Weekly Update Jan 18, 2024

Hello,  

Hope you're doing great! This week, Tracy shared some eye-opening thoughts on the ways we might misunderstand God. She pinpointed three things that can lead us astray: being deceived, our own sins, and the wounds we hold onto. The great news is, God's always working to redeem those misunderstandings. Reflecting on last Sunday, Josh's sermon “Humanity, The Target of God" really tied into this theme, showing us how God's unwavering attention is actually a wonderful thing. Tracy encourages us to examine our emotional response to reading the Bible - do we feel fear or love? She also discussed the story of Job, suggesting that a closer relationship with God can shift our perceptions. To dive deeper into Tracy's thought-provoking message, check it out here: Tracy’s weekly reflections.

What’s Happening This Week:

• Sunday Night: The Daniel Plan at Centre 150, 7:00 p.m.

• Monday: Belgic Confession of Faith, at 6:30 p.m. and Knitting & Crocheting at 7:00 p.m., plus Alabaster House at 7:30 p.m.

• Tuesday: Art in Church Connect Group at 9:00 a.m. and Celebrate Recovery in the evening at 7:00 p.m.

• Thursday: Start the day with Prayer and Worship at 9:00 a.m. and later,  Elev8 Youth and The Gathering Place Connect Group both at 7:00 p.m.

Movie Night Alert: Join us on January 27th at 6:45 p.m. for "Church People." It's a fun movie night to support our some of our Youth NYC Mission team members. Tickets: Adults $12, Youth $6, and it’s free for kids under 12. More info on Facebook.Mission Trip Update: Jack and Colby are almost ready for their trip to Reynosa, Mexico, to meet up with Josh Muse at Kaleo International. It's all about making connections and exploring new ways to help out. Your support really makes a difference, and you can still chip in until January 21. Let's keep them in our thoughts and prayers!A Note from Josh Hoffert: "Hey SCC! I'd like to tell you about the incredible opportunity to impact hundreds of leaders across India. Wind Ministries has been partnering with North Atlantic Dream, Streams Ministries, and New Life Networks for the past 7 years to train leaders and pastors across India. We are working together towards the end of establishing healthy leadership practices, cultural transformation, and regional training locations. Each leader that is impacted goes on to impact thousands of others. We will be hosting two leadership training events in India between February 7-20. Would you consider donating to Wind Ministries in support of this trip? Your donation will help us arrange travel for local pastors, feed them, and house them during the events. I may not be able to bring each of you with me, but I can carry your impact into the nation of India. Thank you so much!" CLICK HERE TO DONATE! Save the Date! Come for the soup and stay for the connection! Join us on Sunday, February 11th, for delicious soup and biscuits, followed by our annual family meeting. Reflect on the good things that God did in 2023—there’s a lot to celebrate, and share your testimonies of God’s goodness! We’ll discuss our focuses and hopes for 2024 — God is always making things new, and He has good things in store for all of us. Donations for the soup and biscuits will support the NYC Youth Mission trip.

Join the Coldest Night: Be a part of something big on February 24, 2024, for the Coldest Night event. We're supporting LifeHouse Emergency Shelter to help women and families in Prince County. Learn more on their WEBSITE.Last Sunday’s Message: Josh talked about how our views on God can really shape our faith. He used Job's story to show how these views can be off the mark sometimes. It's all about seeing ourselves as loved by God, not judged. Want to hear more? Watch the talk here.Join Us This Sunday - We're gathering this Sunday at 10 a.m., with a pre-service prayer at 9:15. If you can't make it, no worries, catch the live stream HERE. This week Tracy will be getting us started on a new series "The Good Shepherd's Embrace: Experiencing His Guidance, Care, Correction and Delight." We are so excited to explore Psalm 23 and look forward to doing this journey together.

Giving Update & Staying Informed: We're transitioning from Tithely to Nucleus Giving for our church donations. Although there’s still a slight delay, rest assured we'll provide all the new details as soon as they're ready. Meanwhile, for this and more updates, including the latest on events, make sure to keep an eye on our WEBSITE. Your involvement and support mean a lot to us!In preparation for our transition to Nucleus, it would be really helpful if you could create a login on our website. This will not only help us build our database but also make things smoother for you. With Nucleus, connecting with our church community becomes a bit more convenient. You can submit and view prayer requests, pray for others in our community, manage your online giving, sign up for events, and keep track of your involvement and contributions. Haven't set up your Nucleus login yet? Do it HERE and you'll be entered to win a $50 Pizza Delight gift card. It's our way of saying thanks for being a part of our church family!Remember, it’s all about resting in God's care. Just like He rests, we’re invited to do the same. Let’s take this week to trust, relax, and let Him take the lead.

 P.S. Thought for the Week: When reading the Bible through a lens of love, remember Jesus' words: "Do not be terrified." Trust in God's goodness, and let His peace shine through you