NextStepCC Edwin Colon

Why do I bother going to church?

Hey family, there’s a common misunderstanding that the reason we go to church is to listen to the guy standing up front. He teaches us God’s word, we sing some songs, and then we’re good to go until next week. But the real reason for coming to church is to spend time with God himself, because he takes that time to construct our souls. In every service, we have times of learning about scripture, times of singing, confession, and testimony. Times of eating with one another, serving and being served.

Church attendance leads to a more peaceful life. I want us to get into the habit of experiencing God’s presence in this way. I look forward to seeing you at 10 a.m. this Sunday at 360 Schermerhorn, and please invite a friend who needs a Christian home.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

· Women’s event, Sat. June 22, 1-5 p.m. (includes dinner). Speak to Betsy Mitchell or Sharon Sims for more information.

· Friday night Bible study—live at 360 Schermerhorn, led by Rob Lambert. 7 p.m.

Hey family, there are so many people who say to themselves, “I’ll just skip this one service,” and then they stop attending church for a couple of weeks and even a couple of years. This Sunday is a great opportunity to come back and experience the beauty of being together and growing together with the body of Christ.

When we gather, we’re not just attending a service, God is constructing a soul. Because in our Christian life, just like in on Sundays, there are times when we just need to sit in silence and listen. There are times of singing, confession, testimony, learning from scripture. Times of eating with one another, serving and being served. I look forward to seeing you at 10 a.m. this Sunday at 360 Schermerhorn, and please invite a friend who needs a Christian home.

Next Step Community Church

Listen is as Pastor Edwin starts a new series on Root Idols of the Heart

Hey family, I'm happy to say that this Sunday, April 28, we will host one of our favorite speakers, Pastor John Fils-Aime of Central Baptist Church in Manhattan. I will be out of town with my family so please welcome him with open arms! Pastor Fils-Aime is a wonderful man of God and will bring a powerful message. Service starts at 10 a.m. and so does iGnite Kidz, our children's church for ages 5-12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

* Zoom Bible class: The Book of Nehemiah. Mondays at 6:30 p.m. with Betsy Mitchell and Pastor Gus. Meeting ID: 886 1964 7960, passcode 102014. Begins Monday 4/15.

* In-person Bible study with Rob Lambert, Fridays at 7 p.m., 360 Schermerhorn.

"I'm exhausted, tired, need a break, stressed out... " These are all words to represent where many of us are even when we're in Christ. There are issues that face us and people that drain our lives, and the question is, not will it happen, but what will I do when it happens. This week we're going to talk about being renewed by Christ even when the whole world seems determined to drain us. Please come and bring all of your stressed-out friends. Service starts at 10 a.m. and so does iGnite Kidz, our children's church for ages 5-12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
* LAST CHANCE TO JOIN: "A New Life in Christ" class after service, 12 p.m. Sunday. Leads to baptism and membership.
* Zoom Bible class: The Book of Nehemiah. Mondays at 6:30 p.m. with Betsy Mitchell and Pastor Gus. Meeting ID: 886 1964 7960, passcode 102014. Begins Monday 4/15.
* In-person Bible study with Rob Lambert, Fridays at 7 p.m., 360 Schermerhorn.