Church News
First United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church is located just off Gregg Street at the corner of Fourth and Scurry in downtown Big Spring. The usual Sunday morning schedule includes the 9 a.m. Traditions Service featuring the pipe organ, choir, trumpet, and hymns, followed by Sunday school, and then The Bridge service at 11 a.m., which features contemporary music led by a wonderful praise team.
On Sunday, Oct. 6, Pastor Derrell Patterson begins a sermon series on “Our Identity In Christ.” Romans 2:1-2 is the basis for the first sermon, “We Are Saved By Grace”. Worship services are broadcast live each Sunday at 11 a.m. on radio station KXCS-105.5 FM. You can also find the service live streamed on our Facebook page at First United Methodist Church Big Spring. You can watch previous worship service videos on that Facebook page including recordings of our Christmas program, “Our Savior”.
The Wednesday noon Bible study meets in Garrett Hall. The meal is served at 11:50 for $5, followed by a Bible study of the Book of John.
Real Life Wednesdays include Celebrate Recovery, choir rehearsal, women's Bible study, children's choir, and youth meetings, which all meet at 6 p.m. The praise team rehearsal is at 7 p.m. The college ministry, Wesley Foundation, meets on Wednesdays for worship at 8 p.m. in the sanctuary, followed by a study.
“Celebrate Recovery” sessions are offered every Wednesday in Youth Hall for anyone in the community seeking freedom and healing from hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Worship and helpful Bible-based discussions begin at 6 p.m. The public is invited to drop by the north entrance of the building on Scurry Street any Wednesday.
Other events on the church calendar include:
• “Our Savior” Choir Rehearsals begin at 6:30 PM on Monday, October 7.
• Walk to Emmaus Weekend Retreat, October 17-20.
• Trunk or Treat, October 31, 5:30 to 7:30 PM.
• December 7 and 8, “Our Savior” Presentations.
For more information on any activity, please visit the website at www.fumcbs.com, or phone the church office at 432-267-6394.
College Baptist Church
WOW, which stands for Women of the Word, had a pizza fellowship bash Tuesday evening that was awesome. Prayers for revival continue. Priority one in schools is being successful. Backpack ministry is underway and growing. Souls are being saved!
College Baptist Church is located at the southeast corner of 11th Place and Birdwell Lane. We invite you to come join us on Sundays for Sunday school Sunday morning at 9:15 for all ages, followed by worship at 10:45 in the auditorium. RA's helps grades first through fifth boys in mission studies and activities. GA's is for grades first through fifth girls' missions, and both meet Sunday afternoon at 5 p.m. Church-wide snack supper and Bible study for everyone is at 6 p.m. Wednesday, we eat deliciously at 6:30, then have a craft time, King's Kids, and prayer and Bible study for youth and adults all beginning at 7 p.m.
Come worship with us as we celebrate the God of ministry. This Sunday, Jamie Scott and our praise team will lead us in presenting our hymns of praise to our heavenly Father. Our pastor, Bro. Ken McMeans, will help us as we delve into God's word, which inspires us to live as Jesus lives through us.
Join in the joyful activities with us in exciting worship as we praise the Mighty God we serve. Please call 432-267-7429, for more information about this exciting, loving church.
First Presbyterian Church
The Wednesday Lectionary Bible Study meets at 5 p.m.in the library. The Chancel Choir rehearses at 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
Ushers last Sunday were Jim Little, Louise Hitch, John Yater, and Mike Robinson
The Thursday Lunch Bunch meets at Crispy's Cafe for lunch at 11:30 this week.
The Covenant Class continues their study, Responding to God's Grace with Unit II: “Responses to God's Faithfulness.” Lessons for the month are Oct. 6, “Obedient Faith” from Deuteronomy 4 and 5; Oct. 13, “Blessed for Faithfulness” from I Kings 17; Oct. 20, “Faith Can Heal” from Luke 7:1-10; Oct. 27, “Faith Saves” from Luke 7:36-50.
The Discovery Class finishes the final three lessons of the Adam Hamilton DVD study, MOSES-in the Footsteps of the Reluctant Prophet. In the same vein and enhancing the Moses study, on the last Sunday of October, the class will examine a study by RayVander Laan called God Heard Their Cry.
