Digital Bulletin
July 27, 2025
The Heart of Jesus for His People
John 17:20-26
20 “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one— 23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
24 “Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, and to see my glory, the glory you have given me because you loved me before the creation of the world.
25 “Righteous Father, though the world does not know you, I know you, and they know that you have sent me. 26 I have made you known to them, and will continue to make you known in order that the love you have for me may be in them and that I myself may be in them.”
20 “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one— 23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
24 “Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, and to see my glory, the glory you have given me because you loved me before the creation of the world.
25 “Righteous Father, though the world does not know you, I know you, and they know that you have sent me. 26 I have made you known to them, and will continue to make you known in order that the love you have for me may be in them and that I myself may be in them.”
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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
"Goodbye Yesterday”
“Battle Belongs”
“Overwhelmed”
“Made for More”
“Battle Belongs”
“Overwhelmed”
“Made for More”
Traditional Worship - 8 am & 11 am
As the Prelude begins, we gather in silence so that we can hear the voice of God.
PRELUDE “Cortege” Muffat
CALL TO WORSHIP
*INVOCATION
*HYMN "He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought" No. 128
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH “The Apostles’ Creed” No. 881
*GLORIA PATRI No. 71
PASTORAL PRAYER
LORD'S PRAYER
*HYMN "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”, vs. 1 No. 133
SPECIAL MUSIC “Grace Greater than Our Sin” Towner/Hall
TB Ensemble
OFFERTORY “Theme for Flute” Simone
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
SCRIPTURE John 17:20-26
MESSAGE “The Heart of Jesus for His People” Aaron Odom
*HYMN "Come, Sinners, to the Gospel Feast” No. 339
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE “A Time for Joy” Simone
All songs used by permission ASCAP#19-147071237, WCA/BMI #1002133, CCLI #2270382
PRELUDE “Cortege” Muffat
CALL TO WORSHIP
*INVOCATION
*HYMN "He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought" No. 128
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH “The Apostles’ Creed” No. 881
*GLORIA PATRI No. 71
PASTORAL PRAYER
LORD'S PRAYER
*HYMN "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”, vs. 1 No. 133
SPECIAL MUSIC “Grace Greater than Our Sin” Towner/Hall
TB Ensemble
OFFERTORY “Theme for Flute” Simone
*DOXOLOGY No. 95
SCRIPTURE John 17:20-26
MESSAGE “The Heart of Jesus for His People” Aaron Odom
*HYMN "Come, Sinners, to the Gospel Feast” No. 339
*BENEDICTION
*POSTLUDE “A Time for Joy” Simone
All songs used by permission ASCAP#19-147071237, WCA/BMI #1002133, CCLI #2270382
Alter Flowers
ALTAR FLOWERS ARE GIVEN TO THE GLORY OF GOD
Servants in Worship
8:00 - Dennis Stark, Bill & Ann Freeland, Patty Umberger; Liturgist- Lori Hagan
9:30 - Ushers: Craig Whitacre, Nancy Whitacre, Jeanne Fieser, Stephanie Weaver
Greeters: Liz Sturgeon, Kathy Hunter, Mark Soucek, Candy Soucek
11:00 - Marianne and Danny Spargur and Bill and Carol Parrish; Liturgist- Jereme Brown
Bread Delivery - Jody Valente
9:30 - Ushers: Craig Whitacre, Nancy Whitacre, Jeanne Fieser, Stephanie Weaver
Greeters: Liz Sturgeon, Kathy Hunter, Mark Soucek, Candy Soucek
11:00 - Marianne and Danny Spargur and Bill and Carol Parrish; Liturgist- Jereme Brown
Bread Delivery - Jody Valente
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
SUNDAY AUG 10th
- BACKPACK BLESSING:
- TEACHER BLESSING:
- NEW MEMBER CLASS:
JUDY’S PANTRY
Judy’s Pantry helps by providing shelf stable food to seniors. But they need help the 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays of each month in the morning for a few hours. To volunteer please be able and willing to lift FULL grocery bags. Contact the church office.
