We Love Our Teachers!

We recognized our Preschool Teachers and ALL teachers on Sunday. We appreciate all you do and wish you an amazing school year!

Join us on Sunday!

Solitude and Listening

September 25

Join us this Sunday at 8:30am or 10:15am to hear the next message in this series.

Messiah Kids meet at 10am in the Life Center for pre-K through 5th grade.

Jr. High Students meet at 10am in the Youth Center.

Child Care is available in the Life Center during both services for children under 5 years old.

We look forward to seeing you!

Parents of Young Ones

This Sunday - Sept 25

10am in the Welcome Center

All parents with at least one child under the age of 10 are invited to join together in the Welcome Center this Sunday at 10am while your child is in Sunday School or Child Care. This group is a great way to have fellowship with other parents in the same boat! They will also have times to get together with the kids at various times off campus. Questions? Please email Kara Sperling.

Adult Forum

Join Us this Sunday

Sept 25 at 10am

American Christianity contains a unique blend of ideas from a variety of religious traditions and popular culture. Join Jake Bach to take a look at the religious leaders who still influence us, what they believed, and how we got to where we are today. Join us for Week 2 of this discussion at 10am in the Fellowship Room. Grab coffee and a donut and join in!

Click here to join the Adult Forum group and stay informed

Congregational Meeting

This Sunday

Sept 25 at 11:30am

All are invited to attend and engage on Sunday, September 25 at 11:30am in the Worship Center.

Meeting Agenda:

• Install leaders elected in June

• Approve minutes for the past 12 months of Congregational meetings

• Review the audited financials for FY22 which closed on June 30

Alexis Evans Made it to Church!

Her Miraculous Healing Continues!

From Pastor Bob: "What pure joy to celebrate Alexis Evans' first Sunday back at church since her accident right before Christmas in December. She is the definition of endurance and warrior spirit. Thank you, Alexis for your courage, determination, and being a beacon of light and hope and allowing us to come alongside of you on this journey!" 

Thanks to all of you for your continued prayers and support. You can still donate to Alexis' medical fund here. Please choose "Alexis Evan Medical Fund" for your giving type.

Preschool Puppet Show!

This week was the first Chapel for our preschoolers! They love seeing Ms. Kelly and their favorite puppet friend, Sally! The kids helped Sally learn a Bible verse, "Be kind and tender to one another." Ephesians 4:32

Find funny video clips from the puppet show on Instagram. Follow us if you don't already.

New Visitor Lunch

October 2 at 11:30am

Cornerstones is a luncheon for anyone new to Messiah, new to Christianity or anyone wanting a deeper connection and that "next step." We will touch upon the Church doctrine, spiritual gifts and next steps for you as a Partner in Ministry. All are welcome to attend. If you were never confirmed, please feel encouraged to attend and re-affirm your faith. Join us on October 2 at 11:30am-1:00pm in the Welcome Center. Child Care is available. Questions? Please contact Libby Schroeder.

Sign up here!

Walk for Water

October 8

Join Messiah Partners in Ministry at Walk 4 Water's 13th Annual event at Mile Square Regional Park.

At 8am - Check-in while we enjoy live music by Moses, Starbucks coffee, and a prize wheel.

At 9am - walk together 3.5 miles through the park which is a symbolic effort made in honor of the women and children who walk for water daily. Dogs are welcome to join as long as they are on a leash.

The goal is to raise the funds to drill four safe water boreholes that will benefit the precious villages of Wihala, Lwamboga Centre, Habuleke, and Angarama.

To donate or sign up to walk, click here (choose team Brandom). Questions? Please contact Cindy Brandom.

Thin Spaces Women's Study Group

Begins Oct 4 at 7pm

Their fall book is The Book of Joy, by Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama. Women of all ages are welcome to join the fun of learning and sharing together as we grow in spirit and community!

All women are invited to this third year of "Thin Spaces." These Tuesday nights are significant times when we focus on the beauty of hearing God's voice in the everyday moments and everyday stories that become those thin spaces where we see God's presence in our lives, and heaven and earth come closer! Questions? Please contact Jeannie Mooney.

Sign up here!

New Christ in our Home

Now Available!

This free daily devotional is now available for October - December. Pick up your copy on Sunday mornings or anytime in the Church Office during normal hours. Large print books are also available. 

Sunday Altar Flowers

ALL of 2023 is NOW OPEN!

Book Your Special Dates Today

Provide a beautiful arrangement of flowers on a Sunday in honor of a special date. Your message will be displayed on our screens during both services and also shared in our Sunday morning email. You may take the flowers home following the 10:15am service or pick them up at the Church Office. Sign up on Sundays at the Information Center or online below.

Click here to sign up

Monthly Drive Thru

Thanks for Supporting the Pantry!

Your ongoing support of Caring Hands Food Pantry feeds over a hundred families each week. Thank you so much. Please remember we collect donations every Sunday.

Click here to see the SEPTEMBER shopping list

Come see us on Monday, October 3rd between 9-11am. Equal Exchange Coffee will also be sold so plan to stock up on your favorites! We hope to see many of you!

Bring Your Pets to be Blessed!

October 9 at 11:30am

All are invited to our annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 9 at 11:30am on the North Lawn. Plan to bring your pets to receive a special blessing from our pastors. All of God's creatures are welcome (and all people too)!

Fresh Perspectives on Paul

Not Too Late to Sign Up!

This study already started, but it's not too late to sign up! Meet on Wednesdays at 4pm or 7pm. The 4pm session is in person at Messiah. The 7pm session is a hybrid format, available on Zoom or in person in Room 117 of the Life Center. Led by Pastor Jay.

Get more info and Sign up here!