Scattered Church | First Baptist Church of Pequea

Weekly Announcements 4/28/21

Weekly Announcements April 28, 2021 COVID Procedure Update: On Sunday, May 2 we plan to pass out the communion elements during the service as we did before this COVID season. We

Weekly Announcements 4/21/21

Weekly Announcements April 21, 2021 Meals for Dave and Millie Morris – Millie is home from the hospital and regaining her strength. To help, we would like to take them meals next

Weekly Announcements 4/7/2021

Weekly Announcements April 7, 2021 The Prayer Room meets here in the sanctuary each Monday morning at 5:30am to pray together. All are welcome, no need to sign up. The annual work

Weekly Announcements 3/31/2021

Weekly Announcements March 31, 2021 Easter Services (please register today) April 2 – Good Friday Service at 6:00 pm (nursery available for children 2 and under, please call the

Weekly Announcements 3/24/2021

Weekly Announcements March 24, 2021 Easter Services (please register today) April 2 – Good Friday Service at 6:00 pm April 4 – Sunrise Service at 6:30 am (outdoor service, weather

Weekly Announcements 3/10/2021

Weekly Announcements March 10, 2021 Memorization passage for March: That is what the Scriptures mean when God told him, “I have made you the father of many nations.” This happened

Weekly Announcements 3/3/2021

Weekly Announcements March 3, 2021 Memorization passage for March: That is what the Scriptures mean when God told him, “I have made you the father of many nations.” This happened

Weekly Announcements 2/24/2021

Weekly Announcements February 24, 2021 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 3:21-26 together. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law

Weekly Announcements 2/17/2021

Weekly Announcements February 17, 2021 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 3:21-26 together. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law

Weekly Announcements 2/10/2021

Weekly Announcements February 10, 2021 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 3:21-26 together. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law

Weekly Announcements 2/3/2021

Weekly Announcements February 3, 2021 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 3:21-26 together. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law

Weekly Announcements 2/3/2021

Weekly Announcements February 3, 2021 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 3:21-26 together. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law

Weekly Announcements 1/20/2021

Weekly Announcements January 20 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 1:14-17 together. I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and to

Weekly Announcements 1/6/2021

Weekly Announcements January 6 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 1:14-17 together. I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and to

Weekly Announcements 12/30/2020

Weekly Announcements December 30 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing Romans 1:14-17 together. I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and to

Weekly Announcements 12/23/2020

Weekly Announcements December 23 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing John 1:14 to help us celebrate Christmas. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have

Weekly Announcements 12/16/2020

Weekly Announcements December 16 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing John 1:14 to help us celebrate Christmas. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have

Weekly Announcements 12/9/2020

Weekly Announcements December 9 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing John 1:14 to help us celebrate Christmas. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen

Weekly Announcements 12/2/2020

Weekly Announcements December 2 Bible Memory- This month we are memorizing John 1:14 to help us celebrate Christmas. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen

Weekly Announcements 11/25/2020

Weekly Announcements November 25 Bible Memory- This week we are working on James 5:13-20. *SIGN UP NEEDED* - Christmas Service - This year we will have our service on December 20th

Weekly Announcements 11/18/2020

Weekly Announcements November 18 Bible Memory- This week we are working on James 5:7-12. The Quarterly Business Meeting on December 6th will be directly after the morning worship

Weekly Announcements 11/11/2020

Weekly Announcements November 11 Happy Veterans’ Day – Thank you to all of you who have served our country. God bless you! Bible Memory- This week we are working on James 5:1-6

Weekly Announcements

Weekly Announcements 11/4/2020 Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:30am. Adult classes are “The Pursuit of God” meeting upstairs in Building C with Joe Zimmerman and “Ezra”

Weekly Announcements for October 28, 2020

Weekly Announcements 10/28/2020 Wednesday Night Series - Click here to join Pastor Clint tonight at 7pm as he wraps up the series by looking at how Jesus furthered His impact

Weekly Announcements but No Cups and Conversations

Thank you notes – we have received many thank you notes and emails from the schools for their cookies, coffee and encouragement. Click here to see a picture of them all. Bible

October 14th Announcements plus Cups and Conversation

Bible Memory- Continue to memorize with us as we move onto James 3:13-18. And don't forget to go back and review chapters 1 & 2. Connecting Idea – this week, bless an elderly

Important Information on October 18 Move Inside!

