News
- The Elder Deacon Board has approved to nominate Pastor Weiyang “William” Sun as Associate Pastor of the Chinese Ministry for a two-year term. Member Voting begins today and ends May 17. Church members, please pray over this and vote. E-ballot is delivered via: 1) Email [email protected] 2) Text (SMS): (877) 225-8712.
- Church Retreat will be in Camp Pinerock in Prescott May 22-25. Our speaker is Pastor Enoch Liao. Registration until May 10. If you desire to stay in a hotel, reserve as soon as possible.
- Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:30-8:30pm (Zoom: 233 085 786; PW 007276). Contact P. Larry ([email protected]) for info.
- The church is hiring a full-time secretary. Info can be found on gpccc.org. If you feel led or called, contact Elder Po-Chou Lin ([email protected]).
- Mother’s Day is next week. We encourage families to spend time together so there are no adult 2nd Hour classes. There will be youth and children classes. There will be a special lunch & flowers.
- Chinese School Commencement is today, 1:40pm. All are welcome.
- Make a Connection
- Thursday Bible Studies…
- Open to all, studying the book of Job, 6:00-8:00pm at Marcus & Corina’s. Contact Marcus Bejot ([email protected]) for info.
- Crossroads (Young Adults) Bible Study each Thursday at 7:00pm at the church office CO204. Contact P. Steve ([email protected]) for info.
- Emmanuel Fellowship Potluck and Bible study is Fri., May 8, 7-9pm in church office 206. Contact Tom Gates ([email protected]) for info.
- Toddler Families “ConnecTime” Sat, May 9, in D-Building at 11am-12:30pm. Contact P. Steve ([email protected]) for info.
- Young Families “ConnecTime” Sun,, May 17 in room B-203 during 2nd hour (11:15-12:30). Contact P. Steve ([email protected]) for info.
- Thursday Bible Studies…
- Next Generation Ministry
- Awana Closing Ceremony: Fri., May 15, 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.
- 2026 VBS is June 15-19, 6:30pm-9:15pm. Register by May 31 to get a shirt. Register and volunteer info here.
- Youth Camp (June 25-28) is for incoming 7th graders to graduating seniors. Late Registration is $365 (ends May 31). Registration and more info here.
2nd HOUR: Serving, Equipping, Connecting
Serving: To find out how you can serve, contact P. Larry ([email protected])
Equipping: (Sundays 11:15am-12:25pm) Mar.-May 2026
Youth – Bible Studies for Life (Youth Center) Various teachers
College & 12th Grade – Inductive Bible Study: Ephesians (D-203) P. Chris
Patchwork Sisters: The Way of Wisdom (B-204) Various teachers
Gospel Project – Life of Christ (B-110) Nathan Palmer
Book of Genesis (CO-206) Marcus Bejot
WORD: David as a Refugee
Larry Lee • 1 Samuel 27-31
David’s Deception (1 Sam. 27)
Saul’s Distress (1 Sam. 28)
David’s Deliverance (1 Sam. 29-30)
Saul’s Death (1 Sam. 31)
Application
PRAY: The Koyamas
- Kohei and Linda with their four boys serve in Yamagata, Japan. They were long time members of our church before being called to the mission field.
- Pray for Linda to be able to be more confident in her Japanese speaking ability and productive in her Japanese studies.
- Pray for us to always keep our eyes focused on the Lord as we are involved in many things and pulled in various directions.
- Pray for our children, their faith, and for them to know their true identity in the Lord.
English Worship Service
| Praise | Duane |
| Communion | P. Chris |
| Welcome/Announcements | P. Larry |
| Message | P. Larry |
| Reflection Song | Duane |
| Benediction | P. Larry |