Dear Church Family,
After all that God has done for us, we want to serve and obey him. We want to help other people get to know who he is so that they might come to a saving knowledge of what Jesus has done for them. Yet the battle against sin does not let up. Ever. Temptations assault us every day in a thousand different ways and they will continue to do so until the day God calls us home. So what can we do? How can we serve God and avoid sin? How can we avoid hurting others, bringing disgrace and unnecessary suffering into our lives, and even jeopardizing our faith? Friends, let’s be honest. We are weak.
But our God is strong—and mighty to save! He alone has power to help us in our struggle against sin. Therefore, we pray the sixth petition earnestly and with eager expectation of God’s help: “Lead us not into temptation.”
One of the ways God helps us in our struggle against temptation is through Christian connection—worshiping together and gathering together for Bible study and prayer. We need each other for encouragement and accountability. And so I look forward to seeing you either this Saturday at 5:00 pm or Sunday at 9:30 am. All are welcome!
ICYMI – Please watch and share my message from last weekend based on the fifth petition about how forgiven people forgive.
Baptism – Discover what blessings come from baptism and why it is important. Understand what the Bible says about it. Ask questions and find out answers, with no obligation at one of our information classes. Click HERE to choose which class you’d like to attend. Our next class is offered Sunday, November 3 after the worship service.
Highlight Video – Marriage Retreat. A couple weeks ago we hosted a marriage retreat. Here’s a video recapping what a great weekend it was full of God’s blessings.
All Pro Dad’s Day: Team up with other dads and kids for a free breakfast once a month before school from 7 – 8 am in the high school commons. Our second event of the school year will be held Thursday, October 24. Who is it for? Any dads and their kids ages K-6th grade. We had a great turnout last year and hope even more will join us this year! Find more info and RSVP on our All Pro Dad’s chapter website. Questions? Contact Pastor Ben.
DSYouth Harvest Festival: All middle and high school age students are invited to join in the fun at our annual DSYouth Harvest Festival! Friday, Oct. 25th 6:00-8:30 pm. Bring your own pumpkin! Parents must register students IF they have not already done so yet this year. Click HERE.
Email Contact Information – Are you connected to your church family communication? Please save Divine Savior Church as a contact with the following: @ccbchurch.com to avoid any of our messages getting filtered to your SPAM folder. God is blessing our ministry here and we want to continue to better communicate with you!
Mommy & Me – Our next session for children ages 0-4 and their mom/dad who are not yet in school will be on Monday, Oct. 21st 8:30-10:00am. REGISTER HERE if you have not already done so.
Weekly Offerings: Last week: $10,274.13 | Average weekly fiscal year to date: $8,239.10 / wk. | Needed weekly to carry out our ministry plan: $8,374 / wk.
Weekend Playlist – Lord, I Need You | What a Friend We Have in Jesus | Jesus, Grant That Balm and Healing | I Will Boast
Changing Lives with Jesus,
Pastor Ben
