Life has a way of putting us in situations that feel impossible. Like Mary and Martha, we all face sickness, disappointment, delays, and unanswered questions. But in John 11, we are reminded that Jesus is never late - He is always working, even when we can’t see it. Jesus didn’t ignore their pain; He wept with them before He performed the miracle. That shows us He cares deeply about what we’re going through. And when He called Lazarus out of the grave, proved He has power over death itself.

So whatever you’re facing today, remember that Jesus is still the Resurrection and the Life. He brings hope into hopeless situations and can do what seems impossible. Trust Him, even when you don’t yet understand His timing.

Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series "The Seven I Ams."

Week 1: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! We are moving into a new series: BIGinning as we are learning about God being our Creator.

Announcements: 
- MOVE UP Sunday will be the first Sunday in August!
- AUGUST has 5 Sundays, meaning the last is usually a family Sunday (no chapel service). This month, we will have our family service on the 16th to celebrate Anniversary Sunday with the grown ups! 

Creation (Genesis 1)
Brite Idea: God is the Creator of everything.
(Preschool) Monthly Big Question: Who made & rules over everything? God!

In the very beginning, only God existed. The world was empty and formless. God created everything just by speaking. He made light and dark, water and sky, land, seas and plants, the sun and the moon, fish, birds and land animals. Finally, God made people in His image. God looked at all of creation and called it good. He rested on the seventh day. God made the whole world and everything in it, and He rules over it today.

Colossians 1:16–17 says, For by Him [Jesus] all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. We serve one God who is three in one—God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit. We call this the Trinity and all three were involved with creation. Not only did Jesus create the world, but it was created for Him and He holds it all together. Every molecule sticks together because of Him. The earth rotates just like it is supposed to because of Him. He rules over all creation, yet He knows and loves each one of us. He is our Creator.

Monthly Memory Verse: By Him all things were created, in heaven and on earth…all things were created through Him and for Him. (Colossians 1:16)

Midweek Recap and Sunday Preview

Hello CCW Students, friends, and family!

On Wednesday we continued our series in the book of Mark. Our message was from Mark 6 on the feeding of the 5,000.

On Sunday we will look at OBADIAH 10-21 — God is loyal toward His people and will judge evil.

Students and Parents Communication

If you would like to receive personal and convenient updates from pastor Eli about what is happening in CCW Students, please email him at ealexander@thechurchatcw.com with your full name, number, and whether you are a student/parent.

In John 14, Jesus declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” Before speaking these words, He humbly washed His disciples’ feet, revealing His servant’s heart and as the disciples struggled with fear and confusion, Jesus met them with hope. He reminded them that the way to the Father is not found through religion, rules, or good works but is found in Him alone.

This message calls us to trust Jesus completely, follow His direction each day, and find confidence in the eternal life that only He can give. When life feels uncertain, Jesus remains our Way, our Truth, and our Life.

 Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series "The Seven I Ams."

Week 4: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! We are finishing out our summer series, "Splash!" Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- MOVE UP Sunday will be the first Sunday in August! (If you have a preschool aged child, they move up during the year as their age changes. If you have a 5 year old entering Kindergarten in August, that is also when they'd move to Chapel (K-5th). If you have a Chapel child starting 6th grade in August, that is when they will move to adult service on Sundays/youth ministry!)


Psalms of Thanksgiving (Psalm 136)
Brite Idea: God does good things for His people
Preschool Monthly Big Question: How do I know God is good? Through His love for us.  

His steadfast love endures forever. This line repeats numerous times throughout Psalm 136 as a reminder to give thanks to God for His faithfulness in all He has done. The psalmist walks through the history of Israel, from creation to God’s rescue in the promised land. We can thank God for His eternal goodness and His never-failing love.

The writer of Psalm 136 didn’t know the most amazing way God would show His steadfast love, but we do now! God sent Jesus to make a way for us to live forever with Him. Because of Jesus’ death and resurrection, we can forever celebrate God’s steadfast love. He continues to show His goodness to us, and one day He will show His steadfast love by making all things new.

Monthly Memory Verse: The Lord is good to all, and His mercy is over all that He has made. (Psalm 145:9)

In the late 19th century Thomas Edison forever changed the world with his invention of the lightbulb. Despite the availability of fire, candlelight, and streetlamps, Edison's invention provided a level of sight never before seen. Thanks to Edison, many of us can't imagine a world without constant access to light.

In John 8, Jesus tells us that he is the light of the world and that walking with him results not in darkness, but in light and life! Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series "The Seven I Ams."

Week 3: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! We will be in the series "Splash" all summer, but learning new things, of course! Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- MOVE UP Sunday will be the first Sunday in August! (If you have a preschool aged child, they move up during the year as their age changes. If you have a 5 year old entering Kindergarten in August, that is also when they'd move to Chapel (K-5th). If you have a Chapel child starting 6th grade in August, that is when they will move to adult service on Sundays/youth ministry!)