Dear Church Family, Please take time to read this important information as we move back into the sanctuary on October 18! If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact

Family Resource 10/11/2020

In this week's lesson, the Pharisees have some difficult questions for Jesus BUT nothing is too difficult for Him. Click here to learn more.

October 7, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

Cups and Conversation with Clint will return next week but keep reading for the latest announcements and updates. Connect Idea- Thank you for helping to encourage and bless our

Jesus' Triumphal Entry

This week's Family Resource may seem more in place around Easter but is important for any time of the year!

Sunday, October 4, Outside!

This Sunday, October 4, looks like it should be a lovely, Fall day. Come join us outdoors as we continue on in our study in the book of James. See below for a new event for the

September 30, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

On this week's Cups and Conversation with Clint, get to know Todd and Nadine Houck. Hear how the Lord has been at work in their lives, Todd as the Deacon Chairman and Nadine

Jesus Raised Lazarus

This week's family resource is now available. Reminder that we have children's church during the sermon. Church now starts at 10:30 AM.

September 27, Outside!

It appears that Sunday morning will be rain free so we will be able to meet outside once again. Remember the service will be at 10:30 AM! Bring your own chair or blanket as we

September 23, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

This week's Cups and Conversation with Clint is very special. Get to know Nancy Maestle and her amazing battle with cancer not once or twice, but three times! Hear how God has both

September 20, Outside!

The report is calling for beautiful but cool weather this Sunday, September 20. Come prepared with a jacket or wrap up in a blanket as we continue to meet outside for worship

Jesus' Hard Teaching

This week's family resource is now available. Remember, church will still be outside this week, but we will begin at 10:30!

September 16, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

Cups and Conversation with Clint is taking a week off, but will return next week. See below for important upcoming events and information regarding Sunday. Remember that the time

September 13, Outside!

The weather is supposed to be nice on Sunday morning so we will be outside once again! Bring your own chair or blanket as we worship together in the setting of God's beautiful

Three Parables (Family Resource)

Our Bible story this week is about the three parables found in Luke 15. Click here to access resources for your family to learn about this together.

September 9, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

On this week's Cups and Conversation with Clint, meet Jose Zimmerman. Learn how God has worked in Jose's life to bring healing and salvation through tragedy. See below for this

September 6, Outside!

A beautiful day today and a hopefully a beautiful morning as we worship outside. Bring your own chair or blanket as we come together to praise and lift up the name of the Lord! See

Family Resource 9/6/2020

Click here for this week's family resource focusing on Jesus' parables.

Connect

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September 2, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

On this week's Cups and Conversation with Clint, meet Don and Laura Shakespeare. This couple, who has known each other since they were quite young, has gone through two cycles of

August 30, Outside!

While may get some rain on Saturday, Sunday morning is supposed to be rain free. Invite a friend to come with you as we gather together in the beautiful outdoors to worship the

Jesus Showed His Glory

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August 26 Cups and Conversation and Announcements

Newer to Pequea and avid sports fans (find out which teams they root for. Hint: not Philly teams), Garrett and Abby Shondelmyer share what the Lord has been teaching them recently

August 23, Outside Again!

The forecast for this Sunday, August 23, looks nice so we will be back outside! Bring your own chair or blanket and be ready to worship together. The Sunday worship service will be

Jesus Walked on the Water

Our Bible story this week is about Jesus walking on the water! Click here to access resources for your family to learn about this together.

August 19, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

Life can be pretty hectic with four young children but Russell and Jamie Ference get real on this week's Cups and Conversation with Clint! Hear how God has been at work in their

August 16, Final Decision Sunday Morning

Once again we are going to wait until Sunday morning, August 16, to make a final decision on whether to be inside or outside. Please check your email then, visit the Scattered

August 16, Service Inside Today

Due to the rain and unsettled forecast for the morning, the worship service for August 16 will be inside. Below are some changes to expect for the inside service. For a more

Sunday, August 16, Inside or Outside?

