The Epistle (07/04/25)

July 4th, 2025
by Melanie Moore

THIS WEEK'S MEMORY VERSE

“I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.”
— Psalm 34:4-5 (ESV)

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:

DEEP DISH CONVERSATIONS

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

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:

7/10-Making Sense of God's Sovereignty
7/17-Romans 8 Deserves a Deep Dive

Contact Ursula Schuttinga with any questions.

Listen to Deep Dish Podcast

Questions?

SUMMER STUDY OF THE BIBLE’S ONE-CHAPTER BOOKS

Sundays - 9:30 a.m.

Beginning Sunday, July 6, the Bereans Class will be studying the Bible’s one-chapter books: Obadiah, Philemon, 2 and 3 John, and Jude. Given vacations and travel during the summer, we thought that it would be helpful to spend a week or two on each book without requiring a longer commitment. After discussing the background and context of each book, we’ll dig right into the text. While these books are short, they are mighty.

We meet in the upper level of the Education Building in the area near the kitchen. Wayne Rehnborg and Dave Hazelton will be leading this study.

✈️ Commissioning Service for the Hakes Family

Sunday, July 27 | 10:45 AM

During our worship service on July 27, we’ll gather as a church family to commission Sam and Hannah Hakes and their boys, Job and Simon, as they prepare to move to Cameroon. They’ll be serving with ReachGlobal and Create, training African church leaders in producing evangelistic films.
We’ll be joined by Ryan Gerbrandt from ReachGlobal, who will preach the message that morning. Please join us to pray for the Hakes, celebrate their faithfulness, and ask God's blessing over their new ministry.

❤️Missions Corner – Support Young Life Camp

On June 15, Cornerstone members approved a one-time budget line item of $7500 in support of Kijabe Hospital and expansion of medical residency housing. These funds will go to accommodating growth in Christ-led medicine in Africa. With these funds and individual pledges, roughly 85% of the total Cornerstone project portion has been raised! Praise GOD! If you’d like to individually donate or fulfill your pledge, please make a special donation to Cornerstone and denote it for “Kijabe Hospital.” Further, if you’d like to consider an Oct 25-Nov 1 fact-finding trip to Kijabe and a stay with Dr. Matt Kynes and family, please notify Michael Higdon at outreach@cornerstoneefree.org by July 15.

NOTIFY

VBS 2025 – Registration is Open!

July 28–August 1 | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM |
Cornerstone Church

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.

Volunteer for VBS

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