August 23, 2026
August 23, 2026
CARE FOR THE CHURCH
When I was in high school in Scottsdale, Arizona, our church youth group went on a retreat. The first night some of the youth had an all-night prayer meeting. The next morning some of the youth leaders heard about it and weren’t happy. They called for a meeting of all the youth.
Some of the leaders felt that the all-night prayer meeting was developing division through hyper-spirituality. In the debate, the attendees became divided into two camps: the “spiritual” youth and the ordinary ones. I had friends on both sides. I just wanted everyone to get along and love each other. There was one youth leader who expressed that very thought. He was the gymnastic teacher at one of the high schools. He was physically trim, tanned, handsome and loving.
The church ended up being split. It broke my heart to see the “spiritual” ones leaving the church. It has always broken my heart when people leave the church. Paul taught that everything must be done in love. I have always felt that sticking with a church through thick and thin was the most loving thing to do.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Care for the Church” from Acts 20:27-38. We’ll talk about “Shepherd the Church,” verses 27-31; and “Give,” verses 32-38. This is Paul’s instructions to the Ephesian elders whom he figured he’d never see again until they got to heaven. It’s a moving and wonderful passage. Please join us Sunday as we learn from it.
Love,
Jim Meek
Join us for Bible Study and Worship Service
Sunday
9 am - Bible Study for all ages
Pastor Jim's Adult Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
10:30 am - Worship Service
live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Wednesday
5:15-6 pm - Wednesday Night Dinner
6:00 PM - Youth
6 PM - Young Adults (beginning September 9th) - Room 235
6:00 pm - Awana Starting September 9, 2026
6:15 pm Bible Study - Adults
Pastor Jim's Wednesday Night Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Thursday
10:30 am - Women's Life Group and Prayer - Bldg. 100, Women's Center
Daily Devotionals with
Pastor Jim Meek!
Join us Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am for an inspiration devotional message from Dr. Jim Meek
Live steamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/vid
Let us know you are interested in serving on the Worship or Tech Teams! Click here, or use the QR code below!
Nostalgic Swing Concert
Saturday, August 29th, 1 pm
Worship Center
Featuring: Nostalgic Big Band
Genre: Pop, Swing, Latin, Classic and
Traditional Jazz
Playing Popular tunes of the 40s—80s
Sponsored by—Every 5th Saturday Afternoon At 1 Concert
(where it's always free to donate)
Use the QR code above or click here to register!
Young Adult Wednesday Night Bible Study
Join us Wednesdays
beginning September 9th
6 pm Room 235
Questions? Please see Danny Hur or Ed Stewart or call the church office
(916) 488-1522
Father & Kids Camping Weekend!
Friday, September 11th - Sunday, September 13th
TBD - More information to follow
To help us plan better, click on the graphic above or use the QR Code below to let us know you are interested in this fun-filled trip.
Be Faithful to the End
Studies in the book of Hebrews
Taught by Dr. Jim Meek
Wednesday
6:15 pm, The Chapel
Pastor Jim's sermon notes are on the YouVersion Bible App under the Live Events.
- In the app, go to "More" then Events
- If you are local to the Sacramento area, you should be able to find the event for El Camino Baptist Church.
Our sermons are recorded and available on our website and our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos). You may also request a complementary DVD. Just email or call the church office and give the date of the sermon and your mailing address and we'll get one out to you as soon as possible. Please allow 7-10 business days to receive it. You may also pick it up in the office once you are notified it is ready. Thank you!
Join us for our
Visitation Ministry
Thursdays, 3 pm
Meet in the church office
5:15 - 6 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Suggested donation $6 per Adult and child/youth over 10 years of age / $3 per child under 10
Betty Raiford and team will prepare the meal
Questions? Call the church office (916) 488-1522
Directory Update
We want to be sure we can keep in touch with you in order to minister to your needs. Please help us by updating your contact information. Simply click here or use the QR code below and complete the Directory Update Form. Thank you!
Have You Lost Something?
We have lots of items (Bibles, ear buds, keys, and many other things) that have been turned into the office. If you have lost something, please stop by the church office during normal operating hours and check our Lost and Found! You may find your long, lost treasure! Questions? Call the church office, (916) 488-1522.
August
8/23 - Kids' Summer Choir performance during worship
8/28-29 - Youth Lock-In
8/29 - Big Band / Swing Concert 1-3 pm
September
9/5 - Men's Ministry Prayer Breakfast - 8 am
9/7 - Church Office Closed for Labor Day
9/9 - Awana Begins - 6 pm
9/11-13 - Men's Ministry Father/Son Campout
9/12 - Women's Ministry Prayer Breakfast
9/18 - Senior Adult Potluck and Game Day - Noon-3pm
9/20 - Church Homecoming!
