Dear Radiant,
In his book, The Forgotten God, Francis Chan writes some provocative words:
“I don’t want my life to be explainable without the Holy Spirit. I want people to look at my life and know that I couldn’t be doing this by my own power.”
I love that. And I am incredibly challenged by it.
My life is too often entirely explainable by the power of Zach.
The power of Zach can get some things done. The power of Zach might move the needle a little bit. But the power of Zach tends to try and force things and “make things happen.” The power of Zach often fails or at least fails to last.
And I have a sneaking suspicion that I (or any of us) weren’t meant to live off my own strength.
We have a God who longs to dwell within us, that we might be his temple.
He promises to empower us, comfort us, and make us holy.
The questions is: are we allowing the Holy Spirit to do what he wants to do? Do we operate from the communion we have with Him?
Excited to explore the third person of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Spirit, with you this Sunday.
Grace and peace,
-Zach
Radiant Events Calendar
6/14 – Radiant Youth Group
6/16 – Emotionally Healthy Relationships Course
6/17 – Women’s Gathering 6-7AM – ELC
6/21 – Father’s Day Soda Bar following service
6/26 – Radiant Adoption into Evangelical Covenant Church in Scottsdale, AZ
7/19 – Lego Build Day (following church)
Emotionally Healthy Relationships – June 9 – STILL ROOM TO JOIN
Tuesdays 6:30-8:00PM, begins June 9 concludes July 28.
The Emotionally Healthy (EH) Relationships Course has been developed over a 21-year period to directly address core biblical principles to guide you and others into an experience of discipleship that will deeply change your life. In the EH Relationships Course, everyone will learn 8 practical relationship skills to develop mature, loving relationships with others such as:
Stop Mind Reading and Clarify Expectations
Incarnational Listening
Climb the Ladder of Integrity
Clean Fighting
And since loving others and loving God cannot be separated, each person will also grow in their personal, first-hand relationship with Jesus by incorporating stillness, silence, and Scripture as daily life rhythms.
*if you plan on traveling this summer — there a video streaming options for independently completing sessions you miss.
Father’s Day Soda Bar! June 21
Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads, grandads, and father figures at Radiant Covenant!We love getting to celebrate you! After a great morning of worship, the whole family is invited to head out to the lobby to mix up their favorite specialty sodas.
We brought out the syrups, creams, and fizzy favorites so everyone could craft their own custom cup. Check these favorite combos:
The “Dad Bod” – Dr Pepper, coconut, and vanilla cream
Orange Dreamsicle – Orange soda with a splash of sweet cream
️ The OG Refresher – Classic cola with a squeeze of fresh lime & vanilla
Radiant Youth
RadCov Kids
We are excited about the gift of children in our midst! If you are interested in getting involved with kid’s ministry, contact our Children’s director, Crystal Nicholson – 408.802.7061
Community Notes
RADIANT ADOPTION INTO THE COVENANT – It was sweet being welcomed in to the Pacific Southwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church last Saturday. We will continue on to “Nationals” as we pursue the final, formal step of adoption at the denomination’s national gathering in Scottsdale, AZ on June 26th.
SHARING TABLE – One fun way we practice the gospel sharing and generosity is through our simple “sharing table.” We place a folding table where people can place items that they would like to give away to others (not junk!). These items could be clothes, fresh garden vegetables, toys, books, etc. It’s free – take them if you want it, no questions asked or obligations. If your sharing items are not taken that week – please be sure to take them back with you as we will not be storing items.
BAND APP – One way to connect to the Radiant community is to join our BAND APP group. Think of this as a sort of Radiant message board — our own little social media space. People can extend invites, share about needs and opportunities.
Giving
Thank you for your generosity and partnership in Radiant’s ministry!
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
2 Corinthians 9:7-8
