Q & A: Sunday August 8th
We all have questions. Most of the time we are scared to ask them. Whether it is in a class room, church, or the workplace our questions need answers. Often there is usually a simple answer to the questions we have…but when they go unasked we never know. So, we are inviting you to ask your questions this August 8th. At both services we will take the questions you submit and offer Biblical answers to your questions. So, here is how you get your questions submitted:
- Send an email to Pastor Phil with your question: phil@pinoaks.org
- Post your question on our Facebook Group.
- Write it down and put it in the offering box on Sunday.
- Send us a Tweet from your Twitter Account. Make sure you follow @POCF
There you have it. It is that easy. Then make sure and show up August 8th to see if your question is answered.
Sermon Series: Finish the Race
The last part of our 2 Timothy series begins this week. We will also be celebrating the incredible works that God has done in our Student Ministry. Don’t miss this week! 9:00 and 10:30 service will highlight the incredible things God has done in changing the lives of 10+ students. Come ready to experience God.
VBS is almost here!
Sign up by visiting the children’s ministry page today!
2 Timothy Series: Chapter 3
The series begins Sunday, July 4th at 9:00 am and 10:30 am services.
Baptism Sunday Is In 2 Weeks!
The life change that happens when a person gives their life to Jesus is bet summed up in this symbol of celebration. A glimpse into the fact that God has made us new in and by His power. We are re-purposed for His mission, His call, and His will. It is a choice to follow Christ and an honor to serve Him. Baptism is a celebration of being set free from sin through the work that Jesus did on the cross. Baptism is a great opportunity to tell your family, friends, neighbors, and classmates that a changed has taken place in your life.
If you need to be baptized speak with or email Pastor Phil at your earliest convenience. We are looking forward to celebrating the work God has done in the life of those being baptized. Hope you will mark your calendar and plan on being here for this one! It’ is gonna be great.
It’s Time We Pray Together
As our city has suffered some rough weeks it has become clear that we need to gather our community in prayer. Not just our church, but the community. A city wide prayer service has been planned for next Wednesday, May 19th at 6:30 PM and we would like to invite you and all your friends to come and join others in a time of concentrated prayer and worship on behalf of our city. We will be praying for the hurts of our people, city government, public services like Fire and Police, schools and their administrators, and the work of the churches in the area. I hope you will make it a priority to join us and many others as we join together in prayer.
People of the Rut: Part 2
“Contemporvant Growtivation!” What a buzz. A recent viral video produced and released by NP church has created quite a stir. Blogs and websites around the Christian community are posting off the charts and receiving comments galore. Why all the fuss you ask? Here is why. Watch this quick video and enjoy the tongue in cheek presentation of what happens week in and week out across America and the world in churches…
“Sunday’s Coming” Movie Trailer from North Point Media on Vimeo.
So, I will chime in with a couple comments of my own since our last post, People of the Rut, hits close to home with this video. First, let me say, I laughed so hard at this video it made me cry. Because it is FUNNY. Yes, I was challenged too…here were some of the things I thought:
What do we do each week, every week, that has great value?
What do we do each week, every week, and no one knows why?
Has the “rut of routine” gotten so deep that all we do is laugh at this video, and miss a greater set of truths?
Have our methods become so predictable and planned that they no longer represent a genuine “effort” on our part?
If I think this represents something true about my church, is there something I need to do correct or fortify our course as a church?
These are the questions I am thinking through and invite you to share your thoughts as well. There will be another post after I have had more time to chew on my own revelations. One thing is for sure, I love our large group gatherings each week and what they do to encourage and push us forward. We are earnestly seeking God and His best through us in reaching others and that is a great foundation…the only foundation…and examining that “base” is a good habit that protects us. Looking forward to your thoughts in the comments…
New Member Class: May 16th
Every other month we meet to outline why we have a membership process at Pin Oaks. Our goal is to help you clearly see the investment the Bible asks every Christian to make to a local church. It is a whole life investment that gives God the reigns and then He sets you free about His eternal work. It is about cooperation, accountability, and encouragement. Ultimately it is for the sake of Christ in our community of Anna, Texas. We invite you to join us this February 21st at 6:00 PM for our next New Member Class and see what making Pin Oaks your church home means to you, to God, to Pin Oaks, and this community.
New Member Class
February 21st @ 6 PM
POCF Worship Center
Snacks and Childcare by RSVP
New Series: To The Core Starts May 16th
The second chapter of 2 Timothy is a great insight on the character and qualities that make up the core of any great follower of Christ. Each week will help you get closer to living the life Christ desires of you at home, work, school, and play. The next 3 weeks will be spent exploring these characters and qualities and how we can strengthen these core needs in each of our lives. Come and join us Sundays at 9:00 or 10:30 AM.
Restore
Easter services will be a great time to reflect on the life purpose of Jesus Christ. Even though He was brutally murdered, it was not without cause. Understanding that His death made way for Him to demonstrate power over death. He already demonstrated His power in life. The relevance for you today is that He wants to take your life and restore you to the state he originally intended. He does that through forgiveness. Forgiveness of what? Come and learn why Jesus had to die on the cross and be raised from the dead…
“You don’t have to wait for the End. I am, right now, Resurrection and Life. The one who believes in me, even though he or she dies, will live. And everyone who lives believing in me does not ultimately die at all.” John 11:25-26
You can walk in a new life…a life transformed by the power of God. We are a church full of people who were in need of restoration. We have all been made new…and we hope you can see that…and that you will join us each week as we seek to honor God with our lives. We are excited to share Easter with you and want you to come and join us, comfortably casual, genuinely friendly, and earnestly seeking God. Hope to see you at one of our two services at 9:00 or 10:30 AM.
