up sheet has been posted on the auditorium doors.   All of these items are appreciated so thanks to all for your generosity!

Here is a link for a List of VBS items needed from Amazon (if you can kindly help with this, it would be greatly appreciated)  

Thanks to Derin & Kristen Wilson who head this up every year.   Another great opportunity to invite friends and family for a fun day of learning about JESUS!

May 2027 is the New England Lectureship.  

We were privileged to attend the church service of our brothers and sisters in Christ in Williamsburg, VA last Sunday.  

The article below was written by their minister Jacob Brunjes.

“Paul reminded Timothy that from childhood he had been acquainted with the “sacred writings”, which are able to make one wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.  (2 Timothy 3:15).   What a beautiful phrase:  sacred writings.    The Bible is not merely an old religious book, a collection of moral lessons, or a record of ancient events.  It is the holy Scripture, the very oracles of God, the full counsel of God preserved for His people.  Through these writings, God has made Himself known, revealed His will, unfolded His promises and ultimately led us to His Son.

This is why Christians should receive the Scriptures with reverence.  They are not common writings.  They are sacred because God speaks through them.  From Moses and the Prophets to the Psalms and the Apostles, Scripture bears witness to the saving purpose of God.  The Bible teaches us who God is, what sin has done, why salvation is needed, and how God has provided redemption through Jesus Christ.

The great purpose of Scripture is not merely to make us religiously informed, but to make us wise unto salvation.  The sacred writings teach us to see Christ as the promised Seed, the Passover Lamb, the suffering Servant, the son of David, the Son of Man, the crucified Savior, and the risen Lord.  Every part of Scripture belongs to the larger story of God's redemptive work in Christ.

Like the Bereans who searched the Scriptures daily, and like the first Christians who devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, the church should gather around the Word with humility, faith and wonder.  Parents and grandparents should place these sacred writings before children.  Young people should grow deeper into what they have learned.  The goal is not merely to become familiar with Scripture, but to behold Christ through Scripture.

So let us treasure the Sacred Writings.  Let us read them, teach them, sing them, pray them and proclaim them.  For through the Scriptures, God continues to lead His people to Christ and make them wise unto salvation through faith in Him.”

Jacob Brunjes

PRAISE HIM &  KEEP SINGING:

ANCIENT WORDS

Holy words long preserved,
for our walk in this world,
They resound with God's own heart
Oh, let the Ancient words impart.

Words of Life, words of Hope
Give us strength, help us cope
In this world, where e'er we roam
Ancient words will guide us Home.

Ancient words ever true
Changing me, and changing you.
We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

Holy words of our Faith
Handed down to this age.
Came to us through sacrifice
Oh heed the faithful words of Christ.

Holy words long preserved
For our walk in this world.
They resound with God's own heart
Oh let the ancient words impart.

Ancient words ever true
Changing me, and changing you.
We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

Ancient words ever true
Changing me, and changing you.
We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

Ancient words ever true
Changing me, and changing you.
We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

Ancient words ever true
Changing me, and changing you.
We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

We have come with open hearts
Oh let the ancient words impart.

 

 

May God be glorified as we share His Word with the next generation in our bible classes, our upcoming vacation bible school and future children's events.

 

 

May God bless all who are committed to teaching these Sacred Writings to our children and grandchildren.

 

“To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus

throughout all generations, forever and ever.  

Amen.”  

Ephesians 3:21

 

In His precious and Holy Name,

Bruce & Paula