Due to the chance of rain on Sunday morning, a final decision on whether to meet indoors or outdoors will be made later today (Saturday, August 15), or early tomorrow morning

August 12, Cups and Conversation and Announcements

Susan Lee is one of those people who has been around Pequea Baptist for a long time, yet many may not know who she is because she serves behind the scenes. Get to know Susan

Jesus Fed a Crowd (Family Resource) 8/16/20

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Pequea's Sink Hole 2020

Click here to see some pictures of the sink hole on our property.

Outdoors, Sunday August 9

Since it's supposed to be a beautiful day on Sunday morning, the worship service will again be outside at 9:30am! Pastor Pat will begin a new series in the book of James. Please

August 5 Cups and Conversation, Clay and Summer Houck

Married just over one year ago, Clay and Summer have had to endure many changes in their first year together as husband and wife. Find out how they have adapted to these changes

August 9, Jesus Calmed a Storm

What lessons can we learn along with Jesus' disciples as they see Him calm the storm? Click here to find out!

Outdoors Sunday, August 2

Good Morning Pequea, Thank you for your patience as we waited to make a decision on whether to meet inside or outside today. We didn't get much rain here at the church last night

Sunday, August 2, Indoors or Outdoors?

Dear Pequea Church Family, Since the weather report for Sunday morning is still unsettled, we are going to wait until early Sunday morning to make the final decision on whether we

Sunday, August 2nd

Dear Pequea, The weather forecast includes a chance for thunderstorms on Sunday. We will review the forecast again tomorrow and then decide if we will meet inside or outside. Look

Jesus Taught that He Is the Good Shepherd, August 1

August 1st Family Resource shows us how Jesus is our Good Shepherd. Click here to access the lesson.

July 29 Cups and Conversation, Dave and Millie Morris

This week meet Dave and Millie Morris, long-time members who have served for many years in various ways at Pequea. Find out how God has been teaching them through various health

Family Resource for July 26

Jesus' disciples asked Him about prayer and He taught them with parables. For resources to learn about this together, click here.

Outside July 19

While the forecast is another hot day for Sunday, it is also supposed to be dry! That means that the worship service will thankfully be outside once again this Sunday, July 19! As

July 15 Cups and Conversation, The Albrecht Family

Meet the Albrecht Family; Matt, Kate, Landen, and Logan. Get to know them better on this installment of Cups and Conversation with Clint! Continue reading below for mid-week

Jesus Taught the Sermon on the Mount 7/19/20

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Outside, July 12

Dear Pequea Church Family, We got much needed rain today, but Sunday looks beautiful! Please bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Families are more than welcome to attend and bring

July 8, Cups and Conversation, The Henderson Family

This week on Cups and Conversation with Clint, get to meet the Henderson Family. Rick and Evelyn are new grandparents and Mitchell is close to finishing his undergrad degree in the

Outside July 5

Since the weather looks good for this coming Sunday, July 5, we will plan on meeting outside once again! Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. This Sunday, July 5, the

July 1 Cups and Conversation, Dean and Barb Davis

This week on Cups and Conversation with Clint, get to know Dean and Barb Davis. Fun fact: Dean has cousins who attend Pequea and Barb's brother also attends. Do you know who they

Outside: June 28

Dear Pequea Family, We are planning to meet outside for our worship service this Sunday, June 28 at 10:30 a.m. Make sure to bring your lawn chair. Please keep six feet apart

Jesus Healed a Man Who Was Blind (Family Resource) 6/28/20

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Jesus Healed a Man Who Was Lame (Family Resource) 6/21/20

Learn about one of Jesus' miracles, just click here to access the family resource for this week.

