SERIES: Parenting Children
Sept. 15 – Children Really Are a Blessing – Psalm 127:3
Children are a blessing from the Lord says the Psalmist. They really are but sometimes we might not think so. What is our attitude toward our children? It shapes and molds them. Lets look at what God thinks of our children this Sunday.
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From the Sermon Series: Genuine Love:
Pastor Kenny’s sermon from the Traditional Service
Rev. Kevin Haven’s sermon from the Common Ground Service.
What does it mean to judge someone? Is it necessary? Is it loving? Do we take stock in our own lives before we look at others or is it vice versa? Let’s explore if the word Judging should be in our vocabulary and if so, how do we live it?
The Scripture was Romans 14:1-19
Listen on the Pender website or on the Pender Podcast.
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From the Sermon Series: Genuine Love:
Pastor Kenny’s sermon from the Traditional Service
Rev. Kevin Haven’s sermon from the Common Ground Service.
Living and Sacrifice don’t go together. However, that is exactly what it takes to live the Good News of Jesus in our lives. Let’s learn how we can die to live and what we can do when we are yielded to Christ.
The Scripture was Romans 12:1-2
Listen on the Pender website or on the Pender Podcast.
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- January 6: Sunday School continues for the 2012-2013 school year. Read the brochure
- January 6: Traditional Services at 8:15 and 11, common ground Contemporary service at 9:30.Still on the Journey – Matt. 2:1-18 Once Christmas is over is that the end? Or does the journey of Christmas continue as we seek the Christ child all year round? What ways can we seek Him? What will we do when we find Him? WE are ALL still journeying. Let’s begin at the Lord’s table on the first Sunday in a New Year!
- January 6: Book Lovers Group, 7:00PM
- January 6: Turning Point Youth Ministry More information
- January 6: Women’s Evening Bible Study More Information. The Joyful in Jesus Small Group meets for fellowship, Bible study, discussion and prayer. Our purpose is to explore the lessons of the Bible and to share insights of how to apply God’s Word to everyday life as we strive to create a community of encouragement and joy through prayer and fellowship. We will be using a study guide with weekly assignments. No prior study experience needed, all women are welcome to join.
- January 6: Sing ‘n Celebrate at 7:00pm. More information
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