Digital Bulletin
June 15, 2025
Father's Day
Your Words Matter
James 3:1-12
1 Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check.
3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. 4 Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go. 5 Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. 6 The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.
7 All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and sea creatures are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, 8 but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.
9 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. 10 Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be. 11 Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? 12 My brothers and sisters, can a fig tree bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.
1 Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check.
3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. 4 Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go. 5 Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. 6 The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.
7 All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and sea creatures are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, 8 but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.
9 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. 10 Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be. 11 Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? 12 My brothers and sisters, can a fig tree bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.
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Children's Ministry
9:30 am/K-5th grade/Bldg 6
3-4 yr old/Rm 124/Bldg 4
Birth - 3 yrs/Rm 130/Bldg 4 - all services
Overflow Youth in Bldg 2
Sun Bible Study: 11 am -12:30 pm
Wed Youth Group: 2:45-7:15 pm
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Pick up a Welcome Folder from an Usher. We're glad you're here!
Children's Ministry
9:30 am/K-5th grade/Bldg 6
3-4 yr old/Rm 124/Bldg 4
Birth - 3 yrs/Rm 130/Bldg 4 - all services
Overflow Youth in Bldg 2
Sun Bible Study: 11 am -12:30 pm
Wed Youth Group: 2:45-7:15 pm
Guest WiFi
Network: Friend Password: allthetime
Service Order
Contemporary Worship - 9:30 am
"Praise”
“From the Day”
“Hard Fought Hallelujah”
“God Really Loves Us”
“From the Day”
“Hard Fought Hallelujah”
“God Really Loves Us”
Traditional Worship - 8 am & 11 am
Headphones for the hearing impaired are available. Please see an usher for assistance. As the Prelude begins, we gather in silence so that we can hear the voice of God.
PRELUDE “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus”
CALL TO WORSHIP
*INVOCATION
*HYMN "From All That Dwell Below the Skies" No. 101
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH “The Apostles’ Creed” No. 881
*GLORIA PATRI No. 71
PASTORAL PRAYER
LORD'S PRAYER
*HYMN "Thy Word Is a Lamp", vs 1 No. 601
ANTHEM “This is My Father’s World” Grams
OFFERTORY "A Mighty Fortress"
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
SCRIPTURE James 3:1-12
MESSAGE “Your Words Matter” Pastor Mark Bitner
*HYMN "Wonderful Words of Life” No. 600
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE “To God, Be the Glory"
All songs used by permission ASCAP#19-147071237, WCA/BMI #1002133, CCLI #2270382
PRELUDE “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus”
CALL TO WORSHIP
*INVOCATION
*HYMN "From All That Dwell Below the Skies" No. 101
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH “The Apostles’ Creed” No. 881
*GLORIA PATRI No. 71
PASTORAL PRAYER
LORD'S PRAYER
*HYMN "Thy Word Is a Lamp", vs 1 No. 601
ANTHEM “This is My Father’s World” Grams
OFFERTORY "A Mighty Fortress"
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
SCRIPTURE James 3:1-12
MESSAGE “Your Words Matter” Pastor Mark Bitner
*HYMN "Wonderful Words of Life” No. 600
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE “To God, Be the Glory"
All songs used by permission ASCAP#19-147071237, WCA/BMI #1002133, CCLI #2270382
Alter Flowers
ALTAR FLOWERS ARE GIVEN BY BILL & ANN FREELAND
IN MEMORY OF LOIS FREELAND
IN MEMORY OF LOIS FREELAND
Servants in Worship
8:00 - Dennis Stark, Curt Brandow, Marcia Bardow, David Lapinski; Liturgist - Bill Elder
9:30 - Carolyn Mize, Jim Mize, Sue Denzin, Amely Ryan, Lucy Hudson, Mark Hayward
11:00 - Tim McCravey, Mark Julich, Diane Bergeman, Sharon Weaver; Liturgist - Jody Valente
Bread Delivery - Barb Helms
9:30 - Carolyn Mize, Jim Mize, Sue Denzin, Amely Ryan, Lucy Hudson, Mark Hayward
11:00 - Tim McCravey, Mark Julich, Diane Bergeman, Sharon Weaver; Liturgist - Jody Valente
Bread Delivery - Barb Helms
Upcoming Events
Please be sure to check out all the upcoming events on the calendar below.
