Baby Announcement, MLK Dreamfest, Prayers for California (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/12)

A Joyful Announcement: Welcome Baby Eliana!

We are thrilled to celebrate the birth of Eliana Corena Thompson, daughter of Lachonya and Robert Thompson. Eliana arrived on December 21st, weighing 6 lbs 2 oz and measuring 19.25 inches long.

Her beautiful name, Eliana, has a special meaning in Hebrew: “God has answered.” This precious little one is indeed an answer to countless prayers. Congratulations to the proud parents!

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EQUIP Conference 2025: A Call to Commitment

This year’s EQUIP Conference will inspire us to deepen our COMMITMENT in every area of life: God, Family, Church, Work/School, and Trials. Mark your calendars for:

March 14th (7 PM–9 PM)
March 15th (9 AM–12:30 PM)

This conference is for everyone! Registration opens on January 19th, so don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative event.

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MLK Dreamfest: Honoring the Dream Together

We are excited to participate in the Town of Cary’s MLK Dreamfest! Join us in reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through these impactful events:

January 18th: Dreamfest Celebration at the Cary Arts Center.

Keynote Speaker: Pastor James White (Christ Our King Community Church).
Mistress of Ceremonies: Melissa Wade, local radio personality.

January 19th: Community Meal and Interactive Learning Experience at First Cary UMC. Explore the racial gap in a meaningful and educational way.
January 20th: 5K MLK Walk for Hope hosted by Mt. Zion Church.

Let’s come together as a community to honor Dr. King’s vision of unity, equality, and hope.

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Prayers for California: Supporting Those Affected by Wildfires

The recent wildfires in California have devastated communities, destroying over 10,000 properties and displacing countless families. Some of our own members have relatives affected by this tragedy. While we thank God for the safety of their lives, we grieve with those who have lost their homes and livelihoods.

Let’s lift up California in our prayers. As C.S. Lewis wrote, “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pain: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” These natural disasters remind us of our dependence on God and the need for repentance in a fallen world. May this be a time for reflection, compassion, and action.

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This month is full of opportunities to celebrate, learn, and grow together as a church family. Let’s step into 2025 with open hearts, willing hands, and an unwavering commitment to God and one another.

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Mortgage Burning Ceremony (10.6.24)

Today is a day of celebration and gratitude as we come together to witness the burning of our church’s mortgage! This moment represents years of faith, commitment, and sacrificial giving from this congregation. It’s a testament to God’s faithfulness and the dedication of His people. What we are celebrating today is not just the end of a financial obligation, but the beginning of new possibilities for missions, outreach, and service in our community. --- Psalm 127:1 says, ‘Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.’ This building has been more than just bricks and mortar; it has been a spiritual home where so many lives have been touched by the gospel. We recognize that while we’ve paid off the mortgage, it is the Lord who has truly built this house, sustaining us through every season. --- History of the Vision Though this chapter is closing, the mission God has ...

My Hope Sunday, M:T Not a Competition, Prayer Gathering (Pastoral Emphasis for 10/13)

Today was My Hope Sunday ! We had several invited guests, and my message was from 1 Samuel 8:4-9 on "Looking for a Savior". Israel wanted a king like the other nations who would “save” them. This is the very definition of a functional savior. A functional savior is anything or anyone a person looks to for ultimate hope, security, identity, or fulfillment in place of God. Whatever you look to to “save” you from your problems, fears, or insecurities is your functional savior. But all of our functional saviors cannot save us. Jesus is the Savior we really need! Our greatest need in this life and the life to come is to have our sins forgiven by trusting in Jesus as our Lord and Savior! Today, my wife shared her My Hope Testimony . (RSS Subscribers: click here to watch the video) Missions:Together’s "Not a Competition" is a powerful missions gathering designed to re-ignite your passion for missions on Saturday, November 2, hosted at The Summit Church in Apex. Wheth...

December Birthdays & Anniversaries, Bible Display, Verse by Verse Challenge (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/1)

As we step into December, it's a time for reflection, celebration, and coming together as a community. Here’s what’s happening this month in our church family: --- 🎉 Birthdays and Anniversaries December is a special month for many in our congregation. Let’s take time to celebrate these milestones: Birthdays : Join us in wishing a heartfelt “Happy Birthday” to all who are celebrating this month. Anniversaries : We wish “Happy Anniversary” to these couples and ask God to bless their commitment to one another. 🌟 December Senior Birthday Surprise We are also excited to celebrate Deaconess Peggy Credle with a special birthday surprise. Let’s make her feel loved and appreciated for all she does in our church community. --- 📖 Theological Seminar: The Forge Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 7, at 9:00 AM. We will gather for a special Theological Seminar featuring The Forge . This event will include a viewing of the seminar followed by a...

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