Weekly Update, April 10th, 2026

Hi Church,

It was a blessing to celebrate our risen Savior last week! Our attendance was over 420 people for both services. Let us pray that God will spread and multiply the impact of his gospel. See you this Sunday as we begin the new series on the Old Testament book of Job!  

Men’s Retreat – tomorrow!
This year’s Men’s Retreat, Strengthened Together, will be a one-day event at Downs Park on April 11 from 10am-4pm. It will include fellowship, activities, lunch, and two teaching sessions led by Pastor Dan Hyun from the BCMD. 
Session 1: Men anointed for greatness don’t make it alone. Friends strengthen our relationship with God and help shape us into the men He calls us to be.
Session 2: Spiritual maturity for men comes through intentionally pursuing Jesus together and becoming a healing brotherhood that points one another to God’s presence.
Cost is $40 but we never want that to prevent someone from attending. If finances are a concern, the Men’s Ministry would be glad to help support you. Contact Nick Spurgeon for a scholarship. Please register in the church app where you can also pay, or sign up at the Connect Center. Checks may also be written to Weems Creek Church and placed in the offering. Be sure to include your name and indicate it is for the Men’s Retreat.

New Sermon Series
Join us on April 12th as we begin the Book of Job, a monumental text in the Bible, famous for its storyline involving a righteous man named Job who experiences intense suffering. The book explores the perennial issue of evil and God's justice. Every person wrestles with this issue and Job makes an important contribution to our understanding.  We will spend several months studying Job.     

Ladies’ Tea
Join us May 2nd for our annual Women’s Tea!  This year we will be hosting an afternoon tea with delicate finger foods, delicious sweets, and classic savory staples, all while enjoying some fellowship with one another! Ages elementary and up are welcome. The tea will be in the Multipurpose room from 3-5pm. 

One Body, Many Gifts: A Weems Creek Showcase
“One Body, Many Gifts” is a celebration of the unique talents and abilities within our church family! Whether you love to sing, bake, crochet, or paint — whether you have amazing dance moves or excel in athletics — we want to highlight the many ways God has gifted each of us.
Start thinking about how you’d like to share your gift or talent. It could be a live performance, a sweet treat to sample, a video clip to watch, an artifact to display, or something else unique! Everyone has many gifts and we want to highlight as many as possible, young and old! We can’t wait to celebrate together! Signups will begin April 19th.
  
Evangelism Training at Weems Creek
You are invited to participate in a FREE evangelism training hosted at Weems Creek Church from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm on Thursday, April 16. This training, led by trainers from the North American Mission Board and the Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware, will equip you to better share the Gospel with those around you. Three evangelism equipping options are available: Three Circles training, Next Gen training (to reach teens and college-aged students), and Confidently Share the Gospel with Kids training.
Registration is required in advance to receive a free Chick-Fil-A sandwich or salad for lunch, but the meal and event are free. To pre-register, go to https://bcmd.org/event/evangelism-training-2/. 
 
Next Women’s Bible Study
The Women’s ministry began a new 6-week Bible study this past week and but it’s not too late to participate. They will be looking at the book of Ephesians using a study by Pastor JD Greear. Has it ever dawned on you that nothing has ever dawned on God? He knew before the world began that His people would face hardship, so He gave us His Word. The book of Ephesians is a survival manual; it equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul writes to encourage believers to live well and be lifted above the graveyard of sin calling out the Gospel into the darkened world. Prayerfully consider joining one of our three study times. Sign up using the links below, in the church app or at the Connect Center. This allows us to be better prepared with materials.
·     Tuesdays, 10-11:30am – Ephesians - Tuesdays
·     Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm – Ephesians - Wednesdays
·     Saturdays, 9:30-11am – Ephesians - Saturdays
  
Church Workday
Help us spruce up the grounds and give the church a good spring cleaning. This is always a great time of fellowship as we work! Bring your work gloves, yard tools, buckets, rags, and join the fun! It’s also a great opportunity to get to know other people in the church. Lunch will be provided at noon. Join us on Saturday, April 25 from 9am-12pm.

Students Big Event
The youth will be joining other churches in our area for a super fun time! Worship, Glow-in-the-Dark dodgeball, 9 Square, human hamster balls, pizza, a Gospel message, and more! It’ll be April 25th from 10:30am-2pm at Wonderfly Arena in Arbutus. Space is limited so be sure to register today at https://qrco.de/bigevent2026.

SonShiners Movie
The SonShiners (55+) will be watching the movie, War Room, produced and directed by the Kendrick brothers, on Friday, April 17 at 12:30pm in the multipurpose room. Please bring a snack or dessert to share. Sign up in the church app or at the Connect Center.

Vacation Bible School Training
VBS Volunteers! Learn all about the Illumination Station theme and get ideas for teaching, decorating, and lighting the way for VBS 2026. This is your all-access, hands-on training with fast-paced workshops packed with everything you need to glow with confidence this summer! This is put on by the BCMD and is April 18th, from 9am-12pm at Severna Park Baptist Church. Register here: https://bcmd.org/event/vbs-training-2/
VBS 2026 Illumination Station will be Sunday June 28th through Thursday July 2nd from 6-8:30pm for children who have completed PreK 4 – 6th grade. Please register your children in the church app or at https://www.weemscreek.com/vbs2026

MealTrain for Velchez Family
Paul & Jenn Velchez welcomed a sweet baby boy and Monday. We would love to help them out as they transition to a family of 6. If you would like to prepare a meal for them, please use this link: https://mealtrain.com/qw6kyr

Elevator
The elevator has been repaired.
 
Upcoming Events
Church Workday – April 25
Women’s Tea – May 2, 3pm-5pm
Students Terrapin Adventure – May 9
One Body, Many Gifts: A WCC Showcase – May 16, 2-4pm
Luncheon to honor Melissa Gardner – May 31, 12:30pm
Vacation Bible School – June 28 – July 2, 6-8:30pm
Weems Creek 75th Anniversary Celebration – Sept. 12-13
Young Adult Retreat – Oct. 16-18
 
Blessings,
Pastor Bryan