What does it really mean to BE WITH? Jesus spoke of the importance of just being with when he comforts Martha who was curiously (and maybe annoyingly) inquiring about Mary…
Once upon a time, a little red headed girl found Jesus, great joy and fun friends at her church. Jill thrived in the environment of Christian education from teachers who…
Holy Week is here. This past Sunday, our children called us to worship with palm branches waving and songs of Hosanna rising. Much like the first century, we have ushered…
Each summer we have the unique opportunity to minister to the children in our church and community through Vacation Bible School. This year will be no different! On May 31…
The point and purpose of Lent, is movement. Lent, as a journey, is a reminder that we are headed somewhere. This season of contemplation and confession, reflection and repentance only…
I was shocked to read that Bangladesh upset England 275-7 in a close match that dropped the English out of the World Cup of Cricket. Cricket has a World Cup?…
With the announcement of Jill Jenkins’ retirement as JCBC Children’s Pastor, plans are underway now to honor her 20 years of faithful service, as well as prepare for the healthiest…
Go, Send or Disobey: Famed British preacher and writer John Stott, preached these words early and often from his London pulpit, and created an environment of natural missions in his…
Text Connection: 2 Timothy 1:7 – “God gave us his Spirit. And the Spirit doesn’t make us weak and fearful. Instead, the Spirit gives us power and love. He helps…
Years ago, the popular TV sitcom “Cheers” had a theme song that included the words “you want to be where everybody knows your name.” We all want to belong. We…