Judy’s Pantry helps by providing shelf stable food to seniors. But they need help the 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays of each month in the morning for a few hours. To volunteer please be able and willing to lift FULL grocery bags. Contact the church office.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
A prayer shawl is a visible symbol of God’s loving arms.
We are looking for people to knit or crochet a prayer shawl to help people, please contact Shirley Burtnett, 215-776-6613, for guidelines.
A prayer shawl is a visible symbol of God’s loving arms.
We are looking for people to knit or crochet a prayer shawl to help people, please contact Shirley Burtnett, 215-776-6613, for guidelines.
ARMED WITH HOPE - Ephesians 6:10-11
Many people are struggling with various personal “battles”. At each worship space, there are purple cards to write your favorite encouraging scripture and put it in the basket. Those who are facing battles please take a scripture.
Many people are struggling with various personal “battles”. At each worship space, there are purple cards to write your favorite encouraging scripture and put it in the basket. Those who are facing battles please take a scripture.
Donations Needed
MINISTRY FOCUS - BROWN BAG SUNDAY
Our ministry focus this week is for Judy’s Pantry & Children’s Hunger. They need shelf stable foods and help to get that food to those in need! See the listing under “Judy’s Pantry” for details.
Our ministry focus this week is for Judy’s Pantry & Children’s Hunger. They need shelf stable foods and help to get that food to those in need! See the listing under “Judy’s Pantry” for details.
NEXT WEEK - COMMUNION SUNDAY
Last Week's Numbers
Attendance
In Person 315
Online 37
Online 37
Giving
July:
Actual: 62,796
Budget: 78,000
Year to Date:
Actual: 562,664
Budget: 967,860
Giving Cards: 113
Pledged Amount $530,263
Actual: 62,796
Budget: 78,000
Year to Date:
Actual: 562,664
Budget: 967,860
Giving Cards: 113
Pledged Amount $530,263
Birthdays and Anniversaries
July 27 Bday - Doug Cannington, Kacey Keeling, Robert Nagel
28 Bday - Howard Adamy, Lorna Jean Hagstrom, Bud Stanford
29 Bday - Gary Smith, Kim Whitchard
Anniv - David & Patti Lapinsky, Randy & Lucy West
30 Bday - Nancy Dillard, Colin Figenscher, Dianne McCormick, John Metts, Carol Parrish
31 Bday - Sandy Bertram
Aug 1 Bday - April Clark, Debra Lee
Anniv - Robbie & Dianne Duncan, William & Shelley Summers
2 Bday - Lori Henderson, Bettie LeVeille
28 Bday - Howard Adamy, Lorna Jean Hagstrom, Bud Stanford
29 Bday - Gary Smith, Kim Whitchard
Anniv - David & Patti Lapinsky, Randy & Lucy West
30 Bday - Nancy Dillard, Colin Figenscher, Dianne McCormick, John Metts, Carol Parrish
31 Bday - Sandy Bertram
Aug 1 Bday - April Clark, Debra Lee
Anniv - Robbie & Dianne Duncan, William & Shelley Summers
2 Bday - Lori Henderson, Bettie LeVeille
Prayer Requests
PRAISE: Warren Fekeith – meds working for heart condition
SYMPATHY: Family of Paul Faneuf
Family of a young woman who took her own life Friday
HOSPITAL: Carol Smith, Butch Moore, Dave Coody (Fish Hospital)