Approved by the session, new pew cushions for the sanctuary have been ordered and should be in place in late November. Anyone wishing to help defray the $285 cost of each cushion may “adopt” a cushion and claim naming rights to that cushion.
The service committee has announced that the annual food drive will begin with sacks and list of the items needed being given out on Oct. 6 and Oct. 13. They ask that the sacks be filled and returned on Sundays, Oct. 20 and 27.
Tres Rios Presbytery will meet on Friday, Oct. 11 in El Paso.
Presbyterian Women will meet in the library at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22, for a monthly business meeting and move to the theater room for Bible study of Lesson 2 from Eugenia Gamble's study, Love Carved in Stone-A Fresh Look at the Ten Commandments. The annual thank offering will be collected.
The lectionary passages for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (or 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time) World Communion Sunday are Lamentations 1:1-6; Psalm 137(or Lamentations 3:19-26); 2 Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:5-10. Rev. Taylor Todd will deliver the sermon and officiate at Communion. The choral introit will be “There's a Sweet, Sweet Spirit,” by Doris Akers. The choir will present “The Lord's Prayer,” arranged by Kathy Bowen, as the offertory. Gabe Martinez is the organist and choir director. REMINDER: Worship services are back in the Sanctuary.
Please note that our worship service begins at 10:50 a.m. for announcements and parish concerns before our radio broadcast starts at 11.
If you cannot attend worship, you may listen in on KBST 1490 AM, beginning at 11 a.m. If you wish to have a printed bulletin for Sunday services, please call the church office at 263-4211. You may also see what's happening at the church by visiting our website www.fpcbs.org We would be pleased for you to like us on Facebook.
Blessed Hands Deaf Church
The congregation of Blessed Hands Deaf Church invites you to worship with them Sunday at 10:50 a.m. Currently, they are joining with the First Baptist Church family in the main sanctuary with interpreters provided. First Baptist Church is located at 705 W. FM 700. For information about additional activities or to learn more about Blessed Hands Deaf Church, contact Pastor Jim Walterhouse at jwalterhouse@gmail.com.
First Baptist Church
“Blessed be the LORD God, the God of Israel, Who only does wondrous things! And blessed be His glorious name forever! And let the whole earth be filled with His glory. Amen and Amen. Psalm 72:18-19
Come, find your place among the family of First Baptist Church Sunday at 10:50 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., and join in glorifying The Living Redeemer, and Light of the World, Jesus Christ. Music Minister Alan Schantz will lead worshippers in a mix of both contemporary praise music and classic hymns of the faith. Bringing the morning message will be Youth Pastor Jonathan Raffini, and congregants will be blessed as they reflect on the unending, lavish love of God, and His indescribable faithfulness.
FBC offers Deaf Interpretation in the morning worship service. If you need assistance accessing the sanctuary due to mobility issues, use the west circle drive, and someone will be glad to assist you inside and park your vehicle. If unable to attend, you may join the service through the live stream on the church website at fbcbigspring.org. (Click on 'MORE' tab, then 'SERMONS' ).
At 9 a.m., The Gathering Place, FBC coffee shop, is open, and you're invited to have some coffee and a sweet treat while enjoying a time of fellowship. Greeters are happy to direct you to The Gathering Place which is located in the former library space.
At 9:30, Sunday school groups meet throughout the building with children gathering in the Good News Garage on the first floor, and teens, college students, and adults meeting in second floor classrooms. Greeters are available to help you find your class.
At 5 p.m., gather for a time of corporate prayer in the church parlor, across the hall from the chapel. Don't miss the blessing!
Evening worship service starts at 5:30 p.m. and is a wonderful way of coming before the Lord and prepare one's heart for the week ahead.
Monday, Oct. 7, all area women are invited to Ladies' First night at 6 p.m. in the church dining room. Bring some friends, or come make some new ones, and enjoy a tasty meal, great fellowship, and make a Fall craft item. This is always a fun time!
