“New & Improved!” by Rev. Tom Coronite – 04/13/2025
'...not through the blood of goats and calves, but through His own blood...'
'...not through the blood of goats and calves, but through His own blood...'
“It was intended that she should save this perfume for the day of my burial. 8 You will always have the poor among you, but you will not always have me.”
Critically evaluating and reforming elements within the church to ensure they serve the intended spiritual purposes rather than becoming objects of misplaced devotion.
The Lord loves a Cheerful Giver. ‘We are never obligated, we are always invited even with our giving.’
He named the place Massah and Meribah because of the quarrel of the sons of Israel, and because they tested the LORD , saying, “Is the LORD among us, or not?”
It’s not what the Church can do for your Spiritual path in life; It’s what you can do with that Spirit along the way.
Faith Required!
More or less about ashes on your forehead.
Avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and strife and disputes about the Law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.
Reading
Rev. TC recounts a personal anecdote about a minor billing discrepancy at a local restaurant.
he acronym IBE can be used to summarize the role of the spirit. IBE stands for illuminates, bestows, and empowers. Illuminates: The spirit illuminates the word of God so that people can understand the Bible when they read it or hear it proclaimed. Without the spirit, people may interpret the Bible through the lens of
What is this Spirit?
We will try again next Sunday!
The planned Sermon will be presented next week.
It's more than Nice, and It's not about the food!
How About The Congregational WAY?
But you, be sober in all things, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.
when you have found Him, report to me
3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, 4 always offering prayer with joy in my every prayer for you all,
Glory to God! Christ Jesus has been borne!
30 The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; for you have found favor with God.
You will be doing something much more spiritual. You will be discerning God’s will for this flock.
Our savior is born!
3‘Who is left among you who saw this temple in its former glory? And how do you see it now? Does it not seem to you like nothing in comparison?
Jim & Judy Tucker will light the Candle of Joy for the third week of Advent.
The Death and Resurrection of Lazarus: So when He heard that he was sick, He then stayed two days longer in the place where He was.6
Once again, we will be ordering Poinsettias for $16.00 each
The First Sunday of Advent “God’s Appointed Time” Sermon by Pastor Joy Matos December 1st, 2024 10AM Galatians 4:4-7 Sermon: Children’s Moment: Short: Summary: Pastor Joy Matos’s Advent sermon, “God’s Appointed Time,” explains the significance of Jesus’ birth. The sermon uses the biblical account of God’s promises to Abraham and the giving of the Law
The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light...
The LORD is my shepherd I shall not want.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Saturday – 11/23/2024 10AM
And which of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life’s span? "
Pastor Joy Matos will lead the book group again on November 18, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you all there.
So the people of Judah gathered to seek the LORD, and indeed, they came from all the cities of Judah to seek Him.
Save the Date for First Church Pembroke’s Christmas Potluck Luncheon December 15, 2024
28 "This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins."
Pastor Joy Matos will lead the book group; our next meeting is on October 28, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven."
Stand firm then, with the belt of truth
Join us for our October Monthly Meetings. Your participation is important to us!
....for you were formerly darkness, but now you are Light in the Lord; walk as children of Light...
Deacons, Trustees & Council meetings this week.
"lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God" Ephesians 4: 1
We invite all to attend First Church in Pembroke for our Sunday Worship Service, which is very significant for our community.
The importance of the church in God’s plan. Pastor Joy highlights that the church is not simply a building, but a vehicle through which God reveals His wisdom, grace, mercy, and love
A dwelling of God in the Spirit.