This Week & Beyond

From the Pastor's Desk
Rediscovering the Power of Prayer - Reflections on Jonah's Journey
Dear Church Family,
I can’t believe it has been 5 months since my family and I moved here. I am thankful for the opportunity that God has given us to be with you. I pray God will continue to give us direction and guidance for the future of One Church. We are learning and growing together.
Last Sunday we explored the story of Jonah, focusing on his prayer from inside the fish. We examined how God responds to our cries for help, even when we've strayed from His path. The message emphasized the importance of persistent prayer, remembering God in all circumstances, and recognizing that salvation comes from the Lord alone. We all were challenged to renew our prayer life and trust in God's ability to work miracles in seemingly hopeless situations.
Takeaways:
God is always ready to respond when we call out to Him, regardless of our past disobedience.
We shouldn't wait for dire circumstances to pray; instead, we should begin everything with prayer.
It's easy to forget God or put Him "on a shelf" when life is comfortable, but we're called to remember Him in all seasons.
I encourage you to reflect on areas of your life where you may have given up on prayer. What relationships, situations, or dreams have you stopped bringing before God?
Let's challenge ourselves to pray again, with renewed passion and faith, for those things we've set aside.
May God bless you and keep you close to Him this week.
In Christ's love,
^PJ

All-Church “Day of the Nations” Lunch
Sunday | September 14 | 12:30 pm
All are invited to join in this special lunch in celebration of Day of the Nations, inspired by National Hispanic Heritage Month. Lunch will begin at approximately 12:30 pm when English Sunday School and the Spanish worship service ends. Bring a dish to share from your native state or country and label it somehow so each dish is identified for us. Sign up to bring a dish on the link below.. The dish should feed 10-15 people.
Comida | “Día de las Naciones”
Domingo | 14 de Septiembre | 12:30pm
Todos están invitados a unirse a este almuerzo especial en celebración del Día de las Naciones, inspirado por el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. El almuerzo comenzará aproximadamente a las 12:30 p.m., al terminar la Escuela Dominical en inglés y el servicio de adoración en español. Por favor, trae un platillo para compartir de tu estado o país de origen y etiquétalo de alguna manera para que podamos identificarlo. El Platillo debe ser para entre 10-15 personas.
MomCo (for Mothers of Preschoolers)
1st & 3rd Thursdays | 9:00 - 11:00 am | Café Classroom
Beginning September 18
Yearly Fee: $100 (payment plans available)
Childcare is provided (birth - pre-K) beginning at 8:45 am. MOPS is a global faith-based mentorship and Bible study program. Join us on September 18.
Women’s Ministry Council Meeting
Sunday | September 21 | 2:00-3:00 pm | Café Classroom
All women are welcome and encouraged to come be a part of this planning
meeting for current and future events.
Reunión del Consejo del Ministerio de Mujeres
Domingo | 21 de Septiembre | 2:00-3:00 pm | Aula Café
Todas las mujeres son bienvenidas y alentadas a venir a ser parte de esta reunión de planificación para eventos actuales y futuros.
Men’s Breakfast
Saturday | September 27 | 8:00 am
All men are invited on the last Saturday of each month. Plan to come together
here at the church to start the day with a good meal and a great bunch of guys!
Breakfast will be provided. Donations are suggested to underwrite the food cost.
Desayuno de Hombres
Sábado | 27 de Septiembre | 8:00 a.m
Todos los hombres están invitados el último sábado de cada mes. ¡Planifique reunirse aquí en la iglesia para comenzar el día con una buena comida y un gran grupo de hombres! Se agradecerán las donaciones para ayudar a cubrir el costo de la comida.
Alabaster Offering
Sunday | September 28 | During Worship Services
As part of a denomination with ministry initiatives in 162 different world areas, One
Church strives to assist these ministries in impacting their communities. One such
way is through Alabaster—a semi-annual offering where proceeds go towards the
purchase of property and construction of ministry facilities literally around the
world. September 28 is designated as Alabaster Sunday but you can give anytime, designating your contribution as “Alasbaster”.
Ofrenda de Alabastro
Domingo | 28 de septiembre | Durante los servicios de adoración
Como parte de una denominación con iniciativas ministeriales en 162 áreas del mundo diferentes, One Church se esfuerza por ayudar a estos ministerios a impactar a sus comunidades. Una de esas formas es a través de Alabastro, una ofrenda semianual donde las ganancias se destinan a la compra de propiedades y a la construcción de instalaciones ministeriales literalmente en todo el mundo. El 28 de septiembre está designado como el domingo de Alabastro, pero puedes dar en cualquier momento, designando tu contribución como "Alabastro".

Man Camp 2025: Courage is Your Command
November 7-9 | Camp Buckner, Burnet, Texas
Cost: $145/person until Sept 21 ($159 after the 21st)
Amazing food, great speakers, discipleship opportunities, friendly competitions. Skeet shoot, human foosball, disc golf, fishing, golf, off-road adventure, and much more. Deluxe rooms are first-come, first-served.
REGISTER HERE
7 al 9 de noviembre | Campamento Buckner, Burnet, Texas
Costo: $145 por persona hasta el 21 de septiembre ($159 después del 21)
Comida increíble, excelentes oradores, oportunidades de discipulado, competencias amistosas. Tiro al plato, futbolito humano, disc golf, pesca, golf, aventura en vehículos todoterreno y mucho más. Las habitaciones de lujo se asignarán por orden de llegada.
