May 3, 2024
Dear Radiant!
We are getting the trough out again. It’s a baptism Sunday!
I am excited to hear some testimony: we’ll get to hear how Jesus has been at work in the lives of the soon-to-be-baptized.
While this is a very personal decision, it as a very public act in the midst of community. Together, we get to celebrate the new life we share in Christ.
This is when remember who we are, that we too, are beloved of God through Christ. We recall our baptism as we bear witness to theirs.
For me, baptism has the effect of washing off the scales that can develop over my eyes and mind. Like fresh waves of grace.
See you at Sunday at 5pm!
MEN’S GATHERING THIS WEDNESDAY – 6-7AM ELC
Guys — we’re up! This Wednesday at 6!
BAPTISM OR RE-AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM – 5/5
Last chance for this Sunday. Baptism is a public declaration of your faith in Jesus Christ. We are planning a baptism service on May 5th. I also mentioned the opportunity to re-affirm your faith in Christ through a public declaration before the church. If you sense God leading you to either of these — I’d love to connect with you. Text Zach — 209.497.3710
MOTHER’S DAY SECOND SUNDAY SUPPER – 5/12
We are doing something a little special. In honor of Mom’s and ALL women we are gathering for dinner together — and the guys are in charge of putting it on! We’ll provide dinner (a small donation will be requested). Tristan is organizing. If you are able to help you can text him at 209.988.0091
LINE DANCING AT DYING BREED – 5/17
Friday, May 17 at 6PM at Dying Breed Brewery in Oakdale! No experience necessary — come enjoy some community and try your hand (feet?) at some line dancing. Sign up here so we can plan accordingly. Questions? Contact Ellen Howell (209) 652-9332.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY VOLUNTEER MEETING – 6/2We are pulling together Children’s ministry volunteers and teachers on Sunday, 6/2 from 3 3:30-4:30 at ELC. This is an important meeting for safety, best practices, and encouragement. If you are interested in volunteering you are MOST WELCOME!!! to attend.
EMOTIONALLY HEALTH RELATIONSHIPS COURSE
TUESDAYS, 6:30-8:30PM JUNE 11 – JULY 28 (8 SESSIONS)
This powerful 8-week Course will equip you with practical tools to really love people in difficult situations and mature into an adult follower of Jesus.
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
This is an incredibly helpful course — sign up here.
HOME CHURCHES ARE GETTING AFTER IT!
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, and we’ll follow up with you! Groups has just recently started, so it’s an optimal time to jump in.
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.
GIVING
Thank you for your generosity and partnership in Radiant’s ministry!
Here’s the link to online giving.
Grace and Peace!
Zach
