TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH “Give thanks to the Lord”
BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF SWEETWATER
“But the LORD has been my stronghold, and my God the rock of my refuge”
Psalm 94:22
In uncertain times it’s good to be standing on something that’s certain and proven. God is the ROCK that cannot be shaken. Pastor Carter Edmondson Join us this Sunday to find refuge from the storms of this world. Our services are 10:30 AM on Sundays. If you can’t make it to worship with us in person just yet, please tune in to KXOX 96.7. We are also on YouTube at this time for those who can watch the services anytime. We are not meeting on Wednesdays but plans are being made to start meeting then ASAP.On Sundays we have children’s church, Kingdom Kids, meet during the same time as our regular services meet in first in the Fellowship Hall and then in separate age appropriate classes after worshipping Kingdom Kids are for ages 4-12. We also have our nursery open for ages 0-3. We will have hot coffee and donuts ready before Sunday services, so please come early and fellowship with us if you can.
Pastor Carter began a series of sermons titled ‘CONNECT, CULTIVATE, AND CARRY ON’ last Sunday.
John 15:5 - Jesus said, “I AM the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, will bear much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing.’”
It really does matter what you’re connected to. #letsabide #letsconnect. OUR REDEEMER LIVES !!!
BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH
Kids Say, Well...You Know
To this day, some of the funniest television ever watched was “Kids Say the Darndest Things.” No matter which generation, from Art Linkletter to Bill Cosby, this show could not be more aptly named. It is genius in its simplicity and truthfulness.
Last week’s Junior Camp just reaffirmed this fact for me. Kids are just so transparent in life. If they don’t like something, they tell you. If they love something, you know it immediately. There is no pretense. There is no filter. And, I have to say, I love it!
I mean, wouldn’t you want someone to be honest with you all the time, and not put on any sort of show? It seems like we adults are all too good at “the show.” We put on our mask of “everything fine” and pretend this is true with everyone we meet. When, in all honesty, we are hurting, disappointed, angry, and sad wishing someone would care.
I suppose this is the reason Jesus got all the adult’s attention with these words, “Verily (truly) I say to you, whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein (to the kingdom of God). This statement speaks volumes.
The children away at Junior Camp this week are receiving the messages of “the Kingdom of God.” I fear, though, that many are not hearing those messages as the “little child” they are because we, as callused adults, have rubbed off on them. Maybe we should take off all our adult masks for a while and receive what Jesus has for us.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Luke-a gospel for the world
This Sunday Pastor Jerry we use the story of the Good Samaritan for his conversation text. This summer we are studying texts from the gospel of Luke. Morning worship is at 10:30 AM at 213 East Third. Cardboard Boat Races at the Pool
On Wednesday, July 13 we will have a pool night at Newman Park. The pool opens at 6:00 PM. We will grill, eat and have a fun night.
This year for our Night at the Pool we will have for the first time ever Cardboard Boat Races. If you would like to build a boat contact the church office for more information.
For more information about the ministries of First Baptist Church you can go to www.fbcsweetwater.org. Weekly messages are posted on iTunes, Facebook and YouTube
LAMAR STREET BAPTIST CHURCH (LSBC)
We invite you to come hear God’s word at 10:40 a.m. given by Steven McCaslin, our interim pastor; come early for Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Nursery is available.
Our evening service starts at 6 p.m.; there is something for all ages.
There is a coffee fellowship every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. in the rec. building, everyone welcome!
Wednesday activities starts at 6:30. Bible study for adults, youth (6th grade-12th grade); children (completed K – 5); Nursery is provided. On Wed., Aug. 10 will be our BTS kickoff with pizza for the children and youth.
Our monthly breakfast is the first Saturday on each month, which will be Aug., 6 at 8 a.m. in the rec. building. Everyone is welcome.
Sunday evening on Aug. 14, is our church-wide ice cream supper at 6 p.m., and afterwards will be our monthly business meeting.
LSBC is located at 513 Lamar Street. If you have any questions about our services or events, please call 325-235-1779, if no answer, please leave name and phone number and someone will call you back. Check us out on Facebook.
ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church welcomes all to our worship service. We are located at 502 Locust St., Sweetwater. The service is at 11:00 AM, July 31, 2022, the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost. The liturgy will be Holy Eucharist, Rite II. Rev. Bryan Callen will lead the service.
The Scriptures for this Sunday are Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14 and 2:18-23; Psalm 49:1-11; Colossians 3:1-11; Luke 12:13-21, and the Collect of the Day: “Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.”
At 9:30 on Tuesday mornings at Argos Books and Brews there is a Morning Prayer service and fellowship time called “Coffee with Jesus”. Argos is located at 209 Oak St. in Sweetwater. All are welcome!
The mission of St. Stephen’s, Sweetwater and of All Saints, Colorado City is to help restore the people of our communities to God and each other in Christ through worship, service, and friendship. Be sure to visit us on our Facebook page: facebook.com/ St-Stephens-Sweetwater-All-Saints-Colorado-City, and we can be found at our website, https://ascsss. dionwt.org/.
“Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good, and His mercy endures for ever . ... Let them give thanks to the LORD for His mercy and the wonders He does for his children. For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things . ... Whoever is wise will ponder these things, and consider well the mercies of the LORD.” (Psalm 107:1, 8-9, 43)
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Let all who love the Lord gather together in worship and praise. But so much of the world today is focused on greed and destruction. Yet we are called to share with the world God’s redeeming love. What must we do that all might know of God’s mercy and grace? Let us lift our voices in unison, proclaiming Christ for all to hear. Blessed be the name of the Lord!
