The Epistle (06/13/25)

June 13th, 2025
by Melanie Moore

THIS WEEK'S MEMORY VERSE

“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”
John 6:35

Truth78 has lots of great resources to aid in Scripture memory, including verse cards, devotional tools, and an app. You can find more information by visiting www.fighterverses.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS ON EARLY CHRISTIAN CREEDS

Sundays, June 1, 8, 15, and 22, Location TBD

For the first four Sundays in June, Pastor John will be teaching a Sunday school class on the early creeds of the Christianity—their history, biblical basis, theological teaching, and importance for the church today. We will examine the biblical basis for creeds, and then look in turn at the first Creed of Nicaea (AD 325), the Nicene Creed (AD 381), and the Chalcedonian Creed (AD 451). This class will be taught in the Bereans Sunday school class slot. The location may change from the normal Bereans class meeting place (the kitchen side of the fellowship hall) to accommodate technological needs—stay tuned!

ATTENTION CAREGIVERS:

Attention Caregivers: We now offer two ways to join our Caregiver Group to better fit your schedule. Meetings are held approximately every other week—via Zoom on Saturday evenings at 7pm and in person on Monday mornings at 8am in the Adelphos Room (lower level of the sanctuary building). Each 90-minute session is a time to share challenges, exchange helpful strategies, and pray together.

Next Zoom Meeting: June 14 at 7pm
Next In-Person Meeting: June 16 at 8am

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We’d love to have you join us! Questions?

Email Ed

DEEP DISH CONVERSATIONS

Every Thursday This Summer (6/12 - 8/14)

Hey ladies, come join us for fellowship and some deep conversations every Thursday this summer (6/12-8/14) from 7-9 pm in the youth room as we chat about various topics that are explored on The Deep Dish podcast. Hope you can join us!

Download The Deep Dish podcast here to listen ahead of time or watch here and ponder the accompanying questions that we’ll discuss.

Upcoming topics:

6/12-Conversations with God
6/19-Choosing Contentment
6/26-Sacrificial Yeses and Necessary Nos: Discerning the Difference
7/3-Kitchen table Counseling Within Your Local Church
7/10-Making Sense of God's Sovereignty

Contact Ursula Schuttinga with any questions.

Questions?

MISSIONS CORNER

As was shared on Sunday, Young Life is halfway to raising the necessary funds to support summer camp opportunities for teens in eastern Fairfax County. Please consider making a one-time donation to support this outreach ministry to teens, teen moms, and kids with special needs in our community and give them the tremendous gift of a few days of good old-fashioned fun, pure fellowship, and to hear the Gospel through an authentic message by adults and leaders who love them. Checks can be mailed to Young Life, P.O. Box 5186 Boone, IA 50950-0186 and denote in memo line: campership VA216 or contact cornerstoneefree.org for online giving options.

IT’S TIME TO REGISTER FOR VBS!

July 28th to August 1st from 9:30 a.m - 12:00 p.m

We’re excited to welcome all rising Kindergarten through rising 4th grade children to this year’s Vacation Bible School! It will be a week full of Bible stories, music, games, crafts, and fun, all centered on sharing the good news of the gospel.

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!

VBS can’t happen without your help! We’re looking for both youth and adult volunteers to serve in a variety of roles—leading groups, assisting with activities, or simply helping behind the scenes.
A Nursery/Preschool class will be available for volunteers' children, so you can serve knowing your little ones are well cared for.
Thank you for helping us share the gospel with children this summer!

Volunteer Sign-Up HERE

SUPPLIES NEEDED

We're collecting Amazon brown packing paper to help decorate for VBS. If you have extra, please give it to Ursula—thank you!

SERVING OPPORTUNITIES:

Support opportunities with international friends

SERVICE
Provide a Wednesday night meal for IF during the spring semester and help feed students who are hungry for food and the Good News. You or your community group can sponsor a meal. Some crowd favorites that many Cornerstone supporters have helped with over the years include: lasagna, chili & cornbread, pasta with toppings, make-your-own taco/burrito bar, roasted drumsticks and veggies, baked potatoes with chili, pizza (we're happy to take monetary donations for purchasing), rotisserie chicken and salad, rice and beans with meat topping, and chicken tortilla soup.
PRAYER
Partner with International Friends through prayer. By registering, you will be paired with students to pray for throughout the Spring semester.

Please scan the QR code to choose the opportunity that fits you best!