Weekly Update, July 3rd, 2025
Hi Church,
Happy Fourth of July! Hope you enjoy a wonderful holiday. One of the great blessings of living in America is religious liberty. We should not take that for granted as it is not enjoyed by much of the world. Here is an excellent reminder about the important role that Baptists played in religious liberty at the founding of our nation. America was making an important break from Europe in this matter. The video is only 3 minutes long and was made by our denomination’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC), an important agency.
Puerto Rico Mission Trip
Our church is sending 10 people to Puerto Rico for a mission trip on July 26-August 1st. Please pray for the team and their impact serving Christ. If you would like to support financially, you may donate by check (please write “Mission Trip” or “Puerto Rico” on the memo line) or online by choosing “Puerto Rico Mission Trip” in the dropdown menu.
Business Meeting
Our next business meeting will be Wednesday, July 23 at 6pm. We will review and vote on two chapters of our Personnel Manual, as well as hear an update on new worship equipment. New members will be voted in and financial reports will be reviewed. Members, please plan to attend if at all possible.
Students – Chesapeake Baysox Game
Weems Creek Students are taking over the Chesapeake Baysox (well taking over a skybox, at least!) Students (grades 6-12) and their parents are welcome to join us July 9 as we take in the Baysox game together. Whether you like baseball, or you just want a fun, social environment, you are welcome to join us! RSVP to Pastor Alex and let him know if you have any questions.
SonShiners Trivial Pursuit & Lunch
Test your knowledge! The SonShiners will be playing Trivial Pursuit and having lunch on July 17 at noon in the multipurpose room. Expect good company, friendly competition, and lots of laughs! The church will provide pork barbecue and drinks. Please bring a side dish to share. Sign up at the Connect Center.
Updated Faith@Home and Serve Team Center
Be sure to check out the updated Faith@Home center. There are new brochures and informational cards about our Serve Teams.
Prayer for Revival
Join us for an hour of prayer led by Monty Ahalt on Thursday, July 10 at 11am in room 112. We will pray for God to bring true revival to our nation, community, and church, as well as other needs.
Orioles Faith Night
Mark your calendars! Orioles Faith Night is Aug. 12 and starts at 6:35pm against the Seattle Mariners. The evening will consist of Orioles players’ testimonies and a postgame concert, all included with ticket price. Look for the signup in a couple weeks.
Blessings!
Pastor Bryan