Thursday, Oct. 10, the Mission Center/Food Pantry will be open at 9 a.m. It is located on Lancaster one block behind HEB at Iglesias Central.
Save the date: October 13, world-renowned preacher and teacher, Dr. Robert Smith, Jr., will bring the message in both worship services. Start inviting your neighbors and friends now to this special event.
Saturday October 12, the monthly Men's Breakfast is at 8 am. All area men are welcome.
Wednesday night meals are served from 5-6 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Reservations are required by Monday noon to assist with planning; call 267-8223, or go to fbcbigspring. org to save your place and learn more.
Wednesday evening schedule includes: 5:45 p.m. children's activities; 6 p.m. adult Bible study and worship choir practice; 6:15 p.m. youth activities; contact Youth Pastor Jonathan Raffini at 432-270-8332 for details about teen events, or just come to the second floor Youth room at 6:15, and join the fun!
At 7:30 p.m., the worship band rehearses, and there's room for you if you play an instrument. Contact Music Minister Alan Schantz at 267-8223, or just stop by Wednesday evening if you're interested in being part of praising God through participation in the worship band.
Mother's Day Out is open each Tuesday and Thursday from 9-3. Contact Tracy Boeker at 267-8223 to find out about available openings for your little ones.
To learn more about what's happening at FBC, go to the website: fbcbigspring.org or call 267-8223.
FBC is located at 705 W, FM 700. There is always a place for you at First Baptist Church. "...may the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, ...guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:7
Spring Creek Fellowship
There will be a “Connect Four” class for new members immediately after services this Sunday, Oct. 6. Lunch and childcare will be provided.
“Fields of Faith” is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 9. All schools with have information.
Our annual “Harvest Festival” will be at the mall on Oct. 31. Lots of food, games and fun. We do need lots of candy and two-liter sodas. Bring them to the church if you can help.
“Our Daily Bread” will be giving 150 turkeys to those in need for the holidays. Each one costs $10.00, and you can make donations at the information desk. They also need cash donations to help keep the Food Pantry open. Please donate often.
“Our Daily Bread” Food Pantry will be open the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m. to help anyone who needs food. We are in the mall. Go in the door where the movie theater is located, and we are in the first spot on he left. Volunteers are needed to unload trucks on Wednesdays before they are open on the weekend. If you are interested in volunteering with the “Our Daily Bread Food Pantry” ministry, please contact Kay Elder.
All men are invited to the weekly Men's Prayer Breakfast on Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. at Evita's Restaurant in the mall. Please join us.
Children's Church is a great place for your child to learn and play while you enjoy worship. This ministry is for children ages kindergarten through fourth grade. We will be building on our Kid Connect lessons. Please bring your children for the fun and learning.
“PUP”, which stands for “Picking Up Pieces”, is a new sisterhood for widows in our community.
All widows in Big Spring and the surrounding areas are welcome. Meetings will be held the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served. We would love to see you there. For address or more info, please contact the church office. Volunteer Opportunities:
• Funeral Meal Team
• Nursery
• Children's Church
• Van Ministry
• “People Helping People” Ministry
• “Our Daily Bread” Food Pantry
The Signal Mountain Quilters Group meets on the second Friday of each month. This group is open to all in the community who are interested.
The proceeds from the quilt they are making this year will be donated to The Life Center. You may see the quilt in the foyer.
The Pain Management Class meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. If you have chronic pain and would like to learn how to manage it, please attend this class. It meets in Room 4 of the Adult Connections Classrooms in the mall.
The Taylor School of Ministry is now in session. This session will address “How to Study the Bible”. If you are interested, please contact the church office.
“People Caring for People” is a ministry serving widows in our area with small projects and “honey do” kinds of things. This ministry operates through donations. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, either in a “hands on” way or by donation, please contact the church office.
We have an “App” for your convenience. It is easy to work with and has many applications. Go to your App Store, search for “The Church App” and download. Then search for “Spring Creek Fellowship Texas”. That should take you to our Home Page.
