SUNDAY JUNE 8, 2025
There are certain chapters of the Bible you read, and then if you step back and really think about it, you find out those chapters are actually reading you, us, and everything. Acts 12 is one such chapter. It presents two characters, two paths, two cities . . . it, in Dickensian fashion, lays out “the best of times and worst of times.” It is full and compelling, and you like full and compelling things, so you should come. And you should bring someone in your life who also likes full and compelling things. Last week was for the notetakers, this week is going to be a sprawling story of two very different world views. So let go and let’s go!


ELDER BOARD UPDATE
If you have not been able to attend one of the previous gatherings for updates on the future plans for Woodcrest, please join us after the service this Sunday, June 8. We will meet at the A3 auditorium doors (nearest Kidcrest) and sit together on the south side of the auditorium for a short presentation and to answer your questions. You can also connect with the elders by messaging board@woodcrest.org.


OUTSIDE THE WALLS
Volunteers from Woodcrest prepared and served a meal of pulled pork, mac and cheese, green beans, applesauce, cookies, and lemonade to our neighbors at Loaves and Fishes on May 31. Approximately 130 servings were consumed, and we scraped the pans clean! The Dollar Club provides funding for groceries and supplies for the Loaves and Fishes meals. Our next opportunity to serve will be on August 30. Contact Sherry for information.

Our next mobile pantry will be held on Friday, June 20. Please invite your friends and family to join us – all are welcome to serve! REGISTER HERE


THE WAY OF JESUS
We’re reminded in Acts 11 that the invitation of Jesus isn’t to sit and wait; it’s to walk the path with Him. To yield, to listen, to catch up with where God is already moving. So, this week, let’s be a people who say yes to the way of Jesus—even when it’s unfamiliar, even when it stretches us. Maybe that looks like staying present in a conversation a little longer, choosing grace over defensiveness, or finally walking through the door God’s been holding open. And, let’s do it together.

OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF
• Check out Kidcrest, our children’s ministry HERE
• The Loop: sign up for our student ministry newsletter HERE
• Watch services at WoodcrestWorldwide.org
• Engage on Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
• Download the Woodcrest App: CLICK
• Last, but definitely not least: Set up a recurring donation