January 12, 2025
RENEW RELATIONSHIPS
January 12, 2025
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were good friends while they were declaring independence for the United States of America. However, when Adams was running against Jefferson for President, they had a falling out that lasted 16 years. Finally, Dr. Benjamin Rush, a fellow signer of the Declaration of Independence, successfully got them to renew their relationship. That renewed friendship lasted until their death on July 4, 1826, the fiftieth anniversary of the public reading of the Declaration. During that renewed friendship they’d written 158 letters to each other! When Adams was dying, he said, “Jefferson still lives!” Actually, Jefferson had died 5 hours earlier. However, their renewed friendship can inspire us to renew broken relationships.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Renew Relationships” from Genesis 33:1-17. We’ll talk about “Take the Initiative,” verses 1-3; “Receive Love,” verses 4-11; and “Be Wise,” verses 12-17. It’s the amazing story of Jacob being reconciled with his brother Esau. Those two men were total opposites, and Jacob had done his brother wrong, but their reconciliation is touching and it provides some valuable lessons. Please come and help us worship the God of renewed relationships. Meanwhile, pray about a relationship that you need to renew in this new year through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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 - Awana
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/videos
Behold Your King
Studies in Matthew
Taught by Dr. Jim Meek
Wednesday
6:15 pm, Suite E
REMINDER: Church Council Meeting
If you are on staff, a ministry director, committee chairperson, or trustee, please plan on attending.
Sunday, January 12th, 1:30 pm
Suite E
If you have questions, contact the church office.
(916) 488-1522
All Aboard!
Join us in Old Town Sacramento to explore the history of railroads in California and the West!
This very special guided tour for our ECBC kids and their families is something you won’t want to miss! Invite your friends and neighbors, too. But don’t delay…space is limited!
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
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This is a free event for both children and their friends and family.
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Children under 5 years old must be accompanied by a parent.
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Please either send lunch from home or money to purchase food from a nearby restaurant.
Business Meeting, January 26, 2025,
1:30 pm, Worship Center
El Camino Baptist Church members, please attend our business meeting. We will present important information and items on which we need your vote.
Come and Sing and Make Melody to the Lord With Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs
Accompanied by the Grateful Brass with Pastor Jim and Nancie on
Saturday, January 25, 2:00 p.m., Suite E
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 $5 per Adult and child/youth over 10 years of age / $2 per child under 10
Bethia Estevez and team will prepare our meal for us
Menu: Chicken casserole, salad, sides, and dessert
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 on the link 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.
January 2025
1/12 – Church Council Meeting – 1:30 pm – Suite E
1/14 – Nominating Committee Meeting – 10:30 am – conference room
1/14 – Deacons’ Meeting – 6:30 pm - conference room
1/20 – MLK Holiday – Church Office Closed
1/21 – Finance Committee Meeting – 5:30 pm – conference room
1/25 - Sing Praises with the Grateful Brass - Suite E
1/26 – Church Business Meeting – 1:30 pm – Worship Center
1/28 – Personnel Committee Meeting – 6:00 pm – conference room
