“For the Lord is a great God”
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
Heaps of Grace
I don’t know about you, but when I have gravy, I want lots of it! When I have biscuits and gravy for breakfast, I want more gravy than biscuit. I feel like anything less is an insult!
Speaking of gravy, by mom made the best! She would use whatever drippings were left over in the pan and whip up the best gravy I’ve ever eaten. My mouth waters just thinking about it. We would almost always have two pieces of bread covered in gravy as our “dessert.”
When I think about this, it always reminds me of a couple of instances of overwhelming goodness in the Bible. First, there is John the Baptist talking about what the coming of Jesus to this earth meant. He said in John 1:16, “And of His (Jesus’) fulness have we all received, and grace for grace.” Literally, that means Jesus puts “grace on top of grace” for us. That’s the way I like my gravy!
Then, I think about an OT occurrence too. It was when Hezekiah, king of Judah, was getting the Temple put back together so they could worship the Lord. They needed support and they needed the people’s offerings to make it happen. The people were so excited to give in order to get the Temple operational again that they brought their offerings in “heaps.” That’s right, in “heaps!” 2 Chronicles 31 tells the story which also reminds me of the way I like my gravy.
I don’t know about you, but I need heaps of grace in my life. I don’t always do, say, and think the things I should. I am so thankful for God’s gracious forgiveness toward me in heaps.
But, let me encourage you to think about showing a grace in heaps to others. Begin with those closest to you then work outward. As we have received grace in heaps, we should also show it! I pray you will take this challenge and pour on the grace in heaps!
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Worship this Sunday
This Sunday marks a new beginning for our church as we begin the interim process. Jerry Hendrix officially begins his ministry at First Baptist as the Interim Pastor. The text this Sunday is the story of the woman at the well in John 4. Join us for worship at 10.30 AM.
No Activities During Spring Break
There will be no Wednesday Night Activities on March 15 due to Spring Break.
Lenten Worship
During this Lenten season we walk with the people of God to the cross. It is our hope that the journey will deepen our faith and prepare us for new life with Christ.
April 2 Palm Sunday, Myles Werntz guest speaker.
April 4-6 Holy Week, lunches hosted by local churches of Ministerial Alliance.
April 7 Tenebrae Service, 6:00 PM.
April 9 Resurrection Sunday, 10:00 AM.
Youth and Children’s Ministry
Our Wednesday night programming for Youth and Children meet each Wednesday at 6:00 PM.
Youth programming includes theme oriented games, Bible study and a meal for grades 6-12.
Children’s programming includes a meal, music, Bible study and theme-oriented games for grades K-5.
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)
Welcome visitors to Sweetwater! While you’re in town this weekend for roundup activities, please join us for Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. morning worship service at 10:40 a.m. and evening activities at 6 p.m., Nursery is provided. Members are reminder there will be a business meeting at 7 p.m. Daylight savings time begins on Sunday morning at 2 a.m., March 12 so remember to set clocks forward 1 hr.
There is a men’s Bible study every other Monday at 6:30, the next one is March 20.
There is a coffee fellowship every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. in the rec. building, everyone welcome!
There will not be a meal on Wednesday, March 15, but come at 6:30 p.m. for Bible study for adults, youth and children activities. There is a new adult class upstairs “Person of Interest Study”. Come check it out!
Our monthly breakfast is the first Saturday of each month at 8 a.m. in the rec. building. Everyone is welcome.
Rent a Youth to help them raise money for camp. If you need help with a project contact Justin so he can get it scheduled.
Continued to pray for the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North America mission field.
Our annual Easter egg hunt will be on Easter Sunday morning during Sunday school this year instead of the Wednesday evening before Easter. Plan to come eat breakfast with us 9 a.m., egg hunt for the children, then morning service at 10:40. No evening services on Easter Sunday.
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
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church (502 Locust) welcomes all to our 11:00 AM service on Sunday, March 12, 2023, the Third Sunday of Lent. The Rev. Bryan Callen is our vicar, leading us in worship with Eucharistic Prayer Rite I. This will be a combined service at All Saints’ Church in Colorado City, followed by a potluck fellowship meal in the bishop’s hall. All are welcome!