Weekly Happenings:
• Sunday
9:15-10:15 a.m.-Sunday School/Connection Groups
10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m.- “Holy Grounds Café” is open with coffee, drinks and fellowship. 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.-Worship Service
11 a.m.-12 p.m.-Children's Church
5 p.m. Prayer Meeting
• Tuesday
6 p.m.- Pain Management Class-Room 4 7 p.m.-Women's Bible Study
• Wednesday
Community Groups-various times and places
• Thursday
7 p.m.-Men's Bible Study-Kingdom Disciples
• Saturday
7:30 a.m.-Men's Prayer Breakfast. Breakfast at Evita's Restaurant in the mall.
If you would like any further information regarding any of our ministries or events, please contact the church office, or visit our website at springcreekfellowship.org
Spring Creek Fellowship meets at the Spring Town Plaza at 1801 E. FM 700 in Big Spring, Texas. Contact us at 432-714-4584 or visit our website at www.springcreekfellowship.org
“Every Member a Minister”-1 Peter 4:10 NKJV
Alive in Christ Lutheran Church LCMS LWML
Sunday October 6, 2019 “Celebrating and Sharing God’s Love and Grace in our lives”.
We are located at 2805 Lynn Dr. in the Kentwood neighborhood in Big Spring. If you would like to reach Pastor Lamb or the church office, please call 432-264-7818, or e-mail us at aliveinchristtx@gmail.com.
Bible study and Sunday school begin at 9:30 a.m., and our Sunday service begins at 10:30 a.m. If you are new to the area or haven't been to church before or in a while, please accept this as an invitation to join us this Sunday. This Sunday we celebrate LWML Sunday, which is celebrated around the world. The ladies of LWML will help in the service this week.
Our Wednesday evening Bible study has begun. We are studying Proverbs. A meal will be provided at 5:30 p.m., and class begins at 6 p.m. Please come and join us as we begin this new study.
Carolyn Lamb will present the scripture readings this week.
Tune in to KBYG every morning for a devotional sponsored in part by the Lutheran Hour. Tune in to
106.3 FM or 1400 AM between 6:45 and 6:50 each morning for these wonderful devotions: “Morning Meditation Thoughts”. Also tune in every Sunday morning at 8:30 to listen to the Lutheran Hour.
Cornerstone Covenant Church
We at Cornerstone Covenant Church would love the opportunity to Connect with you. Please join us this week at one of the following events:
• Sunday, Oct. 6: Join us this Sunday at our 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship service. Come on out as you can expect biblical teaching and preaching, genuine loving fellowship and live spirit filled praise and worship. We would love the opportunity this Sunday to share what God has for you, and get to know you better.
• Monday, Oct. 14: Let's hear it for the girls! Join us for our Women's Far Above Rubies night. Ladies please bring a dish to share as we will be gathering in the ARC from 6-8 p.m. We welcome women of all ages to join us for an evening of laughter, fun and fellowship with fellow sisters in Christ.
For more information, contact Debbie Rieger at 432-935-1257.
• Saturday, Oct. 26:
We are excited to announce our 12th Annual Member's Appreciation Banquet coming up this October. To honor this momentous occasion, we have planned a special Appreciation Weekend. We will have our Member's Appreciation Banquet Saturday, Oct. 26 at 6 p.m., in the East Room at Howard College Coliseum. Our keynote speaker is Comedian Jason Earls of Dallas. This night will be filled with fun, food, awards and great entertainment.
• Then Sunday, Oct. 27, join us for our 12th Church Anniversary Celebration worship service at 9 and 11 a.m. Pastor W.C. Keenan of Midland will be bringing the message.
Van transportation- We have an active van ministry that picks-up on Sundays for our 11 a.m. worship service. If you are needing a ride please contact the church office.
Cornerstone Covenant Church (CCC) is a unified, spirit-led, purpose-driven church, which cultivates an atmosphere of faith so that lives can be transformed by Jesus Christ. Please join us every Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and Wednesday at 7 p.m. for worship services.
CCC is located at 706 E. 12th St. For office hours or other questions, please contact our administrative office at 432-264-0015, or email us at info@cccbigspring.org. You can also find us at facebook.com/CCCBigSpring, or visit us at www.cccbigspring.org if you would like more information.