OUTSIDE: June 21

Dear Pequea Family, We are planning to meet outside for our worship service this Sunday, June 21 at 10:30 a.m. Make sure to bring your lawn chair. Please keep six feet apart

June 17 Cups and Conversation, The Finkbeiners

Join Pastor Clint as he chats with Josh and Amanda Finkbeiner. Get to know this lovely couple, who have been attending Pequea for about a year, as they share what God has been

What to Expect Meeting Outdoors and Indoors (Updated 6/17/2020)

Re-opening Our Church (Updated 6/17/20) What to Expect When We Gather… Outdoor Service Weather permitting, services will be held outside during this time of social distancing in

Outside: June 14

Dear Pequea, We are planning to meet outside for our worship service this Sunday, June 14 at 10:30 a.m. Make sure to bring your lawn chair. Please keep six feet apart between

Jesus Heals a Woman and A Girl (Family Resource) 6/14/20

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June 10 Cups and Conversation, The Cummings

John and Julie Cummings join Clint this week for an open and honest conversation about working through health concerns during the midst of the pandemic and how knowing Jesus is

Firm Foundations: Solid Answers to Deep Questions

There are many difficult questions many people have about Christianity. Why does God allow suffering and evil? Can we trust the Bible? Aren't all religions the same? We want to

Sunday Service Update for June 7

Dear Pequea Church Family, The forecast for this Sunday is excellent so we will plan to meet outside once again for the service! Please bring your own chairs, blankets, and things

Rethink Our God (Outdoor Worship Service - June 7, 2020)

Hi Pequea! Here is the service from this morning. Weather permitting, we will meet outside next Sunday. In the event we cannot meet outside, we will meet inside. Please see the

Jesus Healed Ten Men (Family Resource) 6/7/2020

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Meet Our New Next Generation Director

Good morning, Pequea! The leadership boards have hired for our new position, Next Generation Ministries Director. Meet her here. Tammy will be responsible for overseeing children

Jesus and the Samaritan Woman (Family Resource) 5/31/20

Tolerance. It’s a word that is often misused and has become synonymous with words like respect, love, and kindness. If I had children in my home, I would speak often about

Return Home!

Good morning, Pequea! Our first in-person worship service is today, May 31 outside at the church facility. If it does not suit you to come, see the worship video here. If you are

Church Reopening Update!

Good evening, Pequea! Here's our video about our reopening plan. Here are the details: Sunday, May 31: We are planning an outside church service for this coming Sunday May 31

Worship Today - May 24, 2020

Good morning, Pequea! Happy Sunday. You will find this weekend's worship video here. Announcements: The leadership boards will be reviewing details on how we plan to reopen. We

Jesus and Nicodemus (A Family Resource) 5/21/20

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Church Reopening Update

Hi Pequea! Here's a video update on where we are with regard to reopening church services. Contact us with questions or concerns. Pastor Patrick

God's Generosity Toward Us

Hello Pequea, Janet Allen shares with us gifts God is excited to rain down on His people everyday. Watch here. Announcements: The Leadership boards met last night to focus on our

Worship Service - May 17, 2020

Good morning, Pequea! Join us in worship this morning. God gives us a window into the clash of His own emotions. See the video here. Announcements: All church activities are

Jesus Taught in Nazareth (Family Resource) 5/14/20

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Greetings from South Africa! (Devotional by Eric and Elyse Simpson)

Greetings from South Africa! This week's devotional is brought to us by our ministry partners, Eric and Elyse Simpson who are serving in South Africa. What are they learning during

Jesus' Early Miracles (Family Resource) 5/10/20

Click here to see today's family resource. The Bible… How is it that a book written so many years ago can be so contemporary?! This week’s lesson is on Jesus healing those who were

Worship Service - May 10, 2020

Good morning, Pequea. Happy Mother's Day! As our Heavenly Father, what does God expect from us? Worship with us at home and see what God's expectations are in Hosea 6-7. Watch the

He is Working in Our Waiting by Julie McCarter

What did Daniel learn while in isolation? What can we learn about walking in faith while in isolation? Julie McCarter shares what God has been teaching her. Make sure to then

Jesus Called Disciples (Family Resource) 5/3/20

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Worship Service - May 3, 2020

Good morning, Pequea! You can access the worship service video here. The text for the message is Hosea 4-5. How does God call back a distracted people from the edge of disaster

Public Service Announcement: New Greeting Rules

Good morning, Pequea, How do we greet one another under new social rules? Doug Kauffman, our Children's Ministry Outreach Coordinator, explains. Enjoy! See the video here

