This Week & Beyond

Published July 23, 2025
This Week & Beyond

From the Pastor's Desk

Reflecting on God's Vision for the Church

This past Sunday was refreshing in many ways. I was pleased to see new faces among us. God is moving in our midst!

On Sunday, we explored God's vision for the church, emphasizing that it is not merely a human organization, but a divine institution. I highlighted that the church is the body of Christ, the temple of God, and the new Israel. This understanding has profound implications for our spiritual life, reminding us of our sacred calling and the importance of unity in Christ.

Takeaways:
  • The church is the body of Christ, emphasizing our interconnectedness and the need for unity based on our common devotion to Jesus.
  • As the temple of God, we are called to live by different standards than the world, offering our lives as living sacrifices.
  • The church is God's chosen instrument to establish His kingdom on earth, making our mission to make disciples crucial.

As we move forward, let's remember that we are part of something much greater than ourselves. Our church isn't just a social gathering, but a living organism through which God works to transform lives and communities.

May we be encouraged and challenged to live out our calling as the church, always keeping Christ at the center of all we do.

Blessings!

-Ps. Jorge


This week & Beyond

Donation Opportunity - Kerrville Flood Relief

We are partnering with the Nazarene South Texas District to help those affected by the recent floods in the Texas Hill Country. To donate, click HERE and choose the “Kerrville Flood Relief” category on the drop down menu.


NEW: Women’s Wednesday Night Bible Study

Wednesdays | 6:45 pm | Café Classroom
Unshaken: Becoming Who We Are. Losing the Imposter, Finding What’s Real
All women are invited to join in this time of Bible study, discussion, and prayer as we begin this new series by Beth Moore. Study booklets provided.

LEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE


Teens & Young Adult Sports & Game Night

Thursday Nights in the Summer | 6:00-8:30 pm | One Church Gym
All teens, young adults, and anybody who feels like a young adult are invited to join Jeremy and others on Thursdays this summer for “open gym” nights with games and sports. Invite a friend!

LEARN MORE 

Text YOUTH to 832-400-6630 to get Youth Event updates.


Men’s Breakfast

Saturday | July 26 | 8:00 am
All men are invited on the last Saturday of each month. Plan to come together at the church to start the day with a good meal and a great bunch of guys! Breakfast is provided. Donations are suggested to underwrite the food cost.

SIGN UP HERE!


Desayuno para mujeres y Estudio Bíblico (Español)

Sábado | 26 de julio | 9:30 am

Estás invitada a unirte a nosotros para un desayuno y estudio bíblico. Únete a este evento el último sábado de cada mes. Consulta esta fuente cada mes para obtener detalles sobre la ubicación.

Haz click aqui para todos los detalles.


VBS - Vacation Bible School: Slimed

Monday-Friday | July 28 - Aug 1 | 6:00-8:30 pm | PreK-5th grade
  • Register: Click HERE. For PreK and kids who have just finished kindergarten - 5th grade. Through the life of Jacob, kids will learn that God can make something beautiful out of any slimy situation.
  • Volunteers:
    • Sign Up: To sign up for the job of your choice for VBS, click HERE. Whether you would like to teach or help in some other way, there are various spots still available.
    • Light Meal Provided: Each night of VBS, there will be a light dinner provided for all volunteers at 5:15-6:00 pm. (Enough for your own children as well.)
  • Workday: Saturday | July 26 | 9:00 am - Noon
  • Informational Meeting: Sunday | July 27 | 3:00 pm
  • Towel Donations Needed: If you have old towels & washrags that you could donate for the VBS Slime Crew, please bring them by next Sunday, Jul 27.
  • Contact: VBS Director, Ann Hill, annmhill1975@gmail.com


    Upcoming & Ongoing


    Thursday-Friday | August 7-8 | One Church of the Nazarene

    REGISTER HERE

    The Global Leadership Summit — a simulcasted world-class leadership training event — is hosted by One Church. Always loaded with practical and helpful insights that will expand and increase your influence, the Global Leadership Summit brings together an array of presenters from a variety of backgrounds with fresh content and from their life experience that will add to your skill and effectiveness in the home and marketplace.

    Carole Hardin-Oliver, carole.hardin_oliver@yahoo.com


    Women’s Pool Party

    Saturday | August 16 | 6:00-10:00 pm
    Location: Barb Miller’s Home
    All women are invited to come sit, chat, and swim. Please bring a snack to share and your favorite poolside cup. (No glass, please.) No dinner provided. Drinks are provided but feel free to bring your own favorite. Come and relax, and invite a friend!  
    Contact: Barb Miller, barbie9583@yahoo.com


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