First Presbyterian Church, Sweetwater, welcomes all to join us for worship. Our Church is a warm and loving church, and we would love to have you be our guest.
We will worship together at 10:45am on Sunday, July 31. The Noisy offering will be collected which goes to support the missions of the Ministerial Alliance.
You are invited to use the Home Worship provided by our pastor, Kathy Monroe. The link for the worship is available on the church’s website,www.fpcsweetwater.org.
The mission of First Presbyterian Church is to make disciples for Jesus Christ by being an oasis of God’s love. Worship services are each Sunday at 10:45am. We are located at the corner of 14th Street and McCaulley, across from the high school. Find out more information about our ministry by calling 235-5491 or visit the church’s website www. fpcsweetwater.org.
FAITH HARVEST FULL GOSPEL CHURCH
400 Alamo Street Sweetwater
Resurrection Sunday celebration is almost here. I am excited to tell you about the Savior of the world. “Jesus the Son of God”, This same Jesus died so you can live. In this world we live in we see the pain and suffering of so many of those around us and the fear and possibility of a world at war.
These things may be concerning to you, but they haven’t taken the Lord by surprise. God knows the future of everyone and everything, and you need a Savior. Jesus offers us help here as well as eternity with Him.
John 16:33 tells us “These things I have spoken to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulations; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”
Jesus has overcome the daily struggles in this life and He wants you to be an overcomer too. Say yes to Him today. If you let Him come into your life he will save you and give you His abundant, perfect peace.
This Resurrection Sunday, find a place to worship Him. If you don’t have a home church, we would like to invite everyone to come and celebrate with us.
Thursday Trinity Baptist Church will hold its monthly senior luncheon in the Family Life Center at 11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome. You do not have to be a senior adult to come join the fellowship.
Join us Sunday for Sunday school classes starting at 9:45 a.m., followed by our worship service at 11 a.m. We will be hearing from the youth and children about what God has done in their lives during this week of church camp. We have classes for all ages, starting with pre-school. We also have nursery for those under age 4 during both times.
This Sunday night the youth group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for a post-camp worship night in the student center. Dinner will be provided. The church will also hold its monthly business meeting Sunday evening at 5 in the Family Life Center.
Trinity will field a co-ed softball team for the church softball league this summer. If you are interested in playing, registration is due by Monday, Aug. 1. All players must be age 14 or older. Contact David Weaver or Kellen Bowhay for more information. Trinity’s Women’s Ministry is hosting a paint night on Thursday, Aug. 4, starting at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested, please reserve your spot by Sunday so supplies can be ordered. The cost is $20 per person. Contact Vicki Foust for more information.
We have more coming up as August approaches. Sunday, Aug. 7, will be our First Sunday lunch of the month following worship service. We will have our Sunday School promotion Sunday, Aug. 14. Our Wednesday night kids and youth activities will start back up on Aug. 24.
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
309 Cedar St. FUMCsweetwater.org / 325-236-6617
You are always welcome at FUMC Sweetwater! SUNDAY SCHEDULE
First United Methodist Church will gather for worship in-person at 10:30am as well as via livestream @ 10:30am. All are invited and nursery is provided for children 3 and under. See you Sunday!
CAMP BUTMAN DAY
August 14 —
Join us for a fun afternoon at Camp Butman (near Merkel, TX). There will be great food, fellowship, and fun summer activities!
FUMC PODCAST & VIDEO
If you missed last week’s sermon you can find a podcast link on our website (FUMCsweetwater.org) or by searching “FUMC Sweetwater” in your podcast app of choice. For video of recent services or Livestream link, visit our YouTube channel (search “FUMC Sweetwater TX”).
RHEMA VALLEY CHURCH
Searching for a Church Home? We invite you to come Worship with us at Rhema Valley.
Sunday morning service time is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday night at 7 p.m.
We offer a Children’s Church and Nursery during Sunday morning.
Pastor Ollie has begun a new series: “Through the Book of Jude”. Rhema Valley is a Charismatic Ministry located at 3304 East Broadway. Come join us as we celebrate Jesus!
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH
First Assembly of God Church, located at 312 E. Ave. “B” in Sweetwater where Rev Wayne & Pat Kirk are pastors, wishes to invite you to a Revival at the Church Beginning November 7, 2021. The Evangelist is James and Sharon Smith from Oklahoma.
The services will begin with Sunday School at 9:30 followed by Morning Worship at 10:30 and Evening Worship at 5:00. Monday the 8th through Friday will begin at 7:00 p.m.
The Smith’s have traveled as Evangelist and pastored a number of Churches, their last Pastorate being in Arroyo Hondo, NM. They semi-retired from there at the end of last year.
They say they retired from Pastoring but not from Preaching. They are both very gifted in playing musical instruments and singing. Their ministry in music and preaching will bless you.
First Assembly of God Church would like to invite you to come and join them for this Revival and to any or all services at the Church. Sunday morning Sunday School starts at 9:30a.m. for all ages. Morning Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:30 a.m.
Evening service starts at 5 p.m. Wednesday night services are at 6:30 p.m. for children, with programs for girls and boys, youth service and adult Bible study