March 25: New Membership Class

Sis. Raquel is the first to attend our new membership class this year. There are still 2 more who have requested to become church members.

She is also our church pianist, and is such a blessing to all of us.

To Sis. Raquel, welcome to FBCDC.

March 25: Worship Service

Bro. Dennis gives his testimony on how good the LORD has been to him, followed by a special number. His favorite Bible verse is Matthew 6:33, "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."

He has also indicated his desire to join the church, so is scheduled to attend the next New Membership Class.

Bro. Dennis is a contractor. He and my father have one thing in common: both were born and raised in the province of Cebu, Philippines.

March 25: Worship Service

One of my favorite symblolism used about Christ is the Good Shepherd who takes care of His sheep. The Good Shepherd also protects His sheep. Sis. Moon testifies how the LORD had recently protected her and her son Caleb from a serious car accident as they were driving down scenic Highway 1.

"Because he loves me," says the LORD, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, and will deliver him and honor him" (Psalm 91:14,15).

Notice the 5-fold promises God makes to those who walk with Him from the passage above: 1) "I will rescue him; 2) "I will protect him; 3) I will answer him; 4) "I will be with him; and 5) "will deliver him."

March 18: Worship Service

I have known Hannah for the past 9 years. Two things that I have observed about her are: a) she loves the Lord; and 2) she is growing in the Lord.

Here she is singing the hymn "Open My Eyes, That I May See," a hymn composed by Clara H. Scott, during the Worship Service. Our heavenly Father has graced her with the gift of voice.

As I see our church children grow up into youth, I often remind them of Ecclesiastes 12:1, "Remember your Creator in the days of your youth." I believe that if we teach our children and youth to do right today, they will become productive and useful citizens tomorrow. And right and wrong is based on the unchanging Word of God, not on the changing value system of modern society.

March 16: Women's Fellowship

Several of the women of FBCDC enjoy a hearty St. Patrick's Dinner, relishing a traditional Irish cuisine. As usual, it is always a time of laughter when the women gather together for their monthly fellowship. The Women's Fellowship rotate homes each month for the gathering, and this month the fellowship was held in the home of Sis. Ruth.

The joy in each fellowship is not only that they enjoy a sumptious dinner, but that the women also know the LORD as their personal Savior. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16).

March 11: Children in Worship Service

FBCDC is a singing church. Through song we are able to share God's goodness and grace to others. Saida and Hannah sing with angelic voices a Special Number to the congregation. As the Bible says: "Let every thing that has breath praise the LORD" (Psalm 150:6).

Because we are commanded to reach out to the generation to come, FBCDC is truly blessed with a dynamic Children's Church from 11:00am-12:15pm each Sunday. Personally, there is exceeding joy to see children walk in the truth.

Tagalog Adult Bible Study

As an outreach to our community, FBC has recently started a Tagalog Adult Bible Study, led by Ida Matriano. The class meets 10:00 a.m. Sundays in church. Although she has a B.A. from Siliman University, and a M.A. from the University of the Philippines, she wants to be simply known as a humble servant of the LORD.

Sis. Ida has been a faithful member of FBC for the past 10 years, and is our prayer warrior. She is actively involved in outreach.

The LORD has blessed her with 4 very wonderful children, one of which is with the LORD. In her free time she loves gardening and art.