October 3, 2025
Dear Radiant,
“Jesus wept.” (John 11:35)
That’s profound enough to ponder– we’ll just leave it at that this week.
See you this Sunday at 10AM.
RADIANT EVENTS CALENDAR
HOME CHURCH — JOIN ONE NOW!
10/2 – The Alpha Course (at ELC) began.
10/3-10/5 – Women’s Retreat at Mission Springs
10/8 – Men’s Gathering 6-7am
10/12 – Baptism Service and Brunch
10/17-19 – Jr. High Retreat at Mission Springs
10/24-26 – High School Retreat
11/6 – Nicene Creed Event at ELC
11/9 – Chili Cook Off
FALL YOUTH CALENDAR
YOUTH RETREATS
Our Fall Retreats are coming up at Mission Springs!
Jr. High: Oct. 17–19 (reg. closes 10/10)
High School: Oct. 24–26 (reg. closes 10/17)
Cost is $199 for students —scholarships are available. It’s an awesome weekend with worship, games, and a chance to grow closer to God and each other.
Register at missionsprings.com/pswcyouth
ALASKA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE UPDATE
John Fowler completed a service trip at Alaska Christian College this summer and is going to share about this incredible ministry of the ECC among native Alaskans. All welcomed to join from 11:30-12PM at MJC.
FIGHTING SHADOWS MEN’S BOOK STUDY – SUNDAYS @8:30AMGuys are gathering on Sundays for the next eight weeks to dig into Jon Tyson’s book, Fighting Shadows (get it on Amazon or listen on Spotify). We will meet from 8:30-9:30AM in the MJC Courtyard just outside the auditorium. Questions – contact Joe Muratore 209.534.9455
MEN’S GATHERING THIS WEDNESDAY 6-7AM
We’ll meet at ELC!
HOME CHURCHES START MID-SEPTEMBER
Home churches are getting back starting in mid-September. Radiant Home Churches are communities of discipleship in the way of Jesus and are foundational to our life as a church. If you are not currently in a home church, or would like to try a new home church, please fill out this interest form, or contact one of the leaders below and we’ll follow up with you!
THE ALPHA COURSE BEGINS OCTOBER 2
What is Alpha? Alpha is a series of conversations about things we all question in life: Why do bad things happen to good people? What’s the purpose of life? What’s next? It’s for those exploring Jesus, for those who are skeptical, for those who want to be refreshed. It is an 10 week course, but you are welcome to come to the first gathering to check it out, no commitment required. This is a great community to invite friends who are exploring faith — all questions welcomed! And more than that — dinner is included! Sign up here. The course will begin at 6PM at ELC on Thursday, 10/2* New start date.
BAPTISM SERVICE
Are you ready to make a public declaration of your trust in Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord? If you believe God might be leading you to this, please reach out to Zach (reply to this email or text 209.497.3710) for more information. Radiant is holding a baptism service on 10/12.
RADCOV KIDS UPDATE
From Crystal: We have open spots to fill this month. Let me know if you are available to fill in a spot, it would be a great help! We are always looking for Student Helpers grades 8th -12th. We need Co-Leaders for October 5th in Glow and Shine/RAD 4/5 and October 12th in Glow and Shine/RAD 4/5. Contact Crystal Nicholson: 408-802-7061.
COMMUNITY LIFE:MEAL TRAIN(S)
Welcome to world Asher Hideo Tanuma! Asher was born early this morning to Sarah and Kyle Tanuma. Congrats to them and big brother Levi. Here’s the link to their meal train.
Welcome to the world baby Margot Luke Domecq! She was born on 8/30! We are rejoicing with parents Jenessa and Luke. There is a meal train up and chugging along — sign up here.
BAND APP
One way to connect at Radiant 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.
PRAYER
Join us for preservice every Sunday at 9am at MJC near the children’s ministry rooms.
GIVING
Thank you for your generosity and partnership in Radiant’s ministry!
Here’s the link to online giving.
Grace and Peace!
Zach
[email protected]
209-497-3710
www.radcov.org
