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15
Jul '20
Reviews are in! And an opportunity to serve…
15
Jul '20
Two things for you today:
1) Service Reviews
If you were on the fence this past week about attending worship services in-person at West Bowles, perhaps you’d be interested in the following reviews from people that did attend (names have been slightly modified to protect identities):
•”I…was…soooooo…captivated. There I said it. Where’s my five bucks dad?” – Lannie Harbison
•”It was like the angels were singing at sunrise.” – Laurie Verbs
•”The welcome team had such thick hair!” – Bryan Long
•”The sound was so pleasant. It was like my ears were laying in a hot tub.” – Jon Barns
•”That was the greatest sermon I’ve ever heard.” – Nathun Harlison
Don’t just take it from these real-life people…come see for yourself this Sunday at 8 or 9am (10am has filled up already). You can reserve your spot (reservation required) HERE.
If you’re not quite ready to join in person, no problem! Due to the time required to upload the service video, it should be online by Sunday evening.
2) An opportunity to serve THIS weekend…
We have an awesome service opportunity coming up here at West Bowles! This Saturday, July 18th, from 10am-noon, we’re hosting a food drive for our friends down in Juarez.
Just pull into our parking lot and pop your trunk. We’ll have volunteers ready to unload your food donation so you don’t even have to get out of your car. It’s an easy way to stay safe and help those who’ve been affected by COVID-19. For more information about specific food donation needs, see the attached flyer or log onto westbowles.com.
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30
May '20
Before our next word or action…
30
May '20
Even now, I’m reminded that the word of God and the presence of God stands at all times and under all circumstances, even as new developments and events unfold.
Like many of you, I’ve been horrified in recent weeks at the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd. As a next-door neighbor to a Denver police officer, I’m equally horrified at what he and his peers have faced over the past 48 hours.
Times like this are feeling increasingly familiar, and the idea of ‘thoughts and prayers’ has been frowned upon in favor of visible action over the past few years. It’s viewed as a shying away from doing more by some.
For followers of Jesus Christ, prayer IS the action that guides all other action. Prayer is what Jesus himself engaged in as a priority. For Jesus and his followers, it was – and is – essential to keeping unbroken fellowship with God the Father. Note his prayer in the desert prior to the beginning of his ministry, in solitude early in the morning before he encountered people, and in the midst of various circumstances.
Engaging in prayer and with the word of God forms how we engage everyone and everything else:
•Prayer fills us with the Father’s perspective – on Him, on us, on changing circumstances, on everything.
•Prayer brings us back to the priority of the glory of God.
•Prayer cultivates the heart with which Jesus lived amongst people.
•Prayer makes us perceptive to the guidance and movement of the Holy Spirit.
•Prayer points us to the same treasure our journey through Peter’s first letter has been pointing to: the living and lasting hope that is Jesus Christ.
•Prayer brings us back to the priority of the glory of God.
•Prayer cultivates the heart with which Jesus lived amongst people.
•Prayer makes us perceptive to the guidance and movement of the Holy Spirit.
•Prayer points us to the same treasure our journey through Peter’s first letter has been pointing to: the living and lasting hope that is Jesus Christ.
To go about any of the multitude of actions of our day without first intentionally seeking the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and being guided by the word of God, is to offer our broken world far less than the living hope we’ve been given. Without prayer, we have a tendency to become people who react to all people and all things with hopeless words and actions.
May we be people whose first response in seemingly hopeless times is one that flows from our own fellowship with the living and lasting hope of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I hope you’ll come to the word of God with me this morning, as Peter’s first letter to the church points us to our living hope.
Praying for all of us this morning, and in the days ahead!
Nathan
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07
May '20
A handful of smiles, and a reminder for this Sunday
07
May '20
Three items for you to have in mind today:
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If in the midst of more meals at home, you’ve run into a meal “experiment” that didn’t go well, this little one can empathize.
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The staff here at the church is thinking about and praying for you through all of this. We look forward to being face-to-face again…whenever that is. In the meantime, our ‘Hello’ photo is up top!
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Don’t forget that we’ll be taking communion together this Sunday during the service. We’d love to have everyone view the service together at 10am. Like last time, use whatever you have for communion elements. If you don’t have bread and juice, rest in the assurance that our Heavenly Father knows the posture of the heart in the midst of it.
Have a great rest of the week!
Pastor Nathan
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Current Message
Welcome!
We want every person in SW Denver to
Belong,
Believe,
Become.
Whether you are the “shirt & tie” type or the Broncos jersey with shorts type, you will feel at home here at WBCC (if you like to wear a a shirt and tie with shorts, well that’s just weird but you can still hang out with us). Our mission is for every person in SW Denver to belong to a Christ centered community, believe that Christ is the Lord of their life, and become more and more like Christ. We believe that every age, life stage, faith background, economic class, music preference, and even hairline plays an important part in God’s Story & work in this world.
The Home Builders 1 class at West Bowles is a place for newly married, engaged or seriously dating couples to connect with others and seek the Lord. From fellowship times, to marriage resources, to unique Bible studies, this group is designed to help you navigate the waters of this particular life stage. EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meeting.
The Homebuilders II class at WBCC is a place for families or individuals with young children to come together and stay sane! Every Sunday morning we enjoy fellowship and an interactive lesson with lots of discussion. EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meeting.
The HomeBuilders III class at West Bowles is a place for parents of teens and young adults. We explore current issues and topics that are relevant to families in this specific life-stage. Each week unique teachings with rich content are presented allowing for interaction and discussion opportunities. EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meeting.
Ladies Precept Class
Ladies, do you have a desire to study scripture more in-depth but in a relaxed group setting? Our Ladies Precept Study meets Thursdays at 9:30am and we would love for you to join us! EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meeting.
The West Bowles Youth Groups provide youth with an opportunity to learn, serve, and have fellowship with one another. This is a great time to get to know lots of other youth and have a fun time. EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meetings.
GriefShare exists to offer healing, hope and encouragement to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. We hope you will consider joining us so that you do not have to go through the journey of grief alone. EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meeting.
An informal, low key study, this Men’s group meets every Thursday from 6:00-7:00 a.m. This is an interactive Bible study and allows a great deal of participation from the men who attend. EMAIL US for info on how to join our Zoom meeting.
This is a book study focused on walking closer to Jesus, designed with the busy woman in mind. EMAIL US for info on how to watch our weekly gathering.
WBCC is More Than Sunday Mornings
We believe being transformed into the image and likeness of Christ requires more than just showing up for service on Sunday. From bible studies to service & mission opportunities to recovery groups & prayer meetings, our church is committed to helping you grow closer to Christ each & every day of the week. Click on the link below to learn more.
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Want to Learn More or Be a Part of WBCC?
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And of course, the best way to connect with us is to join us for Worship on Sundays at 10am
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