Calendars
Community Events Calendar
Overflow Youth
Life on Purpose - Young Adults
Kid's Ministry
First Church Women
Men of Faith
FATHER’S DAY
This Father’s Day, there is a special gift for any gentleman (whether you are a father in the traditional sense or not) in the Parlor of the LEC. Please stop by and get your free gift from the Church for all you do in leading those around you.
This Father’s Day, there is a special gift for any gentleman (whether you are a father in the traditional sense or not) in the Parlor of the LEC. Please stop by and get your free gift from the Church for all you do in leading those around you.
VBS CRAFTING AND DECORATION DAYS
Wednesday, June 18th 6-8pm help make items to decorate spaces as the wild north.
Sunday June 22nd 11am-3pm
Join us for the info meeting followed by decorating multiple buildings for the 200 kids attending VBS!
Wednesday, June 18th 6-8pm help make items to decorate spaces as the wild north.
Sunday June 22nd 11am-3pm
Join us for the info meeting followed by decorating multiple buildings for the 200 kids attending VBS!
FIRST CHURCH WOMEN
Is taking a break in the summer and will resume meeting in September.
Is taking a break in the summer and will resume meeting in September.
CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL
Children’s Sunday School during the 9:30 service will be now be held inside the LEC room 121
Children’s Sunday School during the 9:30 service will be now be held inside the LEC room 121
TRUE NORTH VBS - JUNE 23-27
This year’s theme will be True North VBS,
June 23-27 from 9 am - 12 pm for PreK-5th grade. Registration is full!
Volunteers are needed for all areas and can sign up on the website or contact Jessica.
This year’s theme will be True North VBS,
June 23-27 from 9 am - 12 pm for PreK-5th grade. Registration is full!
Volunteers are needed for all areas and can sign up on the website or contact Jessica.
MOBILE MEALS
Last Saturday of each month we give out a free meal to anyone who comes by, behind the LEC on Georgia Ave. Starting at 4pm on June 28th.
Last Saturday of each month we give out a free meal to anyone who comes by, behind the LEC on Georgia Ave. Starting at 4pm on June 28th.
ARMED WITH HOPE - Ephesians 6:10-11
Many people are struggling with various personal “battles”. At each worship space, there will be purple cards to write your favorite encouraging scripture and put it in the basket. Those who are facing battles may take a scripture to hold onto for the week.
Many people are struggling with various personal “battles”. At each worship space, there will be purple cards to write your favorite encouraging scripture and put it in the basket. Those who are facing battles may take a scripture to hold onto for the week.
JUNE 1ST STARTS HURRICANE SEASON
Are you prepared?
Are you prepared?
- The First Church Disaster Team is looking for additional volunteers to assist within the parish and community.
- Download the Volusia Emergency Management App & Volusia Helps App for local resources this hurricane season.
- June 5th from 4-6pm there will be an in person info and orientation for volunteer opportunities with the Volusia Ready Response Corps. It will be at the Emergency Operations Center: 3825 Tiger Bay Rd, Daytona Beach.
Donations Needed
MINISTRY FOCUS - UNDIES SUNDAY
Our ministry focus this week is for Mercy Hour. They need tee shirts (L, 2XL, & 3XL), men’s socks and toothbrushes.
Our ministry focus this week is for Mercy Hour. They need tee shirts (L, 2XL, & 3XL), men’s socks and toothbrushes.