SPECIAL CONCERNS: Dawn & Sandy, Jason Bond, Kathleen Hendrick, Bonnie Stam, Keith McCloud & Sharon Clarke, Danny Hood, Dell Folsom, Bill Sylvia Jr, Linda Chester, Charles Meeks, Frank Farina, Loretta, Donna, Janet Splawn, Izzy, Tim Martin, Jonas Abito, Hank Babin, Trish, Dail Helms, Bob Helms, John, Larry Grabowski, Amy King, Sammi Theessen, Pat & Dot, Gabe Hines, Denise Doucette, Ron Booth Sr, Barbara Brubaker, Bonnie Cary, Danny Causey, Barb Garich, Frank Pocica, Tom Smith, Carol Soliday, Jill Walker, Laura Cheng, Cathy Baum, Paul Faneuf, Amy Glascock, Kendall Guthrie, Angel Hiatt, Ricky Lindsey, Dot McDaniel, Beverly Meeks, Corey Knapp, Craig Kriete, Paul Praham, Justin Riley, Rod Robbins, Andre Russoniello, Matthew Snowmann, Frank Wilson, Lauren Woods, Tim Stricklin, Barbara Provance, Jolie Picou, Barbara, Carol Colao, Betty Wolfe, Otis Davis, Baby Kinsley, David Torres, Barbie King, Don, Brian Vaughn, Stuart Brandon, Kenda, Teresa Dowdy, Sandy, Linda, Ricky Kidd, Chris, Efrain Alejandro, Eugene Allen, Chloe Potter, Family of Mark & Raquel Julich, Rose Eade, Dianne Bergemann, Paulene Fenner, Jean Cicero, Mary Anne Arico, Elaine Eckler, Jaclyn Fekeith & children, Christina, Kim Diehl, Bethany Phelps, Bill Welch, Charles Bateman, Bridget Nolan, Brian Meurs, Nancy Hampton, Donna Causey, Dave Dayton, Dean Metcalf, Andrea,Baby Lewis, Ryan & Jen Alexander’s unborn baby, Leahlyn L,Karen Medsker, Cindy Malone, Linda Lozada, Izzy Thrift, Delma, Judi Dempton & Josiah, Steve Baumgartner, Pam, Shirley Rodgers, Robert & Pat Froyen, Colleen, Grace Tincher, Johanna Moorer, Mary Forsythe, Sarah, Derek, Valerie, Ryder, Bently
MISSIONS SUPPORTED BY THE CHURCH
MILITARY: Zach Abdul-Aziz, Greg Brooker, Slade Brown, John Clausen, Jake Clayton, Soren Evans, Mark Fain, Danny Frost, Charles Germany, 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, Jakob Turnage, Brian Welch, Ben Zona
CARE CENTERS: Alanson Acres: Al Guenther / Alliance: Jackie Humston, Phyllis Keesler, Ann Sears, Thelma Vickers/ Blue Palms (FL Lutheran): Bill & Bettie LeVeille, Vern & Jackie Westlake, Bob Wolfe / Brookdale: Ann Farabee, Ann Riley / Grand Villa: Katie Diehl / Majestic Oaks: Eugenia Glass, Bill Kernstock, Imogene Newsham, Dorothy Smith / Oak Villa: Frank Knight / Oak Manor: Ann Brandon / Parkside: Rocco Larry Cerretani, Myra Stone / Ridgecrest: Kay Bland / Villa: Fred Cass, Betty Moffatt / Woodland Towers: Rich & Maryln Demers, Tim & Shirley McCravey / Keystone Villa, 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, Hank & Janice Babin
SYMPATHY: Family of Paul Faneuf
Family of a young woman who took her own life Friday
HOSPITAL: Carol Smith, Butch Moore, Dave Coody (Fish Hospital)
SPECIAL CONCERNS: Dawn & Sandy, Jason Bond, Kathleen Hendrick, Bonnie Stam, Keith McCloud & Sharon Clarke, Danny Hood, Dell Folsom, Bill Sylvia Jr, Linda Chester, Charles Meeks, Frank Farina, Loretta, Donna, Janet Splawn, Izzy, Tim Martin, Jonas Abito, Hank Babin, Trish, Dail Helms, Bob Helms, John, Larry Grabowski, Amy King, Sammi Theessen, Pat & Dot, Gabe Hines, Denise Doucette, Ron Booth Sr, Barbara Brubaker, Bonnie Cary, Danny Causey, Barb Garich, Frank Pocica, Tom Smith, Carol Soliday, Jill Walker, Laura Cheng, Cathy