September 14, 2025
SHINE AS A CHURCH
September 14, 2025
Last Sunday 80,000 people went to the Vatican in Rome where Carlo Acutis and Pier Frassati were officially made saints of the Catholic Church. Frassati died of polio in the 1920s, but Carlo is known as the first millennial saint. A millennial is someone born during the 1980s and the 1990s.
Carlo was born in London in 1991 and was raised in Milan by Italian parents. He became a computer programmer at an early age. He witnessed to people all over the world using computer program languages. He was a handsome, charming teen who usually wore sneakers, sweatshirts and jeans. He loved playing soccer.
He died of leukemia at the age of 15. Yet he leaves behind a legacy of commitment to the church. Churches used his skills to develop their websites. He attended church every day! He helped the church shine.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Shine as a Church” from Ephesians 5:13-21. We’ll look at “Let Christ Shine on You,” verses 13-16; and “Shine in the Spirit,” verses 17-21.
We’re having our 70th Anniversary as a church on Sunday. Our Hispanic community will help lead us in one of our worship songs. After church we’re having anniversary cake. Please invite former members, present members and future members to this celebration. Sunday School is at 9:00 and worship is at 10:30. Help us shine as a church!
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
5:15-6 pm - Wednesday Night Dinner
6:00 pm - Awana - Kids Center
6:00 PM - Youth
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
Candy donations accepted NOW in the lobby or at the church office. Cakes for Cake Walk accepted on the day of Trunk or Treat - Contact Tenille Stewart to let her know you will bring a cake or for more information
Se aceptan donaciones de dulces AHORA en el vestíbulo o en la oficina de la iglesia. Se aceptan pasteles para Cake Walk el día de Trunk or Treat. Comuníquese con Tenille Stewart para informarle que traerá un pastel o para obtener más información.
Friday, September 19th
11:30am - 3:00pm
Fellowship Hall
Bring a potluck dish!
Please let us know you will be attending and what you’ll be bringing by CLICKING HERE. You may use the QR code below as well.
Bring your favorite game or choose from such games as Mexican Train, Hand and Foot, Yahtzee, Cribbage, Pinochle, or learn a new game.
Lots of fun and fellowship for those over 55.
Come help us beautify our campus!
All Church Work Day
Saturday, September 20th
8:00 am—Noon
Projects for all skill levels!
Questions? Please see Betty Raiford or call the church office
Behold Your King
Studies in Matthew
Taught by Dr. Jim Meek
Wednesday
6:15 pm, 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
Grace House Ministries will prepare our meal for us
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.
September
9/14 – Homecoming Celebration – 70 years 12 pm
9/16 – Finance Committee Meeting – 5:30 pm
9/19 - Senior Game Day and Potluck - 55 and over - 11:30 am
9/20 - Building & Grounds All Church Work Day - 8 am
9/23 – Personnel Committee Meeting – 6 pm
9/26-27 – Youth Lock-In
9/27 – Mision Hispana Yard Sale – 7 am
9/28 – By-Laws Committee Meeting – 1 pm
October
10/4 – Men’s Ministry Prayer Breakfast – 8 am
10/5 – Lord’s Supper During Worship
10/11 – Women’s Ministry Prayer Breakfast – 9 am
10/11 – Building and Grounds Committee Meeting
10/11 – Mision Hispana – Limpieza General – Chapel
10/12 – Special Church Council Meeting for 2026 Calendaring – 12 noon
10/14 – Nominating Committee Meeting – 3 pm
10/14 – Deacons’ Meeting – 6:30 pm
10/21 – Finance Committee Meeting – 5:30 pm
10/24 – Mision Hispana – Noche de Talentos – 5 pm
10/25 – Trunk or Treat – 5:30 pm
10/26 – By-Laws Committee Meeting – 1 pm
10/28 – Personnel Committee Meeting – 6 pm
