July 26, 2026
July 26, 2026
BE FREE TO LOVE
Elizabeth Barrett Browning was born in 1806, the first of 12 children. She started writing poetry at age 11. At age 15 she acquired a serious illness that gave her sharp head and spinal pain for the rest of her life. She also developed tuberculosis which caused her to take debilitating pain medication for the rest of her life.
Her poetry was greatly admired, especially by the poet Robert Browning. They had a secret courtship, and when they married, her rich father disowned her.
In spite of all of her pain and disappointment, she was free to love. Her greatest poem is to her husband,
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach when feeling out of sight
For the ends of being and ideal grace.
I love thee to the levels of every day’s
Most quiet need by sun and candle-light.
I love thee freely, as men strive for right;
I love thee purely as they turn from praise.
I love thee with the passions put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood’s faith.
I love thee with the love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints. I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears of all my life, and if God choose,
I shall but love thee better after death.
Wow! What a thing to write to your spouse! Let’s pray that we’ll have that kind of love! It’s possible through God’s grace.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Be Free to Love” from Galatians 5:13-26. We’ll talk about “Be Free to Serve,” verses 13-15; and “Be Free through the Spirit,” verses 16-26. This is one of the greatest passages in all literature! Please come and learn to love with us.
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
6:00 pm - Summer Kids' Choir
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
Men's Ministries - End of Summer BBQ BASH!
Saturday, August 1, 2026 - 5 pm
Men, join us for our End of Summer BBQ! Bring your sons, grandsons, great-grandsons, and any male friends, family and neighbors 5 y/o and up for this fun time of food and fellowship
We'll have hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages, and all the fixin's, and a dessert
Chips will be provided, but please bring a side dish to share!
Drinks (iced tea and lemonade and coffee) will be provided by the church.
We'll have lots of fun and fellowship
Click here or use the QR code below to let us know you will be attending.
If you have any questions, please call the church office.
Church Council Meeting
Sunday, July 26th
1:30 pm, Suite E
If you are on staff, a ministry director, committee chairperson, or trustee, please plan on attending.
Lord’s Supper, Sunday, August 2nd
We will celebrate the Lord's Supper during worship. We look forward to you being there for this special time.
Business Meeting
Sunday, August 2nd
1:30 pm, Worship Center
If you are an El Camino Baptist Church member, please attend our business meeting. We will present important information for 2026 and items on which we need your vote.
Women's Ministry Prayer Breakfast
Saturday,
August 8th, 9 am
Join us for a wonderful breakfast and great fellowship!
Questions? Please contact church office, (916) 488-1522
Friday, August 21st - 12 - 3 pm
Senior Adults, join us for fun, fellowship, games, and a potluck!
Please bring a dish to share and any favorite games you have!
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 Allen and team will prepare our meal for us
Menu: Pork roast, green beans, 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 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.
July
7/26 - Church Council Meeting - 1:30 pm
7/27-8/1 - Youth Camp
August
8/1 - Men's End of Summer BBQ - 5 pm - Fellowship Hall
8/2 - Lord's Supper during worship
8/2 - Business Meeting - 1:30 pm
8/8 - Women's Ministry Prayer Breakfast - 9 am - Fellowship Hall
8/16 - Kids' on Sunday Teachers' Meeting - Noon
8/21 - Senior Adult Potluck and Game Day - Noon - 3 pm
8/23 - Kids' Summer Choir performance during worship
8/28-29 - Youth Lock-In
8/29 - Big Band / Swing Concert 1-3 pm
