There's something powerful about a mother on her knees. Not the polished, put-together version of prayer—but the kind that's messy, honest, and laid bare before God.
Hannah knew that kind of prayer. She wasn't trying to sound impressive. She was hurting, and she brought all of it to the Lord—the ache, the longing, the questions. And somehow, in the middle of pouring her heart out, she found peace before her circumstances ever changed.
This Sunday, we're celebrating the moms in our church family and looking at what we can learn from a woman who simply wouldn't stop bringing her heart to God.

Week 2: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! Take a look at what we're learning this weekend!

Announcements: 
- Summer camp registrations are open including VBS and Kids Camp!
- May 31st will be a FAMILY Sunday for K-5th grade! (Sunday school will still be held).

Philip and the Ethiopian (Acts 8:26–40)
Brite Idea: God seeks us out.
Monthly Big Question (Preschool): Is God in control of everything? Yes!

An angel instructed Philip to travel a desert road where he encountered an Ethiopian official reading the book of Isaiah. The Holy Spirit guided Philip to approach the man, who invited him to explain the Scripture. After hearing about Jesus, the official believed and asked to be baptized. Philip baptized him, and as they emerged from the water, the Spirit took Philip away. The Ethiopian man continued his journey, rejoicing. God's plan for salvation was for all nations, not just the Jews.

Up to this point, most people who had heard and believed God’s message were God’s people, the Jews. But God had told His followers in Acts 1:8 that His message was to be shared with people all over the world. When Jesus died on the cross, He died for the sins of all people of every nation, race and ethnicity. He is the same Lord over all and is ready to save all who call on Jesus for salvation (Romans 10:12–13). We can share this good news with everyone everywhere!

Monthly Memory Verse: Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is Yours. (1 Chronicles 29:11a)

What makes a church actually feel like family? Not just on paper, not just on Sundays—but in the way people show up for each other when life gets heavy?
Paul writes to the Thessalonians and you can hear it in every line. He's not delivering a lecture. He's pouring himself out for people he genuinely loves. He talks like a mom holding her kids close and a dad walking alongside them, urging them on. That kind of love doesn't happen by accident.
This Sunday, we're sitting with 1 Thessalonians 2 and asking what it looks like to labor together with that kind of heart—bold, sincere, and tender all at once.

Week 1: What We're Learning!

Hey parents! Take a look at what we're learning this weekend in our NEW series!

Announcements: 
- Child Dedication is May 10th. Register on the church app if you would like your child to be dedicated! 
- May 31st will be a FAMILY Sunday for K-5th grade! (Sunday school will still be held). 

The Early Church (Acts 4:32–37; 5:1–1)
Brite Idea: God’s way is best!
Monthly Big Question (Preschool only): Is God in control of everything? Yes! 

The early church was generous, and the people shared their possessions with those in need. Barnabas sold a field and gave the money away. Ananias and Sapphira also owned a field, but when they sold it, they kept a portion of the money for themselves. They lied about the amount of the proceeds. When Ananias was confronted with the lie, he immediately died. His wife lied too, and she also fell down dead. The early church learned God’s way is best!

When we choose to do things our way instead of God’s way, that is sin. And sin always has consequences. In fact, Romans 6:23 teaches us that the ultimate consequence of sin is death—we deserve to die and be separated from God forever. But that is why Jesus came. God loves us too much to leave us in our sin. When Jesus died on the cross, He took our punishment. When we trust in Him, we can be forgiven. Then the Holy Spirit will live in us and help us to learn to live God’s way.

Monthly Memory Verse: Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is Yours. (1 Chronicles 29:11a)

Week 4: What We're Learning! 

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The Holy Spirit Arrives (Acts 2:1–41)
Brite Idea: The Holy Spirit Lives in Believers
Preschool Big Question (Monthly): How did Jesus save us? He died and rose again!

The disciples gathered on Pentecost. They heard a mighty rushing wind from heaven. Tongues of fire appeared above their heads, and they were filled with the Holy Spirit. The Spirit gave them the ability to speak in foreign languages. People from various nations were amazed. Peter explained that this was a fulfillment of Joel’s prophecy and preached about Jesus’ death and resurrection. Three thousand believed and were baptized, marking the birth of the church.

Peter shared with the people the very best news of all—the Gospel. Jesus came and lived a perfect life. He died on the cross to take the punishment for our sin, and He rose again. When we trust in Him for the forgiveness of our sin, we can have eternal life. The Holy Spirit lives inside of believers, empowering us to follow Jesus and to tell others about God’s love.

