Art shares his thoughts about new sermon series starting Sunday

I have been a minister and a follower of Jesus for a long time. However, I have often wished I could step into the shoes of a Jewish person to fully understand the implications that Jesus is the Messiah.

I wonder what it was really like to have Simon Peter fully embrace this truth in Matthew 16:16 where he says to Jesus, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” What was it like to see, hear, and live life with the one that they had hoped would come into their lives.

In this new sermon series, we hope that each of us will better understand the significance that Jesus really is the Messiah. We will begin our journey by focusing on how Jesus not only kept the law, but fulfilled it. Join us this Sunday as we focus our attention on Jesus, our Messiah.

This Week's Sermon Title: Jesus Fulfills the Law

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

SERVE DAY will target Lilburn Cooperative Ministry and Christian City

On Sunday, March 24, right after our worship service, the MC3 family will volunteer for a work assignment at Lilburn Cooperative Ministry and make Easter baskets for young adults at Christian City.

All volunteers will be treated to lunch. Here's what to expect.

Lilburn Co-op Work Day

Our volunteers will spend about two hours painting at the co-op's office located at 5329 Five Forks Trickum Rd SW, Lilburn, GA 30047.

Lilburn Co-op has been one of MC3's longtime mission partners. We often refer those in need to the co-op for needed resources, and we support the organization with various food drives throughout the year. SERVE DAY will provide an opportunity to give back in a more hands-on way.

Christian City

We will assemble 19 baskets for young adults (ages 18-24) at Christian City, a missions partner our church helped found almost 50 years ago. The work will be done in the church café.

The baskets will be given to 11 young women and eight young men who are part of Christian City's new THRIVE program. THRIVE provides housing, supportive services and appropriate supervision for young adults who have aged out of the foster care system.

“More than 40 percent of foster kids who have aged out of the system become homeless within a year," said Christian City's Dan Garrett. "Many won’t be able to find a job and some fall prey to substance abuse. We're excited about what THRIVE can do to have a positive impact on these lives. Many of them did not have a great growing-up experience and may have missed some of the fun associated with holidays such as Easter."

Donations needed for Easter Baskets

We need assistance with the materials to build 19 Easter baskets for young adults at Christian City. Please see our wish list. If you would prefer to make a monetary donation, we will use it to buy the necessary materials.

SIGN UP TO DONATE FOR EASTER BASKETS

Registration under way for April 13th Women's Simulcast

MC3 Women’s Ministry will host the 2024 Lifeway Women’s Simulcast on Saturday, April 13.

The simulcast will bring together women from all walks of life. Whether you’re feeling spiritually dry or your faith is thriving, this seminar is for you.

The cost is $30 per person (includes lunch). Register at bit.ly/MC3Lifeway2024.

Celebrating Nancy Dodd

MC3 celebrated Nancy Dodd's 34 years of service as the church's financial manager on Sunday.

We owe a huge debt of gratitude to Nancy for her tireless work ethic and commitment to excellence in everything she does. And how blessed we are that she will continue her commitment to MC3 by serving as the church's official treasurer.