Inspirational Quote of the Week
“Enemy-occupied territory — that is what this world is. Christianity is the story of how the rightful king has landed, you might say landed in disguise, and is calling us all to take part in a great campaign in sabotage.”
C.S. Lewis
Men’s Breakfast
All men are welcome to join us for fellowship and a free breakfast on Saturday, January 9th at 9am. Join us for a delicious meal and devotional time to reflect on God’s word. The Men’s Breakfast takes place in the annex building and a donation is appreciated for the cost of the breakfast.
Forge Youth Ministries Launch next Wednesday
We will be having a prayer night on Wednesday, January 6th at 7pm in the annex. This is to prepare for the new youth group launch which is taking place the following Wednesday. All are welcome to join us as we pray over this vitally important ministry. Light refreshments will follow.
Praise and Prayer Day
On this Saturday, January 9th and Sunday, January 10th from 12pm-4pm, Deborah Dinkens will be leading an outreach at the Stop and Shop on Rt. 9 in Hyde Park. This will raise support for our upcoming mission trip to the DR and will be a great opportunity to connect with the community, and also pray with individuals when they request prayer. If you would like to get involved, please see Deborah.
Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic
Please keep our team led by Randy Spadaro in your prayers as they will travel to the Dominican Republic next week from January 15th to January 25th.
A Healthier Life Centered On Faith In God Home Group
Join Mary Ann Bovee in a six-week series focused on healthier living in God. These will take place on Thursdays at 7pm at her house starting January 7th. For more information, please see Mary Ann or call the church office.
Care Net Pregnancy Center Prayer Service
On Tuesday, January 19th at 7pm our local pregnancy center Care Net is sponsoring “Forever In My Heart,” a memorial service of prayer and healing for those who have suffered loss in pregnancy. It will be taking place at the New Beginnings Church in Poughkeepsie and more information for the event can be found here on the Care Net page.
Foundations I & Old Testament Survey Classes
We are offering two different classes which are taking place on Wednesdays at 7pm starting January 20th. Foundations I will cover the essential beliefs of Christianity to encourage you to develop your relationship with God, and in our Old Testament Survey, Pastor Vic will guide us through the Old Testament to help us see its connection with the New Testament and discover how it applies to our lives today. Please sign up for these classes in the foyer!
Guest speaker: Elim Fellowship President Chris Ball
On January 31st, the president of our church fellowship Elim, Chris Ball, will be speaking at both our 8am and 10am services. We look forward to hearing what God has put on his heart for us!
Thirst: A devotional on the Book of James
We are happy to announce we have a new devotional written by our very own Nic Knapp, Gabby Knapp, and Pastor Jon Forster: Thirst! These five week devotionals are available in our bookstore and you can also order it on Amazon with this link.