John 14:1-7 New Living Translation
Jesus, the Way to the Father
1 “Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. 2 There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? 3 When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am. 4 And you know the way to where I am going.”
5 “No, we don’t know, Lord,” Thomas said. “We have no idea where you are going, so how can we know the way?”
6 Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me. 7 If you had really known me, you would know who my Father is. From now on, you do know him and have seen him!”
Prayer
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Sermon
“The Way, the Truth, and the Life”
Weekly Prayer Request
Josh Hopper, Jacob & Samatha Vernon and The Vernon Family.
* If you would like to add someone to the weekly prayer list please reply or send an email to tuxedo.park@sbcglobal.net
A Note from the Pastor’s Desk
To all the women of our church family, mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, mentors, and every woman who nurtures with grace, we continue to honor you today. Your prayers, your strength, your compassion, and your quiet faithfulness shape our lives in ways deeper than you may ever realize.
We also remember those for whom yesterday carried tenderness, those who grieve, those who long, and those whose stories are complex. May the God who sees, knows, and comforts meet you with peace in the days ahead.
Women of God, we thank you. We bless you. And we celebrate the gift you are to this church. Peace and blessings to you on this Monday after Mother’s Day.
Announcements
Grace Tuxedo Park Neighborhood Organization: will be meeting here tomorrow, May 11th @ 6:30 p.m. Please see Oma Barger for more details.
Zumba w/ Suzanne: Is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. (1-hour sessions). Get ready to move, laugh, and sweat in the best way!
Bread & Word: (Food Pantry and Clothing Center) will be open this Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m., and on the following Thursdays: 5/28/26, 6/11/26, 6/25/26, 7/9/26, 7/30/26, 8/13/26, 8/27/26, 9/10/26, 9/24/26, 10/8/26, 10/29/26, 11/12/25, 12/3/26 and 12/17/2.
Interested in Visiting Noah’s Ark & the Creation Museum: We are exploring a church trip to Kentucky on a weekend in September to visit the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. The plan is to drive down on Friday evening, visit both attractions on Saturday, and return either Saturday night or early Sunday morning in time for worship.
If you are interested in being part of this weekend experience, please let Pam M. or Tammy O. know.
Monthly Fellowship Calendar
- 🧺 🌭 Church Picnic: Sunday, July 19, 2026
- ⚾ 🧢 Indians Baseball Outing: Friday, August 21, 2026
- 🦁🛶 Noah’s Ark & the Creation Museum: September TBA
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.
Children’s Summer Clothes
Laundry Detergent
Bath Towels
Pillowcases
Sheets
Hooded Sweatshirts (size: Small, Medium, Large)
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)
Women’s T-Shirts (size: Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large)
Boost & Ensure Empty Bottles
Sweat Pants
