Newsletter for January 11th 2026
Join us for worship this Sunday!
“Let us come into His presence with Thanksgiving” Psalm 95:2
Events this Sunday
10:45 AM Morning Worship: Elder Terry Carnes will be leading us in worship and Pastor Mark Herzer will be preaching.
Series: “The Offices and Titles of our Lord”
Sermon: ”Jesus As Priest”
Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-24; 10:11-14
12:30 PM Adult Sunday School: Pastor Mark Herzer will be continuing our study of the Westminster Larger Catechism, as we look together at Q & A #29: What are the punishments of sin in the world to come?.
Children Sunday School: Deb Bowen will be teaching children from 3 years on up, in the front Sunday School room.
Church Luncheon: Immediately following our Sunday School. All are invited. Plan to stay for food and fellowship.
Reminder: This Sunday the church will be providing hot dogs, rolls and condiments. Feel free to bring chips, or something similar, if you like.
Snacks: All are welcome to bring snacks as they desire.
New Hymn
Last week we introduced a new hymn, Before the Throne of God Above. We will be singing it again as it reflects on Christ, our High Priest. Take a moment to meditate on the truths contained in these words.
- Before the throne of God above
I have a strong and perfect plea:
A great High Priest whose name is Love,
Who ever lives and pleads for me.
My name is graven on his hands,
My name is written on his heart.
I know that while in Heav'n he stands
No tongue can bid me thence depart,
No tongue can bid me thence depart.- When Satan tempts me to despair
And tells me of the guilt within,
Upward I look and see him there,
Who made an end of all my sin.
Because the sinless Savior died,
My sinful soul is counted free,
For God the just is satisfied
To look on him and pardon me,
To look on him and pardon me.- Behold him there, the risen Lamb,
My perfect, spotless righteousness,
The great unchangeable I AM,
The King of glory and of grace.
One with himself I cannot die;
My soul is purchased by his blood.
My life is hid with Christ on high,
With Christ, my Savior and my God,
With Christ, my Savior and my God.
Click to hear a congregation singing this hymn.
Catechism Review
Don’t forget to keep up with your Westminster Shorter Catechism (WSC)! We are learning Q&A #51 this month:
Q. 51. What is forbidden in the second commandment?
A. The second commandment forbiddeth the worshipping of God by images, or any other way not appointed in His word.
And don’t forget to keep reviewing Questions 49 & 50!
Upcoming Events
Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting January 14th via Zoom. We will read and discuss together a passage from Isaiah, and then spend some time in prayer. Contact Pastor Mark or one of the elders if you would like to receive the weekly Zoom link.
News and Announcements
The Kermah Family is staying in the Lancaster area and will be joining us this Sunday, Lord willing. In answer to prayer, the purchase of the property in Ghana has been finalized. Let us pray that the Lord would be pleased to use this property for His ministry and glory in Ghana.
Changes to Sunday Lunch - Now in effect.
- 1st Sunday of the Month - Regular Lunch - A-G
- 2nd Sunday - Church provides hotdogs, rolls, and condiments. Feel free to bring your favorite chips, etc.
- 3rd Sunday - Regular Lunch - H-Z families bring food
- 4th Sunday - Church provides hotdogs again
- 5th Sunday - No lunch. A good chance to get together with others.
Special Prayer Requests
- Presbytery Committee - We will be meeting next week, January 13th. Please pray for this committee as they consider whether a member church is violating Biblical principles in their policies regarding Deacons and Deaconesses. Elder Terry Carnes is serving on this committee.
Home Visitation: If you would like a home visit with Pastor Mark or one of the elders, email Pastor Mark to schedule.
Special Attention: Live Streaming will be available during each Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:45 a.m. This is currently being hosted on the church’s Facebook page.
We also have a collection of sermons on Sermon Audio.
Peace and Grace to you,
Elder Terry Carnes
