Change the World

Sundays, April 7 - 28, 2024

Change the World / Overview: After the resurrection of Jesus, the disciples were inspired to Change the World. Embrace the stories of the early Church and how they expanded the mission and ministry of Jesus!


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April 7

Change the World: Look Outward

Matthew 28:16-20 / Jesus commissions the disciples to “Go” into the world, reminding them of the tasks before them: making disciples, baptizing, and teaching Jesus’ commandments. How does the Great Commission inspire us to Change the World? 


April 14

Change the World: Look Up

Acts 1:1-11 / As Jesus prepares to ascend to heaven, he blesses the disciples and reminds them of their purpose. They get called out for looking into the sky instead of getting on with their mission. What tasks are before us as Christians today to Change the World? 


April 21

Change the World: Look Around

Acts 2:42-47 / Those first believers devoted themselves to practices that grounded them in their faith. They were able to look around and to identify the needs of others, and the Lord added to their number daily. Today, if we look around our world, what do we see, and how can we Change the World one action at a time? 


April 28

Change the World: Look at Us

Acts 3:1-10 / As we celebrate Confirmation Sunday, remember how Peter & John say, “Look at us” to a lame beggar before offering what they have, healing!  The people were filled with wonder and amazement!  May we celebrate what Jesus is doing in our lives and Change the World for him!   

Five Secrets

Sundays, May 5 - June 2, 2024

Five Secrets / Overview:  As we explore powerful stories of transformation from the Gospels and Acts of the Apostles, discover five “kingdom secrets” to living and dying well, based on the book The Five Secrets You Must Discover Before You Die by Dr. John Izzo. Allow the Good News of Jesus Christ to inspire us to live our best lives! 


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May 5

Class of 2024 Graduation Celebration

Easy Button (Be True to Yourself)

John 20:19-31 (NIV) /  Before Thomas can believe in the Risen Christ, he must see Jesus with his own eyes. If only there was an easy button for believing where we have not yet seen. Learn Secret #1 to live out faith with our authentic self. 


May 12

Mother’s Day / Communion 

Enough (Become Love) 

John 14:15-21 (NIV) / Jesus shares precious moments with his disciples, reminding them how they must love one another. As we celebrate Festival of the Christian Home / Mother’s Day, may we remember the gift of love as a building block for our lives. Secret #2: truly, love is enough!   


May 19

Pentecost

Bliss (Live the Moment) 

Acts 2:1-12 (NIV) / The apostles waited patiently for the Holy Spirit’s arrival. On the Day of Pentecost, they were filled with the Spirit which enabled them to speak many languages to the people gathered in Jerusalem. Learn Secret #3 to allow the Spirit to move and to celebrate the special moments of bliss in our lives. Church family members & friends are invited to wear RED to celebrate Pentecost! 


May 26

Memorial Day

Crossroads (Leave No Regrets) 

Acts 7:51-60 (NIV) / When the apostle Stephen spoke boldly about faith in the Righteous One, they stoned him to death, and he became the first Christian martyr. There are times in our lives when we come to crossroads and must make important decisions. Learn Secret #4 and reflect on how can we make Spirit-filled decisions so that we can live without regrets.


June 2

Communion

Legacy (Give More Than You Take)

Acts 4:32-37 (NIV) / As the early Church was growing in numbers and boldness, the believers began to live with generosity. These Christians not only shared Christ, they shared their resources with those in need. Learn the final Secret #5 and consider how we might leave a legacy of generosity for future generations?