NEXT WEEK - BROWN BAG SUNDAY
Last Week's Numbers
Attendance
In Person 298
Online 49
Online 49
Giving
April:
Actual: 48,606
Budget: 77,255
Year to Date:
Actual: 473,238
Budget: 967,860
Giving Cards: 113
Pledged Amount $530,263
Actual: 48,606
Budget: 77,255
Year to Date:
Actual: 473,238
Budget: 967,860
Giving Cards: 113
Pledged Amount $530,263
Birthdays and Anniversaries
June 15 Anniv - Bob & Libby Goens, David & Holly Ripperger
16 Bday - Trey Tshappat
Anniv -Gary & Helen Tryzbiak
17 Bday - Anthea Blignaut, Evelyn Byrd, Debby Hayward, Shirley Parent, Malia Smith
18 Bday - Tracey Dickerhoff, Cindy Smith
Anniv - Brandon & Jen Steen
19 Anniv - Tony & Mary Anne Arico, Greg & Tina Spitzer
16 Bday - Trey Tshappat
Anniv -Gary & Helen Tryzbiak
17 Bday - Anthea Blignaut, Evelyn Byrd, Debby Hayward, Shirley Parent, Malia Smith
18 Bday - Tracey Dickerhoff, Cindy Smith
Anniv - Brandon & Jen Steen
19 Anniv - Tony & Mary Anne Arico, Greg & Tina Spitzer
Prayer Requests
PRAISE:Jemini Kilmer had Hodgkin's lymphoma and is now cancer free, Bill & Bettie LeVeille celebrated 70th anniversary
HOSPITAL: Joe (grandson of Richard and Maryln Demers)
SYMPATHY: Family of Rose Ferlise; Wife Holly and Family of Don Condron
SPECIAL CONCERNS: Elenor Griffin, Sandra, Warren Fekeith, Joe, Amy Glascock, Kenda, Family of Gloria Gilpatrick, Keith McCloud, Sharon Clarke, John Dillard, Tom Smith, Danny Hood, Owen Stricklin, Chloe, Robert & Pat Froyen, Bill Bertram, Pat, Colleen, Judi Dempton, Josiah, Mason, Stuart Brandon, Patty Pickett Pope, Brian Vaughn, Bonnie Stam, Steve Baumgartner, Grace Tincher, Delma, Pam, Don his wife Patty and Son TJ, Linda Tauber, Hank Babin, Ron Booth Sr, Barbara Brubaker, Bonnie Cary, Danny Causey, Barb Garich, Bob Helms, Frank Pocica,Tom Smith, Carol Soliday, Sammi Theessen, Jill Walker, Laura Cheng, Danny Hood, Cathy Baum,Jeannette Burtnett, Paul Faneuf, Amy Glascock, Kendall Guthrie, Angel Hiatt, Jemini Kilmer, Ricky, Lindsey, Dot McDaniel, Beverly Meeks, Corey Knapp, Craig Kriete, Paul Praham, Justin Riley, RodRobbins, Andre Russoniello, Matthew Snowmann, Jill Walker, Frank Wilson, Lauren Woods, Tim Stricklin, Barbara Provance, Jolie Picou, Barbara, Carol Colao, Betty Wolfe, Otis Davis, Baby Kinsley, David Torres, Barbie King, Efrain Alejandro, Eugene Allen, Chloe Potter, Sharon Clarke & Keith McCloud, Family of Mark & Raquel Julich, Rose Eade,Dianne Bergemann, Paulene Fenner, Jean Cicero, Mary Anne Arico, Elaine Eckler, Jaclyn Fekeith & children, Christina, Nick & Andy Valente, Kim Diehl, Bethany Phelps, Bill Welch, Charles Bateman, Bridget Nolan, Brian Meurs, Nancy Hampton, Donna Causey, Roy Bateman, Dave Dayton, Dean Metcalf, Andrea with high-risk pregnancy, Baby Ryleigh, Baby Lewis, Leahlyn L, Karen Medsker, Cindy Malone, Linda Lozada
MISSIONS SUPPORTED BY THE CHURCH
MILITARY: Zach Abdul-Aziz, Greg Brooker, Slade Brown, John Clausen, Jake Clayton, Soren Evans, Mark Fain, Danny Frost, Joseph Giussepp Jr, Robert Grimes, Wesley Hamm, Chance Hart, Summer Hart, James Jackson, Maykala Mercier, Matthew Miller, Arnie Mitchell, Jared Mitchell, Adam Mosley, Katie Onyundo, Caleb Oyler, Brian Privette, Austin Ridenhour, Erica Rix, Shawn Schulz, Nicholas Smith, Hunter Taaffe, Jakob Turnage, Brian Welch, Ben Zona
