What is God like at His very center? That is what we have been exploring in the summer sermon series “God Is.” We have been exploring different attributes of God as He has revealed Himself in Scripture. Last week’s sermon was on God’s merciful and gracious character. Many people, even Christians, believe that God is a trigger-happy warden ready to punish anyone who gets out of line. Though there are many Scripture passage that could lead to this picture of God, but there are many more than display His merciful and gracious heart towards His people. Sure, God is just and will judge sin, but we cannot forget the common refrain in the Old Testament that God is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in faithful love, and ready to show favor to thousands of generations to those who fear him.

Church Picnic w/2nd Baptist
Sunday, August 21st @ Latty Grove Park
after our worship gathering

We are planning to join with our 2nd Baptist brothers and sisters for a picnic at Latty Grove Park in Defiance on August 21st immediately following our worship gathering. KCC will be providing the main dish: TACOS! If your last name starts with N-Z, please bring a dessert. If A-M, please bring a side dish. And start rounding up some yard games you could also bring.

Covenant Members’ Town Hall Meeting
Sunday, August 28th
6pm @ The Commons

We will be hosting another Town Hall Meeting for KCC covenant members on Sunday, August 28th @ the Commons, 6pm to discuss the proposals relating to joining together with 2nd Baptist. We will NOT be voting at this meeting; we will discuss the FAQ’s document we previously handed out. A large portion of the time will be devoted to Q & A about the specifics of joining together. Please contact Sam or Parks if you have any specific questions not covered in the FAQ. Also, see Sam or Parks if you like a copy of the FAQ.

LifeWise Volunteers Needed

This fall, LifeWise is beginning its 4th year in Ayersville, second year in Defiance, and first year in Tinora! In addition to these, there are 29 new LifeWise locations this year, bringing the total to 60, nationwide! Northwest Ohio is getting saturated with LifeWise Academies, bringing the gospel to public school students. Praise God! With this being said, there’s a need for more volunteers for Lifewise Defiance as well as Ayersville. Volunteering is a weekly one and a half hour commitment, and you’re basically a classroom assistant. If you love Jesus and kids, you can do it. They’re also looking for a backup bus driver. This is a great opportunity for retirees who want to be active with their faith. Contact Jenny Hanson if you want to volunteer: jennyhanson@lifewiseacademy.org.

Helping Ukrainian Refugees
Please GIVE by Sunday, August 21st

In the wake of the war in Ukraine, millions of people have been displaced. American churches have lamented yet struggled to know how to help believers in Ukraine. Tim and Bert Shiarla feel led by the Lord to get involved. They have been connected with Pastor Ervin in Slovakia. The church he pastors has been helping Ukrainian refugees with practical needs, such as securing apartments, paying for rent, and getting them jobs. They specifically requested prayer, but you can give online by clicking the button below or put a check or cash in the giving box (make sure to include “Ukrainian Refugee Fund” on checks and cash envelopes). Learn more above Pastor Ervin and how to get more involved by reading our blog post.

READ HELPING UKRAINIAN REFUGEES BLOG POST

WATCH ACTS 29 UPDATE ON THE SLOVAKIAN/UKRAINIAN SITUATION

GIVE TO THE UKRAINIAN REFUGEE FUND

Community Fundraising Events

YOUTH FOR CHRIST 3RD ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
September 9th @ Ironwood Golf Club (Wauseon, OH)
YFC (another one of our ministry partners) is hosting a golf scramble fundraiser on September 9th, 2022. Registration starts at 7:30am and shotgun start at 8am with lunch at the turn. Entry fee is $300 per team ($75 per player). All proceeds will go directly to impacting area teens. For more information on the event or to register, click HERE.

CPC 36TH ANNUAL WALKATHON AND 5K COLOR RUN
September 17th @ MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena (Bryan, OH)
CPC Women’s Health Resource is also hosting another fundraising event in September. You can sign up to run or walk in the Walkathon and 5K Color Run (as well as 1 mile Fun Run for kids) at the MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena (601 Townline Rd., Bryan, OH) on Saturday, September 17th. The 5K Color Run registration begins at 8am and the Walkathon registration begins at 9am. You can get sponsors to donate money for your run, and there will be prizes for the individuals and teams that raise the most funds. Click HERE for more information or to register.

Kid’s Corner

NEW CITY CATECHISM: Question 33

QUESTION: Should those who have faith in Christ seek their salvation through their own works, or anywhere else?

ANSWER*: No, they should not, as everything necessary to salvation is found in Christ. To seek salvation through good works is a denial that Christ is the only Redeemer and Savior.

*Children’s answer is the bold text

OLD STORY NEW FAMILY DEVOTIONAL: 56

WEEKLY FIGHTER VERSE:

Psalm 91:11-13 – “For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. On their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone. You will tread on the lion and the adder; the young lion and the serpent you will trample underfoot.“

YOUTH DISCIPLESHIP: Thursdays @ 6:30pm

NEXT WEEK’S SERMON TEXT: 1 John 4:7-21

BIBLICAL COUNSELING at KCC

Life is full of things to be discouraged about, and it can be overwhelming. We believe that Jesus offers real help, hope, and healing in the difficulties of life. We believe that the power of God’s Word and Spirit offers hope of life change from the inside out. So we offer biblical counseling to those needing the comfort and wisdom of Scripture. While we believe God can work through various methods of counseling, our lead counselor is certified through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC). We also have pastors and other counselors who have received training from Faith Biblical Counseling, and are able and willing to counsel according to the Scriptures. If you would like to explore meeting with one of our counselors, please fill out the contact form by clicking on the button below and we will try to match you with someone.

LEARN MORE ABOUT BIBLICAL COUNSELING

I WOULD LIKE TO MEET WITH A BIBLICAL COUNSELOR

WE WOULD LOVE TO PRAY FOR YOU

We would love to pray for you! Some people think that only major crises of life are worth praying for, but the truth is that everyone needs prayer for something. James 4:2 says that we do not have because we do not ask, and when we do we often have false or impure motives. So the first step is to ask. So please come and let us pray for you in person at our Sunday worship gathering. Or, if you would like prayer now, just click the button below and fill out the form and we will pray for you.

SUBMIT A PRAYER REQUEST

GIVING

We understand skepticism about online giving, which is why we have an Online Giving Frequently Asked Questions page on our website that explains how it works. Here are a few ways to give :

Give online by clicking on the “GIVE ONLINE” button which takes you to our secure transaction site.
Text (888) 554-8664 to receive a link for you to give.
Send your check or money order by mail, made out to King’s Cross Church, to the King’s Cross Church, 521 W. 2nd St., Defiance, OH 43512.
Drop in giving box on Sundays at the YMCA.

GIVE ONLINE

COMPASSION FUND

We know that with many businesses and services being shut down, people are losing jobs and struggling to pay their bills. If you are in need of help, we would like to know. We have a Compassion Fund for this reason. Fill out the film below as best you can and we will follow up with you.