Psalms of Trust (Psalm 23)
Brite Idea: God is our Good Shepherd.  
Preschool Monthly Big Question: How do I know God is good? Through His love for us.  

The psalms of trust highlight God's protection and care and encourage trust in Him. Psalm 23 was written by David. It compares God to a shepherd who guides, comforts and provides for His people. David described how God protects us even in fearful times. We can have peace because we can trust Him. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, laid down His life for us, offering forgiveness and eternal life through His death and resurrection.

In John 10:11, Jesus said: “I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.” God loves us so much that He sent Jesus to lay down His life for us. When Jesus died on the cross and rose again, He provided a way for our sins to be forgiven and for us to have eternal life.

Monthly Memory Verse: The Lord is good to all, and His mercy is over all that He has made. (Psalm 145:9)

Have you ever felt cast out, misunderstood, or forgotten? In our day and age, this is more common than any of us care to admit. This week, we will look at a passage in John and how Christ does something beautiful for the outcast... He goes and finds them. That’s the heart of our Good Shepherd: He pursues forsaken sheep, even when others turn their backs.

And in those moments, Jesus doesn’t just find us, He pays for us. Unlike a hired hand who may run at the first sign of danger, Jesus laid down His own life to purchase and provide for His sheep. The best part about this is that once you’re His, you’re protected. You are spoken for. You are held in His hand. No one and nothing can snatch you away. That’s a Shepherd worth following!

Join us this week as we continue in our new series on The Seven I Ams: The Seven I Am statements of Jesus!

Week 2: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! We will be in the series "Splash" all summer, but learning new things, of course! Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- MOVE UP Sunday will be the first Sunday in August! (If you have a preschool aged child, they move up during the year as their age changes. If you have a 5 year old entering Kindergarten in August, that is also when they'd move to Chapel (K-5th). If you have a Chapel child starting 6th grade in August, that is when they will move to adult service on Sundays/youth ministry!)

Psalms of Lament (Psalm 22)
Brite Idea: God is good even when we are hurting.
Preschool Monthly Big Question: How do I know God is good? Through His love for us.  

Psalms of lament express sadness, frustration or even complaints as the writer shares a problem with God. Over one-third of the Psalms are classified as psalms of lament. In Psalm 22, David cried out to God because he was threatened by his enemies. He expresses his emotions—fear, worry, anger and sadness—and then declares the truth about God’s character and promises.

Not only does this psalm express David’s feelings, but it also contains prophecies of Jesus. Even though it was written hundreds of years before Jesus walked on Earth, it told of things that would happen during His death. Verses 16–18 discuss how His hands and feet would be pierced, but His bones wouldn’t be broken. These verses even mention how His clothes would be divided up. All these things came true. As Jesus hung on the cross, He quoted Psalm 22:1. Because He died and rose again, we can be forgiven and live eternally with God. We can have hope even in the darkest and most confusing times because we can trust He will one day make all things new. There will be no more sadness or pain.

Monthly Memory Verse: The Lord is good to all, and His mercy is over all that He has made. (Psalm 145:9)

What if everything you’ve ever been hungry for could be found in one place? Like a never ending buffet of all the greatest hits.

Jesus called Himself the Bread of Life, and that’s not just religious language. It’s a direct answer to the deepest cravings every person carries. We all want something that actually satisfies. We all want something that lasts. Christ doesn’t just fill your stomach, He fills the emptiness that nothing else can touch. He’s not just a good teacher or a moral example. He’s God in the flesh, and He proved it.

And here’s the bottom line: He saves. Not temporarily, permanently! Everyone who comes to Him, He keeps - all the way to eternity. Now that’s a meal worth showing up for. Join us this week as we begin our new series on The Seven I Ams: The Seven I Am statements of Jesus!

Week 1: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! We will be in the series "Splash" all summer, but learning new things, of course! Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- Kids (overnight) Camp begins THIS Sunday after church. There will be NO CCWK midweek service on Wednesday, July 8th!

Psalms of Wisdom (Psalm 19)
Brite Idea: God is good.  
Monthly Big Question (Preschool): How do I know God is good? Through His love for us.

Psalm 19 is a wisdom psalm. These psalms guide us in how God wants us to live. David celebrates how God reveals Himself through both nature and His Word. When we consider God’s glory and the beauty of His Word, David says we can search our hearts and seek to please Him.

God’s law truly is perfect, and thankfully, God gave us His law to show us how to live. While the law of the Lord is perfect, unfortunately we are not. All of us have sinned, and because of our sin, our relationship with God is broken. But because God is so good, that’s not the end of the story. Since the beginning, God had a plan to send His Son, Jesus. Jesus, who is God Himself, came as a man and lived a perfect life so He could be the perfect sacrifice for us. He died on the cross, rose again, and through His victory over sin and death, we can now have a restored relationship with God and live out the purpose He created us for.

