Readings for next Sunday August 31st, 2025

Semicontinuous: Jer. 2:4-13 and Ps. 81:1, 10-16;

Complementary: Prov. 25:6-7 and Ps. 112; Heb. 13:1-8, 15-16; Luke 14:1,7-14

August 24th, 2025

 

JOIN US TO SHOWER BABY SOPHIE WITH LOVE: Please join us in celebrating Anastasia, 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 – THIS IS A POTLOCK, please bring a dish! 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 www.amazon.com/baby-reg/anastasia-nasir-november-2025-brigantine/20NIQV25A3VPD. We hope to see you there as we shower Baby Sophie with love!

 

PARKING AT CHURCH OVER THE WEEKEND: The Brigantine Food Truck Festival has been moved to 15th Street (right in front of the church), and the street will be closed during festival hours: Thursday, August 22nd and Friday, August 23rd from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday, August 24th from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Please be mindful of parking and plan to leave a few minutes early to allow time to find a spot.

 

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!

 

ROOTED AND RISING: Join us for the next Rooted and Rising young adults gathering on Wednesday, August 27th at 6:00 PM in Room 10. This group offers a space for thoughtful conversation, encouragement, and spiritual growth as we explore how faith takes root in our lives and helps us rise to meet life's challenges. All 20-30 year olds are welcome, come as you are and bring a friend!

 

FOOD PANTRY: Our food pantry is in need of: CEREAL & JELLY! Thank you for your support.

 

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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