“Deliver us, Lord”
“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
It Only Takes a Spark
Thankfully, the Good Lord sent us some moisture this week! It has been so dry lately that fire danger is at an all time high again. I pray the Lord’s protection on us out here in West Texas as we continue to struggle through the latest drought.
Because, we know that “It only Takes a Spark” to get a fire going. And, when the sparks fly, the wildfires blaze. We all know what damage that can cause to the land that we love. I suppose the council is BE CAREFUL!
However, let me urge you to be a spark in one area: your life. Jesus told us that we “don’t light a candle only to hide it under a bushel.” We light a candle, or create a spark, in order to light the area around us. Think about that for a moment. How many areas is that going to be this week? That’s a lot of light to share!
I am reminded of a camp song from when I went to youth camp way back when. It is called “Pass it On,” and begins with the phrase from above. “It only takes a spark to get a fire going.” Then, it says, “that’s how it is with God’s love, once you’ve experienced it. You spread His love to everyone, you want to PASS IT ON.”
So, who can you shine the light of God’s love on today? Don’t hide it, shine it, and see what happens. You never know, you might be the spark of revival we so desperately need!
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Summit Series on Revelation
This Sunday is the final Sunday of our Summit series study of the book of Revelation. This is series led by Dr. Ken Lyle. This curious book is often misunderstood, ignored, avoided, and the list goes on. Regardless of how one feels about this last book in the Bible one ought to occasionally dive into the mystery. That is our intent for these next three weeks. Join us Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Children and Youth have started the spring semester. Groups meet weekly at 6:00 PM in the children and youth areas.
On Sunday, February 5 we will begin a new series led by Pastor Jerry. The series title is Iron Sharpens Iron, the importance of relationships in our spiritual formation. Throughout the Bible we have examples of relationships that God uses to shape His people and His message.
Our students will be going to Maxx Air in Abilene on Sunday, February 5. Students will leave the parking lot following the morning worship.
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.
You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word. Psalm 119:114
Join us Sunday for a morning worship service at 10:40 a.m. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and evening service at 6 p.m., Nursery is provided.
There is a coffee fellowship every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. in the rec. building, everyone welcome!
Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m., there will be a meal then at 6:30 p.m., Bible study for adults, youth and children activities.
Our monthly breakfast is the first Saturday of each month at 8 a.m. in the rec. building. Everyone is welcome.
A $25. deposit for youth camp is due on or before
January 31.
Continue to pray for our pastor search committee. LSBC is located at 513 Lamar Street. Steven McCaslin, Interim Pastor. Justin Niksich, Youth Pastor, and Jimmy Davis, Music Director. 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.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church (502 Locust) welcomes all to our 11:00 AM service on Sunday, January 29, 2023, the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany. This is Saint Stephen’s Day, in commemoration of our parish’s patron saint, a combined service with All Saints’ congregation at St. Stephen’s. The Rev. Bryan Callen is our vicar, leading us in worship with Eucharistic Prayer Rite II.
The Scriptures assigned for this Sunday are Jeremiah 26:1-9, 12-15; Psalm 31; Acts 6 - 7:2a, 51c-60; Matthew 23:34-39, and the Collect: “We give you thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of the first martyr Stephen, who looked up to heaven and prayed for his persecutors to your Son Jesus Christ, who stands at your right hand; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.”
Morning Prayer at Argos (209 Oak), “Coffee with Jesus”, led by Father Callen, is held every Tuesday at 9:30 AM. 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 where we are now Live Streamed: facebook.com/St-Stephens-Sweetwater-AllSaints-Colorado-City, and we can be found at our website, https://ascsss.dionwt.org.
“He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God!” (Micah 6:8)
Let those who seek to serve the risen Christ come now and worship. For we have read the letters of Paul and know the Gospel of Christ. Yet salvation is only in the Cross and our risen Lord and Savior. Such is beyond all the reason and wisdom the world has to offer. Only through God’s Holy Spirit do we become sanctified in Christ. 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, January 29 for Youth Sunday.The Noisy Offering will be collected which goes to support the missions of the Ministerial Alliance. All the youth will meet after worship for pizza and the lesson.
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.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you. 2 Corinthians 13:13
FAITH HARVEST FULL GOSPEL CHURCH
400 Alamo Street Sweetwater
Happy fall from all of us at Faith Harvest Church. The seasons are changing and change can be a good thing, especially if you are changing for the good. Change you say, no way not me.
Most of us don’t like change but change can be good if it is positive steps forward.
Many are stuck in discouraging and dead cycles. I believe that Jesus still wants to rescue everyone out of them.
I can say from my own personal experience that Jesus makes everything new and he also refreshes our souls. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, this person is a new creation; the old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
So if you are stuck in discouraging cycle I would encourage you to cry out to Jesus for help. Ask him to show you new things to do for him. I believe you will feel a new well and a freshness as Jesus beings to make things new in your life. May the love, joy, and peace of God be in your life today and everyday as you learn to trust him more.
Join us at Trinity Baptist Church Sunday starting at 9:45 a.m. with our Sunday school classes. At this time both of our adult classes are meeting together in the Family Life Center. Our children’s classes meet in various classrooms. Register in the foyer to find out where your child goes. There is a nursery for those under the age of 3.
Students in middle school and high school meet upstairs in the youth room. Our student ministry now has a new logo, Pulse. Pulse is a reminder that we are listening for God’s heartbeat in our lives and seeking out ways to hear God’s heartbeat for the world around us.
Our worship service will follow classes at 11 a.m. Children ages 3 through Kindergarten will worship with their parents until offering time. At that time, teachers will be waiting at the front of the sanctuary to take your children to the kids’ area for Children’s Church. Parents can pick up their children in that area after service is concluded. Children in 1st grade and up will be with their parents for the duration of the service. Nursery is available during the worship service for children under 3 years of age.
Join us on Wednesdays for Kids BLAST or youth group from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Children in K-5th grades meet in the Family Life Center while our youth group meets in the youth room upstairs. Our adults will have their prayer meeting from 6:30 to 7:30 in the sanctuary. There is also a ladies bible study held from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Our Women’s Ministry team is currently planning for the Women of Joy Conference in San Antonio Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2023. If you are interested in attending with our group, please register by Sunday, with a deposit of $25. The deposit will go towards the $259.00 total fee for the event. The remainder of that amount can be paid out by Aug. 16. Contact Vicki Foust for more details.
Our Youth Ministry has also opened registration for our students for the DNOW weekend planned for Feb. 17-19. This is a weekend for students and leaders to spend together with an opportunity to grow closer to the Lord and one another. There will be games, meals, and worship throughout the weekend. The students will stay at various host homes within the community, while activities and meals take place at the church. Our speaker for the weekend will be Derek Griffon from Louisiana. Our worship will be led by our own Kellen Bowhay. Contact youth minister Kristin Bowhay for more information about registering. The price is $40 per person.
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!
Sunday Nights 5:00-7:00pm
All children and youth are welcome to gather on Sunday nights for games, food, lessons, & music!
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”).
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, 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.