Baum, Paul Faneuf, Amy Glascock, Kendall Guthrie, Angel Hiatt, Ricky Lindsey, Dot McDaniel, Beverly Meeks, Corey Knapp, Craig Kriete, Paul Praham, Justin Riley, Rod Robbins, Andre Russoniello, Matthew Snowmann, Frank Wilson, Lauren Woods, Tim Stricklin, Barbara Provance, Jolie Picou, Barbara, Carol Colao, Betty Wolfe, Otis Davis, Baby Kinsley, David Torres, Barbie King, Don, Brian Vaughn, Stuart Brandon, Kenda, Teresa Dowdy, Sandy, Linda, Ricky Kidd, Chris, Efrain Alejandro, Eugene Allen, Chloe Potter, Family of Mark & Raquel Julich, Rose Eade, Dianne Bergemann, Paulene Fenner, Jean Cicero, Mary Anne Arico, Elaine Eckler, Jaclyn Fekeith & children, Christina, Kim Diehl, Bethany Phelps, Bill Welch, Charles Bateman, Bridget Nolan, Brian Meurs, Nancy Hampton, Donna Causey, Dave Dayton, Dean Metcalf, Andrea,Baby Lewis, Ryan & Jen Alexander’s unborn baby, Leahlyn L,Karen Medsker, Cindy Malone, Linda Lozada, Izzy Thrift, Delma, Judi Dempton & Josiah, Steve Baumgartner, Pam, Shirley Rodgers, Robert & Pat Froyen, Colleen, Grace Tincher, Johanna Moorer, Mary Forsythe, Sarah, Derek, Valerie, Ryder, Bently
MISSIONS SUPPORTED BY THE CHURCH
MILITARY: Zach Abdul-Aziz, Greg Brooker, Slade Brown, John Clausen, Jake Clayton, Soren Evans, Mark Fain, Danny Frost, Charles Germany, 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, Jakob Turnage, Brian Welch, Ben Zona
CARE CENTERS: Alanson Acres: Al Guenther / Alliance: Jackie Humston, Phyllis Keesler, Ann Sears, Thelma Vickers/ Blue Palms (FL Lutheran): Bill & Bettie LeVeille, Vern & Jackie Westlake, Bob Wolfe / Brookdale: Ann Farabee, Ann Riley / Grand Villa: Katie Diehl / Majestic Oaks: Eugenia Glass, Bill Kernstock, Imogene Newsham, Dorothy Smith / Oak Villa: Frank Knight / Oak Manor: Ann Brandon / Parkside: Rocco Larry Cerretani, Myra Stone / Ridgecrest: Kay Bland / Villa: Fred Cass, Betty Moffatt / Woodland Towers: Rich & Maryln Demers, Tim & Shirley McCravey / Keystone Villa, 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, Hank & Janice Babin
Bible Study Opportunities
Cold Case Christianity - Mon 7pm/ Bldg 6
this small-group will cover J. Warner Wallace's book.
Foundations of Faith SS Class- Sun 9:15 am/Bldg 2
The Foundations of Faith Sunday School Class is doing 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 4
The men of Faith Bible study will finish their exploration of Ephesians in July, and take a break in August before launching a new focus in September. Questions, contact Terry Medlin 386-747-4125.
SELAH Women’s Bible Study -Rm 113/Bldg 4
Tues - 6:30 pm OR Thurs - 9:30 am
this small-group will cover J. Warner Wallace's book.
Foundations of Faith SS Class- Sun 9:15 am/Bldg 2
The Foundations of Faith Sunday School Class is doing 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 4
The men of Faith Bible study will finish their exploration of Ephesians in July, and take a break in August before launching a new focus in September. Questions, contact Terry Medlin 386-747-4125.
SELAH Women’s Bible Study -Rm 113/Bldg 4
Tues - 6:30 pm OR Thurs - 9:30 am
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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