Monthly Memory Verse: The Lord is good to all, and His mercy is over all that He has made. (Psalm 145:9)

Waiting is rarely easy. Whether you’re waiting on an answer from God, a change in circumstances, or the fulfillment of a promise, the temptation is often to become distracted, discouraged, or disengaged. But what if God has something for us to do in the waiting?

This Sunday, we’ll look at 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15 and discover that the Christian life is not about sitting still until Jesus returns. Instead, believers are called to stay on mission, live as an example to others, and remain faithful in the everyday work God has placed before them.

Join us as we explore what it means to work while we wait and how a life of purpose today prepares us for the promises of tomorrow.

Week 4: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- if your child is attending Kids Camp (overnight at Hargis) there is a mandatory parent meeting THIS Sunday after church! Lunch provided.

James (James 2:1–17)
Brite Idea: God helps us love others.  
Big Question (Preschool): Who can we ask for help? We can ask God!

James became a leader of the Jerusalem church. His letter offers wisdom for all believers. In James 2, he teaches not to show favoritism, emphasizing that both the rich and poor are equally loved by God. Showing mercy instead of judgment reflects true faith. Faith in Jesus should inspire actions that help others, especially those in need. God's love is for everyone, and trusting in Jesus brings eternal life.

God loves everyone, rich or poor, tall or short, popular or not. He wants all people to know Him. He loves everyone in the world so much that He sent Jesus to die on the cross for everyone’s sin. Because He rose from the dead, He made a way for those who trust in Him to have eternal life. Romans 10:23 says: For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.

Monthly Memory Verse: May God equip you with everything good that you may do His will, working in us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ. (Hebrews 13:21a)

Father's Day can stir up a lot of different feelings. For some, it's a day full of gratitude and memories of a dad who showed up, who pointed the way, who loved well. For others, it's harder. The absence is louder than the celebration.

Wherever you land this weekend, there's good news. We have a Father in heaven who never walks away, never grows tired, never falls short. He's the perfect picture of what every earthly dad is trying, in their own way, to reflect.

This Sunday, we're celebrating the fathers in our church family and turning our hearts toward the One who fathers us all. Whatever your story, there's a seat for you here. Come join us.

Week 3: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- Summer camp registrations are open including day camps and Kids overnight camp

Timothy (1 & 2 Timothy)
Brite Idea: God helps His people have faith.
Big Question (Preschool): Who can we ask for help? We can ask God!

Paul met Timothy during his missionary journeys. Timothy had been raised by his mother and grandmother to believe in God, and he became a follower of Jesus. He helped Paul as Paul shared Jesus and began churches. Timothy became a pastor. Paul wrote him two letters, instructing him how to best lead the church and reminding him that tough times would come. Paul encouraged Timothy to be an example to the believers even though he was young. Paul’s letters to Timothy teach us that we have a role to play in helping God’s church.

In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, he calls Jesus the “head of the church.” While He uses His people to work and serve, He is the one in charge and the One the church is all about. Jesus loves the church and gave Himself for believers by dying on the cross. The church’s job now is to worship Him and to tell the world about Him.

Monthly Memory Verse: May God equip you with everything good that you may do His will, working in us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ. (Hebrews 13:21a)

Week 2: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! Check out what we're learning this weekend:

Announcements: 
- Summer camp registrations are open including VBS and Kids (overnight) camp

Faith (Hebrews 11:1–12:2)
Brite Idea: God helps His people have faith.
Big Question (Preschool): Who can we ask for help? We can ask God! 

The book of Hebrews emphasizes the importance of faith. Hebrews 11 highlights examples of faith, such as Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Moses and Joshua, who trusted God despite not seeing the outcome. These individuals are called a "great cloud of witnesses," encouraging believers to trust in God. Hebrews 11:6 stresses that faith is necessary to please God. Salvation comes through faith in Jesus, who makes a right relationship with God possible only through His grace.

Hebrews 11:6 says, And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him. The Bible teaches us that we cannot be saved from our sins by anything we do. Only by His grace are we saved when we have faith in Jesus and what He did for us. When we place our faith in Jesus and believe He is the Savior, we can draw near to God and have a right relationship with Him.  

Monthly Memory Verse: May God equip you with everything good that you may do His will, working in us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ. (Hebrews 13:21a)

God calls us to trust His Word rather than ourselves. We must respond to Him today, before our hearts become hardened to His voice. Our feelings and instincts can be misleading, but God’s wisdom is always trustworthy.

As we walk in obedience and rely on His guidance instead of our own understanding, we learn to let go of self-reliance and follow His path with confidence.