Monthly Memory Verse: For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

Ever known someone you'd pretty much written off? Someone so far from God, so hardened, that you quietly stopped praying for them because it felt like a lost cause? Saul was that guy. He wasn't just uninterested in Jesus—he was trying to destroy anyone who followed Him. And yet, he's the one Jesus stops on a dusty road and flips upside down. Nobody saw that coming. Nobody except Jesus. That's deeply hopeful. The person you've been praying for isn't beyond His reach. Neither are we, on the days we feel unusable. Join us this Sunday in Acts 9 for a story that reminds us no one is too far for Jesus to find.

Week 3: What We're Learning! 

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Jesus’ Return is Promised (Acts 1:1–11)
Brite Idea: Jesus will return one day.
Preschool Big Question (Monthly): How did Jesus save us? He died and rose again!

After Jesus died on the cross, He appeared to His disciples many times. He stayed with them for forty days, teaching about God's Kingdom. Jesus told them to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. Then He ascended into heaven. Two men in white told the disciples Jesus would return one day in the same way that He left. The disciples prayed together in Jerusalem, awaiting the Spirit’s arrival.

Jesus died on the cross and rose from the dead. However, that was not the end of the story! He calls all of us to follow Him and tell the whole world the good news of the gospel. And one day Jesus will return and establish a new heaven and new earth. He will make all things new!

Monthly Memory Verse: For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

The early church in Thessalonica shows us what a transformed life truly looks like. Their faith was rooted in Scripture and empowered by the Holy Spirit, producing real conversion. Even in adversity, they endured with joy, becoming examples to others. Their lives spoke loudly—they turned from idols, shared the gospel boldly, and lived with purpose. But what set them apart most was their expectation. They lived daily looking for Jesus to return. An expectant church isn’t passive—it’s active, faithful, and hopeful. As we await His coming, may we live the same way—ready, resilient, and reaching others.

In a world filled with uncertainty, 1 Thessalonians 4 gives us unshakable hope—Jesus is coming again. For those who have gone before us, there is a certain resurrection, not loss without hope. And for those who remain, there is a coming rapture—sudden, sovereign, and sure. One day, the trumpet will sound, and we will be caught up to meet the Lord. What a promise! We will be reunited with loved ones and forever with Christ. Until that day, we rest in His reassurance—comforted, confident, and expectant.

Week 2: What We're Learning! 

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The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13–35)
Brite Idea: God gave us the Bible to point to Jesus.
Preschool Big Question (Monthly): How did Jesus save us? He died and rose again!

Two of Jesus’ followers were walking along a road discussing all that had happened. Jesus walked beside them, but they didn’t recognize it was Him. They told Him all that had occurred over the past few days. Jesus explained to them how all of the Old Testament pointed to Him and how He would rescue the people from their sins. Later they ate with Jesus and their eyes were opened. They realized Jesus was truly alive!

God had a plan from the very beginning to redeem His people and save them from their sin. Jesus was that plan! When Adam and Eve sinned, the world was broken by that sin. All through the Old Testament, God promised a Rescuer. He gave glimpses of who He would be and what He would do. When Jesus came to Earth as that promised Rescuer, or Messiah, His death on the cross and His resurrection made it possible to be forgiven of sin and to live forever with Him. The plan God had told the people about happened. Sin has been defeated, and our broken world will one day be all the way restored.

 Monthly Memory Verse: For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

Isaiah 53 is often called the “5th Gospel” because it so clearly reveals Jesus long before His birth. It tells of a Savior who came humbly, rejected and despised, yet carrying the weight of our sin. Like sheep, we wandered—but He bore our stripes as our substitute. Through His suffering came our healing, and through His death came our salvation. But the story doesn’t end there—He rose, victorious and satisfied, sharing the spoils of redemption with us. Easter reminds us: what looked like defeat was actually the greatest victory ever won.

Week 1: What We're Learning! 

Hey parents! Take a look at what we're learning this EASTER Weekend!

Important Reminders:
- Eggstravaganza is THIS Saturday!!!

The Cross and the Empty Tomb (Mark 15:13–16:8; Luke 23:26-24:1-9)
Brite Idea: Jesus defeated death! 