John Points to Jesus (Family Resource) 4/26/20

Click here for the Family Resource Dear Parents, There isn’t a day that goes by where we aren’t given opportunity to represent the Father in our day to day living. And so we ask

Worship Today - April 26, 2020 (Hosea 1-3)

Good morning, Pequea! WARNING to PARENTS: Hosea contains graphic language and imagery. Please review Hosea chapters 1-3 before watching the sermon with your children. The video is

Everything is So Different

This week's devotional is brought to us by Deb Stoltzfus. She shares what has challenged her in these COVID-19 days. Click here. Announcements: *All church activities are canceled

Jesus' Temptation (A Family Resource)

Click here for the Family Resource Dear Parents, Last week we took a “detour” from our lessons on the life of Jesus to talk about His death and resurrection. It was Easter Sunday

Worship Today - April 19th

Good morning, Pequea! Like Easter, here is a video with a full worship service with even more familiar faces. The worship team is back and we have a testimony from Jeremy and

How is Quarantine Affecting My Identity?

Hello Pequea Family! I wanted to share something with you that God has been using to shape me over the last couple of months and especially during this time of quarantine. He has

Jesus’ Crucifixion and Resurrection (A Family Resource)

The Importance of Celebrating Easter Click here for Family Resource

Easter Sunday! Worship with Us

Good Morning, Pequea! Happy Resurrection Day!! Here is the link for our special Easter Sunday Worship Service. Sing with us. Catch up with Pastor Clint. Pastor Pat will be covering

Good Friday (Sermon April 10)

Pastor Clint addresses the "Why" of Jesus' death on Good Friday. Also, participate in Communion together as a family or together virtually with our church family. Watch here.

Jesus- Sight and Sound (Free Showing)

During these days of self-isolation and quarantine, Sight and Sound Theater is making available a free showing of their popular "Jesus" stage production. Watch here.

Control (Devotional - April 8, 2020)

Good Morning, Pequea. Wes Zook, one of our deacons brings the devotional this week. What can we control when COVID-19 has proven so much is out of our control? Watch here

Decision Makers (Sermon April 5)

The world's darkest hour and God brings forth hope. Listen to the sermon here and watch the video at the end. See the following worship songs for this week: Hosanna Living Hope

What are you learning right now? (Weekly Devotional)

The church staff answers the question, "What is God teaching me during the Coronavirus outbreak?" Watch the devotional here. Also, here are important announcements for this week: 1

SCATTERED CHURCH (SERMON: MATT 26:30-75) - PASTOR PAT

Good morning, Pequea: The link for today's sermon is here. Below is a list of songs. Ten Thousand Reasons: https://youtu.be/DXDGE_lRI0E This I Believe: https://youtu.be/VRzI_FbWTkg

Jesus As A Child (A Family Resource)

(Click here to download a printer-friendly version of this week's family resource) Dear Parents, We hope you are finding these family devotional ideas helpful. Again… read through

A Letter to Pequea Families - Tammy Shondelmyer

Dear Pequea Families— My mind has been spinning this last week. I was wondering how you were responding to your children, grandchildren, etc. who may be feeling a sense of unease

Back to the Basics (Weekly Devotional) - Pastor Clint

Pequea Church Family, In crazy times such as these, we need to get back to the basics. What are the basic disciplines we need to implement when we are feeling overwhelmed, stressed

New Ways of Communication (Sermon: Matt 26:1-29) - Pastor Pat

Good morning, Pequea. In lieu of our regular worship service, you can find links for the sermon and songs below. The link for the sermon on Matthew 26:1-29 is here. Songs: Days of

Jesus Was Dedicated (A family Resource)

Click here for a printer-friendly version of this week's family resource. Dear Parents, Again we are providing you with the lesson that would have been taught to all of your

Psalm 91 and COVID-19 (Weekly Devotional) -Pastor Pat

What does it mean that God is our Refuge in a pandemic? How can we live faithfully for Christ during a pandemic? I will address some of these questions and share some news from

Jesus Was Born (A Family Resource)

Click here for a printer-friendly version of this week's resource for families. Dear Parents, We love our Sunday School curriculum, because 1) all students—ages 2 – 12th grade—are