1 Kings 8:10-21 New Living Translation
10 When the priests came out of the Holy Place, a thick cloud filled the Temple of the Lord. 11 The priests could not continue their service because of the cloud, for the glorious presence of the Lord filled the Temple of the Lord.
Solomon Praises the Lord
12 Then Solomon prayed, “O Lord, you have said that you would live in a thick cloud of darkness. 13 Now I have built a glorious Temple for you, a place where you can live forever!”
14 Then the king turned around to the entire community of Israel standing before him and gave this blessing: 15 “Praise the Lord, the God of Israel, who has kept the promise he made to my father, David. For he told my father, 16 ‘From the day I brought my people Israel out of Egypt, I have never chosen a city among any of the tribes of Israel as the place where a Temple should be built to honor my name. But I have chosen David to be king over my people Israel.’”
17 Then Solomon said, “My father, David, wanted to build this Temple to honor the name of the Lord, the God of Israel. 18 But the Lord told him, ‘You wanted to build the Temple to honor my name. Your intention is good, 19 but you are not the one to do it. One of your own sons will build the Temple to honor me.’
20 “And now the Lord has fulfilled the promise he made, for I have become king in my father’s place, and now I sit on the throne of Israel, just as the Lord promised. I have built this Temple to honor the name of the Lord, the God of Israel. 21 And I have prepared a place there for the Ark, which contains the covenant that the Lord made with our ancestors when he brought them out of Egypt.”
Prayer
Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Sermon
“The Church for All Generations: Changing Times – Continuing Testimonies”
Weekly Prayer Request
Bart Cambridge, Heatherlyn & Dan Faulkner, Scott Harvey, Gary & Jenny Huckleberry, Robert Hawthorne, Bryon Pearson, Doug Ramsey, John Saveley, and Dareon Winston.
* If you would like to add someone to the weekly prayer list please reply or send an email to tuxedo.park@sbcglobal.net
Announcements
October Is Clergy Appreciation Month: This month, we honor our pastors and ministry leaders for their faithful service, compassionate leadership, and spiritual care. We especially celebrate Pastor Eddie, whose guidance continues to bless our community with grace and wisdom. Let us take time to express our gratitude—with a note, a prayer, or a kind word.
“I will give you shepherds after my own heart…” ~ Jeremiah 3:15
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Zumba with Suzanne: Is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. (1-hour sessions). Get fit, have fun, and enjoy Latin music-inspired dance workouts. Contact Suzanne D. for more details.
Bread & Word: (Food Pantry and Clothing Center) will be open on the following Thursdays: 11/6/25, 11/20/25, 12/4/25 and 12/18/25.
Celebration of Life for James “Jim” R. Sutton:
Please join us for a Celebration of Life honoring Jim Sutton on Sunday, November 2, 2025 @ 3:00 p.m. here at Tuxedo Park Baptist. A dinner will follow as we gather to remember Jim’s life, share stories, and offer comfort to one another in community. Bring your best (or worst) “Dad” jokes to honor Jim.
World Mission Offering: This month, we join all American Baptist churches in supporting the World Mission Offering. Our gifts help share Christ’s love in over 70 countries through health care, education, refugee support, and more. Please consider giving to this global mission.
2025 Monthly Fellowship Calendar
- NOVEMBER 🦃 Thanksgiving with the Smiths Sunday, November 23, 2025
- DECEMBER 🎄 Christmas Eve Dinner Tuesday, December 24, 2025
Clothing Closet
The Clothing Closet 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 Winter 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
