For the seasons of Lent and Easter we will be journeying through Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7). In this series we will be highlighting the Sermon as the narrow path and firm foundation for true flourishing and wholeness. Through our series in the Beatitudes last Fall, we saw that Jesus invites us to live counter-culturally—pursuing, among other things, humility, mercy, and righteousness. As we turn our attention to the rest of Jesus’ teachings, we will discover that He reveals the path of integrity, peace, and purity.
This series will emphasize two ways in which Jesus summarizes His teachings in the Sermon: the narrow path and the firm foundation. In a world that offers us fulfillment in fleeting things and momentary flourishing, Jesus' teachings provide the path and solid rock on which lasting joy and purpose are found. This series will take us through both the seasons of Lent and Easter because it is the Sermon on the Mount which shows us both our need for the cross of Christ and the resurrected life the Spirit of God enables us to live in Christ.
Today’s Worship
Jesus Paid It All
It was Finished Upon that Cross
Jesus is Alive
Scripture
Matthew 6:1-4
Message
Hidden Generosity
Glorious Day
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Alpha Nights start Thursday, May 8, at 6:00 pm! Please register via our website.
Children’s Discipleship:
The Children’s Discipleship classes will resume today, April 27. The final Sunday will be Sunday, May 11.
Intergenerational Discipleship:
We continue the intergenerational cohort of the Practicing the Way course. We will meet in the youth room downstairs following the service at 11:15 am.
LOCAL NEEDS
The April Mission of the Month is the American Red Cross.
Mobile Food Bank:
We will have another mobile food bank here on Saturday, May 3, from 9-11 am. If you would like to help out, please sign up via our website.
Personal Needs Closet:
Provides personal hygiene items and cleaning supplies to families in need. Please place donations in the baskets under the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.
Friends with Health Concerns:
Mark B, June B, John B, Joe C, Howard J. C, Don F, Sandy F, Nancy F, John F, Carol G, Kathy G, Roland H, Diane K, Barb K, Dave N, Yvonne N, Marcia N, Wayne S.
Life Groups:
Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray, serve, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce at bterhaar@comcast.net.
Wednesday Night Discipleship:
Jr. High Youth (6th - 8th grade) - 6:15- 7:30 pm
Sr. High Youth (9th - 12th grade)- 7:00-9:00 pm
Prayer Requests:
Prayer Chain: icrcprayer@icrclansing.org
You may also submit requests via our “Prayer Box” located near the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary, call the church office, or reach out to Marcia J., the leader of our prayer team directly.
If you would like to become a part of the Prayer Chain, please contact the Church Office