Newsletter for November 30th 2025
Join us for worship this Sunday!

“Let us come into His presence with Thanksgiving” Psalm 95:2
Events this Sunday
10:45 AM: Elder Terry Carnes will be leading us in worship and Pastor Mark Herzer will be preaching.
Sermon: "The Crook in the Lot - Part 2"
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:13-14
Baptism: Andy and Kristin Willits will be bringing their daughter, Eliora, forward for baptism.
12:30 PM Adult Sunday School: Pastor Mark Herzer will be continuing his series on Jonathan Edwards’ book, Charity and Its Fruits, Chapter 4: “Charity Meek in Bearing Evil and Injuries.”
Catechism Review: Don’t forget to keep up with your Westminster Shorter Catechism (WSC)! We’ve been learning Q&A #48 this month:
Q: What are we specially taught by these words, “before me,” in the first commandment?
A: These words, “before me,” in the first commandment teach us, that God, who seeth all things, taketh notice of, and is much displeased with, the sin of having any other God.
And don’t forget to keep reviewing questions 45-47.
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. Since this is the 5th Sunday of the month, we are asking everyone to bring a dish to share. If you cannot bring anything, please still join us. In addition, we need help with clean up each week, so please pitch in!
Upcoming Events
December 3-6 - Pastor Mark will be in Evansville, IN, for the memorial service for his Mom, Josie.
News and Announcements
Changes to Sunday Lunch - Coming in December - The elders have been discussing how we might simplify things for our families. The biggest change would be asking people to bring food only once a month.
1st Sunday of the Month - Regular Lunch - Family list to follow
2nd Sunday - Church provides hotdogs, rolls, and condiments. Feel free to bring your favorite chips, etc.
3rd Sunday - Regular Lunch - other half of the families brings food
4th Sunday - Church provides hotdogs again
5th Sunday - No lunch. A good chance to get together with others.
Special Prayer Requests
Josie Herzer’s Memorial Service - Please pray for safety for Mark as he travels and that the Lord would use the gospel preached to open the hearts of friends and family members who do not know the Lord.
Kermahs’ Upcoming Visit - Jeff, Elena, and the kids are planning to visit the States for part of December, January, and part of February. Pray for safety and grace as they travel. Special Need: Also pray that the Lord might provide a place for them all to stay while they are in the area.
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
