Worship
Today we continue examining the examples of living by faith from Hebrews 11. We will also celebrate the Lord’s Supper. Gather with us at 9:30!
Our special offering for May is for the Christian Schools we support (Fresno Christian Schools and Hanford Christian School).
Dinnertime Devotions
Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 13, 6:30 PM: Memorial Service for everyone grieving the loss of someone over the last year, especially those who were unable to attend a funeral.
Sunday, May 16: Baptism of Karl William S
Wednesday, May 19, 6:30 PM: GEMS Mother/Daughter Banquet
June 28 - 30: Vacation Bible School. Registration opens May 21st.
Council Meeting Highlights
The council met on Thursday night and began their meeting with devotions from Judges 6 and a long time of sharing prayer requests. The approved minutes of the April meeting are available upon request from the church office. They reviewed plans for Vacation Bible School in June. The council finalized the nominees for deacon for the 2021-2024 term: Ryan Clark, Jayne McClurg, and Matt Shattuck. Ballots will be available beginning Sunday, May 9, and are due on Sunday, May 23. Selection will take place on Sunday, May 30, and installation will be on Sunday, June 6 in time for the June council meeting. The council members shared highlights from the discussions at the congregational meeting on Sunday, May 2nd. In response, the council urges everyone to spend time in prayer seeking God’s will for our church. Pastor Nick will organize a prayer campaign. The pastor, the elders, the deacons, and the building and grounds committee reported. The council members held each other accountable using the practice of mutual censure, and the meeting was closed with prayer.