Stonybank Community Church with Pastor James Carroll

A lovely rendition of this simple Irish hymn played for our offertory today by Eloise and Joanne

We need men whose heart is broken over the things that break the heart of God.  Men and father's who sorrow over the affect of sin in society rather than seek out its pleasure.

No, you don't have a better idea than God and no it won't be different in your circumstance.  When you stand before God the actions of others and the circumstances you face cannot justify disobedience on your part... and no amount of religious sacrifice can offset the difference.

From our series on Young People of the Bible, Samson is a glorious young man of great promise.  His name suggests he was a ray of sunlight in a dark period of Israel's history.  He started well but ended poorly.  Our prayer is that we might "finish with our torch lit"

Success in the life of Joseph

Marine, Al Groer reading scripture on Memorial weekend Sunday

Some of the greatest missionary endeavors have been accomplished by some of the most persecuted and suffering of saints. You will not be called upon to serve God in great things until you have first suffered for God in great ways.  Moses began his training with his mother in an amazing turn of events but then it took him 40 years on the back side of the desert to complete his preparation to lead Israel out of bondage.

From Joseph we learn three great lessons necessary for every ambitious young person... patience, humility and compassion.

by our handbell choir, led by Eloise

His surgery went well and they've already got him on the move.  Family is caring for Laura.  Tom and Laura appreciate our continued prayer for the road to recovery.