May 27, 2025 Darrien Murphy

Edition 2025, Volume 17 – Sermon Easter

John 21:15-22 New Living Translation

15 After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”

“Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you.”

“Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him.

16 Jesus repeated the question: “Simon son of John, do you love me?”

“Yes, Lord,” Peter said, “you know I love you.”

“Then take care of my sheep,” Jesus said.

17 A third time he asked him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”

Peter was hurt that Jesus asked the question a third time. He said, “Lord, you know everything. You know that I love you.”

Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep.

18 “I tell you the truth, when you were young, you were able to do as you liked; you dressed yourself and went wherever you wanted to go. But when you are old, you will stretch out your hands, and others will dress you and take you where you don’t want to go.” 19 Jesus said this to let him know by what kind of death he would glorify God. Then Jesus told him, “Follow me.”

20 Peter turned around and saw behind them the disciple Jesus loved—the one who had leaned over to Jesus during supper and asked, “Lord, who will     betray you?” 21 Peter asked Jesus, “What about him, Lord?”

22 Jesus replied, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? As for you, follow me.”

 

Weekly Prayer Request

Heather Brooks, David Huckleberry, Dianna Huckleberry, Gary Huckleberry, A.J. Pitts and Debra Woods.

* If you would like to add someone to the weekly prayer list please reply or send an email to tuxedo.park@sbcglobal.net

 

Announcements

Monday Night Bible Study: will be on Spring break throughout the month of May.

Zumba with Suzanne: is every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. (1-hour sessions). Get fit, have fun, and enjoy Latin music-inspired dance workouts. Contact Suzanne for details!

Monthly “Can Goods Drive”: is next Sunday and every second Sunday of the month. Your pop-top cans go to fill the blue “Box of Love” near the front stairs, which supports people in our community. Drop off your cans at the labeled rack by the Fellowship Desk.

Bread & Word: (Food Pantry and Clothing Center) will be open this Thursday, May 8th @ 5p.m. and on the following Thursdays: 5/29/25, 6/12/25, 6/26/25, 7/10/25, 7/24/25, 8/7/25, 8/28/25, 9/11/25, 9/25/25, 10/9/25, 10/23/25, 11/6/25, 11/20/25, 12/4/25 and 12/18/25.

???? Church Outing to the Indians Game! : Join us for an unforgettable evening at Victory Field ballpark as we cheer on the Indians on Friday, August 8, 2025.

 

America for Christ Offering 2025

Gifts to the AFC Offering support American Baptist regions, churches, and community partners across the United States and Puerto Rico by funding grants that a ABHMS awards for a variety of purposes, including:

  • Creating new, and innovative ministries
  • Developing church leaders
  • Aiding children who are impoverished
  • Supporting the work of chaplains and spiritual caregivers
  • Promoting discipleship
  • Making higher education more affordable through scholarships

In addition:

  • Our church is eligible to apply for grants and our church members for scholarships (both our church and members have received grants).

Please consider supporting this offering.

 

Clothing Center

The Clothing Center is seeking donations for any of the items listed below.

Gently used items are acceptable. Bolded items are sorely needed.

Laundry Detergent

Bath Towels

Children’s Summer Clothes (size:4 and up)

Blankets

Pillowcases

Sheets

Hooded Sweatshirts (size: Small, Medium, Large)

Men’s Boxer Shorts (size: Large and 2X)

Men’s Jeans (waist size: 32-38)

Men’s Jeans (waist size 30-32)

Men’s Sneakers (size: 9-12)

Women’s Tennis Shoes (sizes: 8-9 ½)

Boost & Ensure Empty Bottles

Sweat Pants