Readings for next Sunday August 10th, 2025

Semicontinuous: Isa. 1:1, 10-20 and Ps. 50:1-8,22-23;

Complementary: Gen 15:1-6 and Ps. 33:12-22; Heb 11:1-3,8-16; Luke 12:32-40

August 3rd, 2025

 

JOIN US TO SHOWER BABY SOPHIE WITH LOVE: Please join us in celebrating Annastasia, Pastor K, and the upcoming arrival of their baby girl, Sophie! We will be hosting a baby shower on Sunday, August 31st at 11:00 AM right here at the church. All are welcome to attend as we come together in love and support for this growing family. Light refreshments will be served. If you would like to bless them with a gift, please visit their Amazon baby registry at https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/anastasia-nasir-november-2025-brigantine/20NIQV25A3VPD. We hope to see you there as we shower Baby Sophie with love!

 

NEW MEMBERS CLASS: Interested in becoming a member of our church family? A New Members Class will begin on Sunday, October 5th at 9:00 AM in Pastor K’s office. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our church, our mission, and what it means to be a part of our community. Please see Pastor K for more details—we’d love to have you join us!

 

BLESSING OF THE PETS: Saturday, August 16th at 10 AM 🐾 Join us for a special Blessing of the Pets in the church backyard on Saturday, August 16th at 10:00 AM. All pets are welcome; furry, feathered, scaly, or even stuffed! Bring your beloved animal companions for a brief outdoor service and individual blessings with Pastor “K”. This is a beautiful way to celebrate the joy our pets bring and to give thanks for all of God’s creatures. Please make sure pets are leashed or safely contained. Questions? Call the church office at 609-266-7942.

 

FREE KIDS BINGO: Temple Beth Shalom will be sponsoring in-person, free Children’s Bingo on Mondays, July 14, 21, 28 and August 4 and 11 from 7-8 P.M  children in the entire Brigantine community in grades 1-6 are welcome. TBS is committed to providing a fun and safe environment for the Bingo participants. Parents (or grandparents) can drop off their children or may stay and join in the fun! A Consent Form must be completed for all participants. Forms can be obtained from the TBS office or on the TBS website at www.seashul.org. Temple Beth Shalom is located at 4419 W Brigantine Avenue, Brigantine._*Please call the TBS office at 609-266-0403 for more information. Don’t miss the opportunity for your child or grandchild to participate in Bingo and win prizes!

 

ADULT BIBLE STUDY: Our Adult Bible Study group has completed our journey through the books of Amos and Hosea. We’re taking a break for the summer and will reconvene the Sunday after Labor Day. When we return, we’ll begin a new and enriching study focusing on Women of the Bible. All are welcome to join us in the fall!

 

FOOD PANTRY: Our food pantry is in need of: CANNED SOUP & SNACKS! Thank you for your support.

 

BIBLE READING: If you’re interested in reading the Bible during Sunday service, please speak with Pastor ‘K’. Your participation is welcome and appreciated!

 

VOLUNTEERING/JOIN A COMMITTEE: Looking to get involved and make a difference? Consider volunteering or joining one of our church committees! It's a great way to serve, connect, and contribute to our church community. For more information, please see Pastor K or Sarah.   

 

SUPPORT & RECOVERY: At Community Presbyterian Church, we are committed to being a place of hope, healing, and compassion. As part of our outreach to the community, we are blessed to host weekly Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings in our church building. These groups provide a safe, welcoming, and confidential space for individuals seeking support on their journey to recovery. Narcotics Anonymous meets every Monday evening from 7:00 to 8:15 PM in Room 7. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Thursday evening from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, also in Room 7. We ask our church family to continue to pray for those attending these meetings, and to remember that offering space and grace to others is part of our calling as followers of Christ.

 

UPDATES OR REQUESTS: Kindly remember to review the prayer list and share any updates by dropping them off at the office or by calling 609-266-7942. If you’d like a note in next week’s insert, please let me know by Thursday morning. Office hours are Tuesday-Thursday 8am-11am.Thank you, Sarah Haefele.

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