After His arrest, Jesus was led away and put on trial by religious and political officials. Even though He had done nothing wrong, Jesus was beaten, mocked, and sentenced to die on the cross. Jesus was crucified in between two thieves. One made fun of Him. After Jesus died, He was buried in a tomb. When some of His followers returned on the first day of the week, they were shocked to find an empty tomb. Angels said, “He is not here! He is risen!” Jesus defeated death!

Jesus was alive and everything was about to change. Romans 6:23 tells us that the wages of sin is death. Death is the punishment we all deserve because of the things we think, say or do that disobey God. Jesus died for our sins, but He didn’t stay dead. He rose from the dead, defeating death and making a way for us to live forever with Him. When we understand that Jesus is the only way to be forgiven and trust Him as our Savior, we will live forever with Him.

 Monthly Memory Verse: For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

As Palm Sunday approached, when Jesus would enter Jerusalem for the final time before being arrested and crucified, He had an interesting encounter just after passing through Jericho. It’s a story you’ve heard over and over, most likely in the context of a children’s Bible lesson. And, it’s a great story for the kids. There’s a little guy, a big crowd, some tree climbing…. even a catchy song. But, when you peel back the layers, there’s so much more.
Join us this Sunday as we look at the principle of Encountering Christ through the story of Zaccheus - the wee little man who climbed up in the sycamore tree.

Week 5: What We're Learning! 

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Important Reminders:
- NO midweek services this week
- THIS SUNDAY we will have a family style service. K-5th will join adults for the 10 AM service. Preschool classes will still be available. 

Judas Betrays Jesus (Luke 22:1-6, 39-53; John 13:1-17)
Brite Idea: Jesus loves us while we are still sinners.
This Month’s Big Question (Preschool): Does Jesus always love us? Yes!

The religious leaders plotted against Jesus, and Judas Iscariot agreed to betray Him for silver. During the Passover meal, Jesus foretold His suffering and betrayal. Later, in the garden, He prayed but His disciples slept. Judas led a mob to arrest Jesus and betrayed Him with a kiss. Jesus was arrested and taken away.

Pointing Preschoolers to Jesus
Jesus loved Judas even knowing what Judas would do. Jesus loves everyone so much that He took the punishment for our sins. He made a way for us to be forgiven and be with God forever.

Monthly Memory Verse: As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Abide in My love. (John 15:9)

Legacy isn’t built in a moment—it’s shaped over a lifetime of faith. In Genesis 50, Joseph shows us that legacy involves knowing when to stay and when to go, trusting God in every season. A godly legacy produces more than success—it leaves behind a faithful reputation and a fruitful family. But most importantly, legacy is about purpose. Joseph looked beyond his life, trusting God’s promises and calling others to do the same. True legacy isn’t what we leave behind—it’s the faith we pass on. Hold the line—what you build today can impact generations tomorrow.

Week 4: What We're Learning! 

Hey parents! Take a look at what we're learning this weekend!

Important Reminders:
- March 25th we will have NO midweek services as it is spring break
- March 28th we will have a family style service. K-5th will join adults for the 10 AM service. Preschool classes will still be available. 

Cleansing of the Temple (Matthew 21:12–17; Mark 11:15–18)
Brite Idea: Jesus loves what is right.

Jesus entered the temple and drove out the money changers and merchants who had used the temple of the Lord as a way to fill their pockets. He said to them: “Is it not written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer for all the nations’? But you have made it a den of robbers.” The chief priests and scribes heard this and began to search for a way to get rid of Him because they feared the impact His teaching was having on the crowds.

John 3:17 says: For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him. Jesus, in His righteousness, shows how to live life God’s way instead of our own. But He didn’t teach about sin to make people feel bad or to judge them. He did it to save them! God cares about the way we live, but He knew that there was nothing we could do on our own to be saved. Jesus came and lived the perfect life we could not live, taught us about our sin and who God really is, then paid the price for our sin on the cross so we could be saved through Him.

Monthly Memory Verse: As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Abide in My love. (John 15:9)

Compassion grows from seeing life through God’s perspective. In Genesis 50, Joseph’s brothers feared revenge for their past betrayal, but Joseph saw something greater—God’s hand at work through every hardship. What others meant for evil, God used for good. Instead of punishment, Joseph offered comfort, provision, and protection. His response reminds us that compassion chooses grace over grudges and mercy over retaliation. When we recognize God’s control in both the pit and the palace, we’re able to extend the same kindness we’ve received. Hold the line—compassion has the power to heal what bitterness never could.