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
St. Mary's Episcopal Church welcomes all to participate in our services. We are located at 1001 S. Goliad, north of the high school, and would love to have you visit. Sunday services begin at 10:30 a.m. followed by brunch in the Parish Hall. On Wednesdays, we have Bible study and coffee in the morning at 10:30 a.m., and evening we have evening prayer, dinner, and book study starting at 5:30 p.m. What a great opportunity to have meaningful fellowship and develop relationships with people who have a common interest, following the steps of Christ. Please come and join us for a time of worship and fellowship in a place that welcomes all in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Feast of St. Francis of Assisi – Blessing of the Animals
Blessing of the Animals service will be Sunday, Oct. 6 at 2 p.m., outside St. Mary's Episcopal Church, in the Bennett Garden. This service is open to all animals in our community, so please spread the word. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Crestview Baptist Church
We at Crestview Baptist Church want to extend a warm invitation for you and your family to come and join us for worship, discipleship, evangelism, and fellowship. At Crestview, we are all about the gospel of Jesus Christ and serving Him as we learn His Word together.
Sunday School begins at 10 a.m., and Sunday worship is at 11 a.m. Pastor Tom Lassiter will be preaching through the book of 1 Timothy section by section every Sunday morning. On Sunday and Wednesday nights, at 6:30 p.m., the pastor is teaching through the Book of Acts, verse by verse.
Please come join with us at Crestview if you are looking for a church home, where we believe that man's chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever! We are at 2305 Gatesville Rd., in Big Spring.
NazFamily Church
• Faith Promise
At NazFamily Church, we believe that God is a missional God, and He calls us to be a missional people. We are engaged in God's mission both locally and around the world. Each year we have a Faith Promise service to support these mission efforts. On Oct. 6, we will have Steve and Amanda Pettit as our Faith Promise Speakers. The Pettits spent several years on the mission field serving in Dominica and as field coordinators in Haiti. They are currently serving as mission coordinators in urban Fort Worth. The Pettits are powerful and inspiring speakers. You won't want to miss this special service.
• Pray First
Throughout the month of October, we will be gathering for a time of prayer together at NazFamily Church each weekday at noon. Join us in person or tune in on Facebook.
• Men's Breakfast
As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17) Our monthly men's prayer breakfast will be on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 8 a.m. Come be encouraged and sharpened as men of God!
• Fall Fest
It's fall, y'all! We will be hosting a Fall Festival on Friday, Oct. 25, at our New Hope Christian School. There will be hay rides, games, goodies, and fun for the whole family. All are invited to join us at 118 Cedar Rd.
• Trunk or Treat
On Thursday, Oct. 31, the NazFamily will be hosting a community Trunk or Treat at our 1400 S. Lancaster campus.
First Christian Church
911 Goliad 432-517-4821 fccbigspring.com
The God Factor thegodfactor@yahoo.com
The God Factor is dedicated to God for the people of God and those who are seeking God. Our desire is to be filled with the Spirit of God, to live to the glory of God, to grow in Christlikeness, to love as Jesus loves, to stand for the Truth of God's Word, and be Christ's faithful witnesses to the world. Forgiveness
“If we confess our sins, His is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” I John 5.9
There is no greater gift than forgiveness. It is the most freeing experience, and, just as significant and freeing, is forgiving others. Here is what people have said to me when they finally forgave whoever they were mad or embittered toward: “I feel free. I am now released from anger and resentment. When I forgave, there was a heaviness lifted from me. I have no more anxiety and loneliness.”
When we hold onto our hurts, they fester and begin to eat away from the inside. Bitterness sets in and there is no real peace. To not forgive is like drinking a poison each day and expecting the other person to pay, when in fact, we are the ones who pay.
This is also true when we refuse to forgive ourselves. To accept God's forgiveness and not forgive ourselves is like making ourselves bigger than God. Kind of silly, huh?
Let's be clear. The truth is that God in Christ will forgive any and all our wrongs and will make us right with God. Because of God's phenomenal love and grace, you can be free, and because you are free, you now have the capability to forgive others.
May the freeing forgiveness of God be THE GOD FACTOR in our daily lives!