CARE CENTERS: Alanson Acres: Al Guenther / Alliance: Jackie Humston, Phyllis Keesler, Shirley Rodgers, Ann Sears, Thelma Vickers/ Blue Palms (FL Lutheran): Anne Kyp, Bill & Bettie LeVeille, Vern & Jackie Westlake, Bob Wolfe / Brookdale: Ann Farabee, Ann Riley / Grand Villa: Katie Diehl / John Knox: Gwen Miller / Majestic Oaks: Eugenia Glass, Bill Kernstock, Imogene Newsham, Dorothy Smith / Oak Villa: Frank Knight / Oak Manor: Ann Brandon / Parkside: Rocco Larry Cerretani, Myra Stone / Villa: Fred Cass, Betty Moffatt / Woodland Towers: Rich & Maryln Demers, Tim & Shirley McCravey / Keystone Villa at Ephrata PA: Fred Eshleman / La Crosse WI: Neal & Leatryce Deyo, / NC: Sharon Johnson / Family Care: Vi Fogarty, Joyce Hawks, Patricia Kadel, Janet Splawn, John & Carolyn Hatfield
HOSPITAL: Joe (grandson of Richard and Maryln Demers)
SYMPATHY: Family of Rose Ferlise; Wife Holly and Family of Don Condron
SPECIAL CONCERNS: Elenor Griffin, Sandra, Warren Fekeith, Joe, Amy Glascock, Kenda, Family of Gloria Gilpatrick, Keith McCloud, Sharon Clarke, John Dillard, Tom Smith, Danny Hood, Owen Stricklin, Chloe, Robert & Pat Froyen, Bill Bertram, Pat, Colleen, Judi Dempton, Josiah, Mason, Stuart Brandon, Patty Pickett Pope, Brian Vaughn, Bonnie Stam, Steve Baumgartner, Grace Tincher, Delma, Pam, Don his wife Patty and Son TJ, Linda Tauber, Hank Babin, Ron Booth Sr, Barbara Brubaker, Bonnie Cary, Danny Causey, Barb Garich, Bob Helms, Frank Pocica,Tom Smith, Carol Soliday, Sammi Theessen, Jill Walker, Laura Cheng, Danny Hood, Cathy Baum,Jeannette Burtnett, Paul Faneuf, Amy Glascock, Kendall Guthrie, Angel Hiatt, Jemini Kilmer, Ricky, Lindsey, Dot McDaniel, Beverly Meeks, Corey Knapp, Craig Kriete, Paul Praham, Justin Riley, RodRobbins, Andre Russoniello, Matthew Snowmann, Jill Walker, Frank Wilson, Lauren Woods, Tim Stricklin, Barbara Provance, Jolie Picou, Barbara, Carol Colao, Betty Wolfe, Otis Davis, Baby Kinsley, David Torres, Barbie King, Efrain Alejandro, Eugene Allen, Chloe Potter, Sharon Clarke & Keith McCloud, Family of Mark & Raquel Julich, Rose Eade,Dianne Bergemann, Paulene Fenner, Jean Cicero, Mary Anne Arico, Elaine Eckler, Jaclyn Fekeith & children, Christina, Nick & Andy Valente, Kim Diehl, Bethany Phelps, Bill Welch, Charles Bateman, Bridget Nolan, Brian Meurs, Nancy Hampton, Donna Causey, Roy Bateman, Dave Dayton, Dean Metcalf, Andrea with high-risk pregnancy, Baby Ryleigh, Baby Lewis, Leahlyn L, Karen Medsker, Cindy Malone, Linda Lozada
MISSIONS SUPPORTED BY THE CHURCH
MILITARY: Zach Abdul-Aziz, Greg Brooker, Slade Brown, John Clausen, Jake Clayton, Soren Evans, Mark Fain, Danny Frost, Joseph Giussepp Jr, Robert Grimes, Wesley Hamm, Chance Hart, Summer Hart, James Jackson, Maykala Mercier, Matthew Miller, Arnie Mitchell, Jared Mitchell, Adam Mosley, Katie Onyundo, Caleb Oyler, Brian Privette, Austin Ridenhour, Erica Rix, Shawn Schulz, Nicholas Smith, Hunter Taaffe, Jakob Turnage, Brian Welch, Ben Zona
