Newsletter for February 18, 2026

Join us for a new Family Night Bible study as we explore timeless biblical principles through the simple life and values of a small town.

From integrity and forgiveness to patience, humility, and faith, we’ll discover how everyday moments can point us to lasting truth.

Come grow with us as we learn how small-town wisdom connects with God’s Word and speaks to life today.

Supper is at 6 PM, followed by our study.

On The Menu
Bacon, Grits,
Eggs & Pancakes

Mark your calendar!
Wednesday, February 18, 2026

We would love to have you.

We are excited about our upcoming NEXTGEN event this
Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM —
and it’s going to be a great day!

We will start with a service project as our kids and youth deliver homemade soup and desserts to members of our church family. This is a special opportunity for our next generation to learn the joy of serving others and showing Christ’s love in practical, hands-on ways.

After serving together, we’ll come back for pizza and lunch,
and then finish the day with laser tag!

NEXTGEN is about more than just an event — it’s about raising up young people who care, serve, and grow in their faith together.

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, March 15

Join us for a special day with Murray Tilles from Light of Messiah Ministries as he presents “Jesus in the Passover.”

Have you ever wondered what the Jewish Passover has to do with Jesus and the Lord’s Supper? Discover how the Passover meal beautifully points to Christ and the redemption He brings.

Murray will be sharing during:
Sunday School, Morning Worship Service, and a
special Passover lunch presentation.

A traditional Passover table will be set up, and you’ll gain powerful insight into the Jewish roots of our faith and the meaning behind Communion.

This will be a meaningful and eye-opening experience for all ages.

Don’t miss Brother David’s Mid-Week Devotions.
New messages are posted every Wednesday on our media page—take a midweek moment to be encouraged and refreshed in God’s Word.

Budget for 2026 . . . . . . . .  $343,528.00
Tithes Needed to Date . . . .  $46,244.17
Received to Date . . . . . . . .  $42,836.32      
Needed for weekly budget . . . $6,606.31
Tithes Received this week . . . $5,429.49

 

There is something powerful about a small town. Not because it is quiet or simple, but because people matter there. In a small town, you notice when someone is missing. People show up when something goes wrong. They also celebrate together as well as caring for each other during hard times. Community is not just a word; it is a way of life. Whether we realize it or not, every church is like a “town.”

As a church, we are shaping the culture, but what kind of culture are we shaping? Are we becoming a place where faith is stronger than fear, where grace is stronger than criticism, where people are known rather than just counted, where families can grow together rather than drift apart?

Scripture reminds us that spiritual growth was never meant to happen in isolation. In Acts 2:42–47, we are given a picture of the early church: “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Notice the word used in the passage, “devoted.” They were committed not only to learning but also to doing life with one another. The passage continues, “All who believed were together and had all things in common… And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes… they received their food with glad and generous hearts.” Each believer had a personal faith, but it was never a private faith. It was shared, lived out, and strengthened in community.

Community shapes us more than we realize. We become like the atmosphere around us. Proverbs 13:20 reminds us, “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise.” Fear and anxiety spread when we allow it, but so does a steady trust in God. In the same way, encouragement and faith spread when we gather regularly around a supportive community that believes in prayer and encourages one another.

That is part of the reason for our Wednesday night Family Night study, Small Town Truths. While we are enjoying some lighthearted moments together, the deeper goal is building a community where God’s word shapes our homes and relationships. It is not about simply attending church; it is about belonging to one another and growing together. The kind of town we are becoming does not happen by accident. It happens when we choose to show up, to encourage, to pray together, to speak truth with love, and to be an example of steady faith in uncertain times.

In a world that often feels divided and hurried, what if our church became known as a place of steadiness? A place where families are strengthened, people are growing, and Christ is clearly reflected in how we care for one another. That kind of community benefits not just us but also the generations who grow with us. May we always see the importance of creating a loving community with the heart of Jesus.