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Everyday Gospel Reading Plan, January Celebrations, MLK Dreamfest (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/5)

Welcome to the first blog post of 2025! 

We are excited to share updates, announcements, and celebrations happening in our church family this January. Read on for highlights of God’s blessings, upcoming events, and ways you can live “On Mission” this year

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Baby Announcement

We rejoice with Bernard and Danelle Clark on the birth of their precious daughter, Erielle Lela Clark! Little Erielle was born on January 2nd, weighing 6 lbs, 3 oz. This sweet baby is truly an answer to many prayers, and we celebrate with the Clark family as they begin this beautiful new chapter. 💕 

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2025 Church Theme: “On Mission”

This year, our church theme is “On Mission”. Together, we are called to live intentionally, sharing the Gospel of Jesus and reflecting His light wherever we go. 

  • Live life on mission. 
  • Work on mission. 
  • Go to school on mission. 
  • Even vacation on mission. 

You don’t need a special title to live out the Great Commission. Let’s embrace this calling as a church family, dedicating our lives to advancing the Kingdom of God in every corner of our world. 

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Everyday Gospel Reading Plan

We’re reading through the Bible again this year with the Everyday Gospel Reading Plan. Staying in God’s Word equips us to live “On Mission” daily. 

  • Today’s reading: Genesis 16–18 
  • Missed a day? It’s not too late to catch up! Let’s journey through Scripture together, discovering how relevant and powerful God’s Word is for our everyday lives. 

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January Celebrations

Birthdays

Let’s celebrate the gift of life with our January birthday babies!

Anniversaries

Join us in celebrating these couples who are marking milestones in their marriages: 

  • Terence & Tawana Outlaw – 6 years on 1/19
  • Henri & Rhonda Spivey – 28 years on 1/18
  • Jessie & Renee Redd – 29 years on 1/16
  • Quan & Jacqueline Rawls - 30 years on 1/28
  • James & Annie Brice – 49 years on 1/10

If we missed any anniversaries, please let us know so we can recognize everyone! 🎉

Senior Birthday Surprise

We also honor Sis. Francine Thorne as she celebrates another year of God’s faithfulness. 

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MLK Dreamfest

We are excited to partner with other churches and the Town of Cary for this year’s MLK Dreamfest! 

  • Community Dinner: January 19th at First Cary UMC 
  • 5K MLK Walk for Hope: January 20th at Mt. Zion

Check out this promotional video with highlights from last year’s events. Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy by serving our community together! 

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January Bible Study: Esther

Our Route 66 Bible study continues this Wednesday at 7pm. We’re diving into the book of Esther, an inspiring story of courage, faith, and God’s providence. This week, we’ll discuss chapters 1–2. Join us as we grow deeper in God’s Word. 

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Communion

This Sunday, we will partake in Communion as a church family. Let’s prepare our hearts to remember and celebrate Christ’s sacrifice together. 

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I'm thrilled about what God has in store for 2025. As we live “On Mission,” let’s encourage one another to shine His light in our homes, workplaces, schools, and beyond.

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