The Scriptures assigned for this Sunday are Exodus 17:1-7; Psalm 95; Romans 5:1-11, 13-17; John 4:5-42, and the Collect: “Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
On most Tuesdays at 9:30 AM in Argos, we meet for “Coffee with Jesus”, a half hour of Morning Prayer liturgy. As well, on Wednesday, March 8 at 6 PM in St. Stephen’s bishop’s hall, there will be be a Lenten Soup Dinner with a discussion about Kate Bowler’s new book “The Lives We Actually Have”. 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. Every Thursday at 5:30 live (but can be viewed later) on our Facebook page, Father Callen presents a brief service of Evening Prayer. Be sure to visit us on that Facebook page where our Sunday morning services are now Live Streamed: facebook. com/St-Stephens-Sweetwater-All-Saints-Colorado-City, and we can be found at our website, https://ascsss.dionwt.org.
“For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods”. (Psalm 95:3)
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Let all who know and love the Lord gather this day and worship. But some are not like we are. Is God’s house open also to them? In Christ there is no Gentile or Jew, only those who love the Lord. But some are not like us, can they know Christ as we do? Give praise to the Lord God above, for all who love Christ are as one. 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, March 12 for the 3rd Sunday in Lent.
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.
Now may the Lord of peace give you peace at all times and in all ways. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with all of you. 2 Thessalonians 3:16,18
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.
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH
This Sunday remember to set your clocks forward so you don’t miss services as we begin Daylight Savings time. Join us Sunday morning at Trinity Baptist Church for Sunday school classes at 9:45 a.m., followed by our worship service at 11 a.m. led by Pastor J.T. Thornton. We have classes for all ages, including children’s, youth, and adults classes. Nursery is available for children under 3 years of age. Children’s church activities during worship are available for children ages 3 to Kindergarten.
Spring Break will begin for all our area schools this coming week. We will also be taking a break from Wednesday night activities this coming Wednesday, March 15.
Our men meet for lunch the first and third Thursdays of each month at Kinfolks Grill at noon. March 16 will be the next time they get together. All men are welcome.
On the following Sunday, March 19, Trinity will host a new membership class for new members, following our church services in the Family Life Center. Sign up at trinitysweetwater. com/events.
On Thursday, March 23, Trinity will host a free concert put on by the Singing Men of Texas. It starts at 6 p.m. All are welcome. Trinity will be hosting a church-wide baby shower on Sunday, March 26 at 6 p.m. for several families who have or will soon have new babies. If you would like to help with the shower with decorations, food, setup, or clean-up, contact Vicki Foust or Briana Strickland. You may also come and gift these families at any time prior to the shower. They are encouraging gift cards, which will be easier to store before the shower.
Our next Senior Adult Lunch is planned for Thursday, March 30 at 11:30 a.m. in the Family Life Center. We always look forward to this time of fellowship. All are invited to join us.
Contact Trinity Baptist Church at 325-235-2991 or at church@ trinitysweetwater.com. We are located at 1506 Santa Fe in Sweetwater.
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!
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Sunday Nights 5:00-7:00pm
All children and youth are welcome to gather on Sunday nights for games, food, lessons, & music!
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.
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH
Witnesses To Christ: People From His Passion
John tells us why he wrote his Gospel: “Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name” (John 20:30-31). Life! When we believe that Jesus is the Christ, God gives us life-abundant life, forgiven life, and eternal life.
Historically, the Fourth Gospel is likened to an eagle-an image that suggests John soars to heights of glory and grandeur. That’s because the evangelist paints a stunning portrait of Jesus, who is the bread oflife, the resurrection and the life, and the way, the truth, and the life. Life in Jesus. That’s God’s gift to you!
This Lent, our life in Christ will be strengthened as we hear the witness of those in John’s Gospel who journeyed to the cross. Along the way, we’ll meet villains, such as Barabbas and Pontius Pilate, as well as sinners, such as Peter (who denied Jesus three times), Mary Magdalene (who was possessed by seven demons), and Judas Iscariot (who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver). Please join the people of Faith Lutheran Church, 1607 Josephine Street for Wednesday Midweek Lent worship services at 7:30 P.M. and Holy Week services as listed. We will hear the witness of these people in John’s Gospel:
Midweek of Lent 1: March I. Mary, the Sister of Lazarus and Martha, John 12:1-11
Midweek of Lent 2: March 8, Malchus, John 18: 1-11
Midweek of Lent 3: March 15, Peter, John 18:12-27
Midweek of Lent 4: March 22, Barabbas, John 18:33-40 Midweek of Lent 5: March 29, Pontius Pilate, John 19:1-16 HOLYWEEK
Palm Sunday: April 2, The Disciples, John 12:12-19, service time: 10:45 A.M.
Good Friday: April 7, John, the Gospel Writer, John 19:25-37, service time 7:30 P. M. Easter Sunday: April 9, The Resurrection of Our Lord: Mary Magdalene, John 20:1-18, service time 10:45 A. M.