CARE CENTERS: Alanson Acres: Al Guenther / Alliance: Jackie Humston, Phyllis Keesler, Shirley Rodgers, Ann Sears, Thelma Vickers/ Blue Palms (FL Lutheran): Anne Kyp, Bill & Bettie LeVeille, Vern & Jackie Westlake, Bob Wolfe / Brookdale: Ann Farabee, Ann Riley / Grand Villa: Katie Diehl / John Knox: Gwen Miller / Majestic Oaks: Eugenia Glass, Bill Kernstock, Imogene Newsham, Dorothy Smith / Oak Villa: Frank Knight / Oak Manor: Ann Brandon / Parkside: Rocco Larry Cerretani, Myra Stone / Villa: Fred Cass, Betty Moffatt / Woodland Towers: Rich & Maryln Demers, Tim & Shirley McCravey / Keystone Villa at Ephrata PA: Fred Eshleman / La Crosse WI: Neal & Leatryce Deyo, / NC: Sharon Johnson / Family Care: Vi Fogarty, Joyce Hawks, Patricia Kadel, Janet Splawn, John & Carolyn Hatfield
Bible Study Opportunities
Cold-Case Christianity Mon @ 7 pm/Bldg 6
Starting June 9th this small-group covering J. Warner Wallace's book.
Foundations of Faith Class - Sun 9:15 am/Bldg 2
The Foundations of Faith Sunday School Class begins a 12-week study on "Unshakable Hope." When all else seems lost, failing, or unsteady in your life, we Christians can always filter our problems through the promises of God. This gives us HOPE! (Video segments by Max Lucado) All are welcome to join us.
Contemporary Bible Study -Sun 10:45 am/Bldg 4
Studying the 2nd half of Romans and its implications for the modern church. Join us!
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7 pm/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The small group meets on Wed at 6 pm to study the book of Ephesians. We are still meeting during the summer! All are welcome.
Men’s Bible Study - Sat/7:30 am/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The focus will be on the book of 1 Corinthians.
Men of Faith Bible Study - Tues 10 am/Bldg 6
Studying Paul’s letter to Ephesians to offer encouragement. Build new relationships & faith & join us!
SELAH Women’s Bible Study -Rm 113/Bldg 4
Tues - 6:30 pm OR Thurs - 9:30 am
BIBLE CHALLENGE: READ ACTS
Starting June 9th this small-group covering J. Warner Wallace's book.
Foundations of Faith Class - Sun 9:15 am/Bldg 2
The Foundations of Faith Sunday School Class begins a 12-week study on "Unshakable Hope." When all else seems lost, failing, or unsteady in your life, we Christians can always filter our problems through the promises of God. This gives us HOPE! (Video segments by Max Lucado) All are welcome to join us.
Contemporary Bible Study -Sun 10:45 am/Bldg 4
Studying the 2nd half of Romans and its implications for the modern church. Join us!
Wed Bible Study - Wed 6-7 pm/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The small group meets on Wed at 6 pm to study the book of Ephesians. We are still meeting during the summer! All are welcome.
Men’s Bible Study - Sat/7:30 am/Rm 113/Bldg 4
The focus will be on the book of 1 Corinthians.
Men of Faith Bible Study - Tues 10 am/Bldg 6
Studying Paul’s letter to Ephesians to offer encouragement. Build new relationships & faith & join us!
SELAH Women’s Bible Study -Rm 113/Bldg 4
Tues - 6:30 pm OR Thurs - 9:30 am
BIBLE CHALLENGE: READ ACTS
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Church Merch
We now have various items with our church logo available to order, offered at cost and with color choices. HERE
Contact Church Staff: https://www.firstchurchdeland.org/our-staff
APP: First Church DeLand
Church Merch
We now have various items with our church logo available to order, offered at cost and with color choices. HERE