WE CAN’T COMPROMISE ON OUR MISSION

Not only Judah, but all mankind is compromised. Turning from words of judgment and hope to Judah (Isaiah 1-12), Isaiah speaks words of judgment (Is 13-23) and hope (Is 24-27) to the nations "out there." And here's what we can't miss: The world “out there” can be “dangerous” and scary, but nothing is scarier than what’s coming to those who don’t know Christ. The reality of this danger teaches us many things. That the good news of the gospel comes with the bad news of judgment. That everyone is accountable to God. That Jesus is not one valid option among many. That there is no neutral way of living in this world. And, most importantly, that we cannot compromise on getting the whole gospel to the whole world.

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

LADIES, SEE YOU AT 6:30PM

In lieu of Women’s Meetings this summer, the ladies will be gathering together for summer potlucks from June through August. They’ll be sharing meals and stories of God’s grace. This is a great event to invite your friends, especially friends who aren’t sure what they believe, don’t attend church, or are new to the faith.

Each month will be at a different member’s household. This month, the women will be gathering at the Arista’s household. See you tonight for encouraging testimonies and a buffet of comfort foods!

CONTACT US HERE FOR LOCATION DETAILS

REMINDER: NO ELEMENTARY CLASS THIS SUNDAY

This Sunday is the 5th Sunday in June, so we’ll only offer the Preschool Class. All kids 6 and up will remain with us after the singing portion of our service to hear the preached word outside of their usual classroom setting. We’ll have coloring sheets, our pastors will prepare the kids to listen well to the Sunday sermon, and children and their parents will hear the gospel side by side.

These 5th Sunday breaks serve 3 purposes. They provide an opportunity to bridge the gap between Children’s Ministry and the regular life of the church. They get our kids ready for what comes next once they graduate from the Elementary Class. They contribute to a helpful pattern of rest for our Children’s Ministry volunteers who serve so joyfully and selflessly every Sunday morning.

JUNE 24 - JUNE 30

Every Tuesday we publish a blog post to lay out in one place what’s going in the life of the church for the upcoming week. See below for a snapshot of what’s on the calendar this week:

THURSDAY, JUNE 27: FRENCH PARK RUN CLUB

• 6:30am - French Park Grass Area

THURSDAY, JUNE 27: WOMEN’S SUMMER POTLUCK

• 6:30pm - Arista Home

SUNDAY, JUNE 30: SUNDAY GATHERING AT THE EBELL CLUB

• 10:00am - Meeting Room: Ballroom

2024 BLOCK PARTY RECAP

For the 3rd year in a row, we hosted our French Park Block Party - and what a party it was! Over 100 church members and French Park neighbors came together for an evening of summer fun. We laughed, we limboed, and we ate hundreds of tacos to the glory of God and the good of our souls.

Through it all, God used your faithful presence as a church to build up the community of French Park, form new friendships with our nearest neighbors, and shine forth the joy we have in Jesus. We thank the Lord for this opportunity to love our neighbors and for the many hands that made it all possible! As you look through the complete photo album linked here, would it cause you to praise the Lord for what he’s doing to bless our neighbors and bring them into his joy.

VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS HERE

DO NOT LET YOUR HEART BE FAINT

It's 6 years after Isaiah's call, a new king is on the throne, and the nations that were signaled in Isaiah 5:26 are knocking on Judah's door in the form of an Israel-Syria alliance (7:1-2). It's a dangerous time to be God's people. But in the midst of this danger, God speaks a word of promise (7:14). In this moment, and in our own moments of "danger," we are faced with the options of responding in fearful compromise or courageous faith in the promises of God (8:11-13). The first option takes us down the road of complaining, complacency, and compromise. The latter leads us forward in confident faith that God will keep us, sustain us, and deliver us from every "danger" that comes our way. Why? Because God himself is with us, and this places courage within us (9:6-7). 

LISTEN TO THE SERMON HERE

SMALL GROUPS WILL TAKE A BREAK IN JULY

Every first & third Friday at 7pm, three different groups meet throughout our city to share in the joy of Jesus, care for one another, and apply the gospel to each other’s lives. Outside of Sunday mornings, small groups are the most important moments in the life of our church. Make it a priority to attend one this Friday before we head into our summer break during the month of July. Small groups will return August 2nd.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SMALL GROUPS, CLICK HERE

BE THERE THIS SATURDAY FROM 4PM-7PM

Our Block Party is finally here! You’ve been praying for the Lord to give us opportunities to spread the joy of Jesus to our Santa Ana neighbors. You’ve been looking for ways to make the church’s neighbors your neighbors. Well, here’s your biggest opportunity of the year. On Saturday, we’ll gather together with all our neighbors in order to bless them, build up the French Park community, and bear witness to the joy we have in Jesus. All this will happen as we eat tacos, play games, make friends, and enjoy an evening of summer fun!

Make this the most important thing on your calendar this Saturday. Sign up to volunteer if you haven’t yet. Post the invite to your social media accounts. Invite other Santa Ana neighbors. Above all, pray that God would spread the joy of his Son through us this weekend. You can find the digital flyer here and the sign up sheet here.

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK AT 6:30PM

In lieu of Women’s Meeting this summer, the ladies will be gathering together for summer potlucks from June through August. They’ll be sharing meals and stories of God’s grace. This is a great event to invite your friends, especially friends who aren’t sure what they believe, don’t attend church, or are new to the faith.

Each month will be at a different member’s household. This month, the women will be gathering at the Arista’s household.

CONTACT US HERE FOR LOCATION DETAILS

JUNE 17 - JUNE 23

Every Tuesday we publish a blog post to lay out in one place what’s going in the life of the church for the upcoming week. See below for a snapshot of what’s on the calendar this week:

THURSDAY, JUNE 20: FRENCH PARK RUN CLUB

• 6:30am - French Park Grass Area

FRIDAY, JUNE 21: SMALL GROUP

• 7:00pm - Houlton, Roenicke, and Erkelens Home

SATURDAY, JUNE 22: FRENCH PARK BLOCK PARTY

• 4:00pm - French Park Grass Area. Check out the digital flier to find the details & invite your neighbors.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23: SUNDAY GATHERING AT THE EBELL CLUB

• 10:00am - Meeting Room: Ballroom