Announcements & Connections 9/13/25
Hi TBC Family & Friends,
It has been a hard month of senseless killing in America. How are you doing as you process these killings? Are your kids asking you questions? Have you on purpose sat down with your teens and older to help them process? I encourage you to and not ignore these killings....your kids aren't ignoring them even if they dont say much. Hatred cannot be fought with hatred! Jesus said WE are the light of the world! JESUS is the answer to the sin-sick humanity that is us! The Gospel is our best and only force that can turn back the tide of hate and murder. Loving our enemies does not mean we agree with them. Matthew 5:44 captures the heart of Jesus..." But I say unto you love your enemies, bless them who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you."
In light of this month of murder our series on "Jesus said Whaaaat? " and His upside down kingdom teaching really becomes relevant for us as Followers of Christ as we study His teachings on how to flourish. Join us Sunday at 10:30 am as we continue.
Hey friends, you still can register for Summit 2 which is tomorrow, Sunday, at 4pm with dinner together at 7 pm. Sign up today! Your input is greatly desired as we discern and pray together as we seek where God is calling us to share the Gospel. Please join us!
Pastor Pat
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. NEW ATTENDERS / NEW MEMBERS CLASS: If you are newer to our church and would like to learn about the basic doctrines we preach and teach at TBC, we invite you to join Pastor Rowley's new membership class starting this Sunday at 9:15am downstairs in the Junior Church classroom. Even if you're not sure if you want to be a member, this class is for you. It's a great time of discussion and learning what the Bible teaches about various topics.
2. BAPTISM: Please plan to join us in the gymnasium right after the morning service for a special baptism service.
3. TBC SUMMIT 2: In Summit 2, this Sunday evening September 14th, we will look at community and regional demographics in order for the church to identify our mission field around us. Summit participants will also determine the kind of values the church needs to embrace in order to reach our local mission field. This will lead into a time of listening to the Lord in the process of discovering God’s vision for Truth Baptist Church. Please sign up here if you can attend! The summit will be from 4-7pm, and we will have a church fellowship for those who can stay at 7pm. We are asking each family to bring a large potluck item large enough to share with your family and a few others... either main dish, salad, or dessert.
4. MEN'S EAST HARTFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT TOUR: All men and boys ages 12 and up are invited to join us on Saturday, September 20th, as we head over to the East Hartford Police Department for a behind-the-scenes tour. This is an exciting opportunity to connect with some of the officers who serve the community around our church and explore how we can be more present and engaged in the neighborhoods around us. See details and sign up using this link.
5. RAISED IN GLORY WORSHIP DANCE FOR GIRLS: All girls ages 5-18 are invited to join us for our 2025 Fall season of Raised in Glory worship dance. Raised in Glory is a discipleship group for girls where we use dance to bring girls together in worship, and we use God’s Word to get to know Jesus. We will be meeting on Fridays at TBC from 4:30-5:30pm beginning September 26th through November 15th. Our performance will be Saturday, November 15th at 11am at TBC. The cost is $15/girl, and they should sign up here at this link. ALSO, we are inviting any women 19 and older to join us from 4:30-5:30pm to have their own beginner class. They should sign up as well using the link and will still need to pay the $15. They will not be performing at the end of the semester. :)
6. TBC WOMEN'S MINISTRY RETREAT: All ladies and teen girls are invited to attend our fall Women’s Ministry Retreat day on Saturday, September 27th, from 9:00am to 3:30pm. Please RSVP using this link. We will have Carol Hand as our speaker for 2 sessions with a catered lunch in between. We will also have some fun and will hear a panel of women share some thoughts on living in the truth of the names of God. The event is $20/per person, but please let Melanie Harper know if you need a scholarship.
7. MEN'S & WOMEN'S MINISTRY & FELLOWSHIP: The men and the women (including teens age 12 and up) will meet separately for a time of encouragement and community on Sunday evening, September 28th, at 6pm. We will have a Fellowship meal afterwards around 7:15pm. We are asking each family to bring a large platter of sandwiches or a large salad to share (enough to feed your family and a few more).
8. WEEKEND TO REMEMBER MARRIAGE RETREAT: Do you desire to invest in your marriage and draw closer to God and to your spouse? Then don't miss FamilyLife's Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaway! The WTR is coming to Windsor Marriott November 14-16th, but now is the time to save on registration costs. Get half-off when you register from now through September 15. Please be sure to use the group name LoveAlwaysWins (no spaces). See Eli and Madeline Rodriguez for more information, or visit FamilyLife.com/WeekendtoRemember.
9. NEW LIFE GROUP OPTION: Chuck & Debbie Jutras have started a New Life Group that meets weekly at the church from 10:00 A.M to 11:30 A.M. on Wednesdays. Anyone is welcome to join! If you're interested in joining, please let Chuck or Debbie know or reply to this email. Please ask for a listing at the welcome desk if you would like a list of all the current life group options!
10. SAVE THE DATES:
- September 14 - PM - TBC Family Summit 2
- September 27 - Women's Ministry Retreat at TBC
- September 28 - PM - Men's & Women's Ministry & Fellowship
- October 11 - Annette van Achterberg/John O’Connor Wedding
- October 19 - PM - TBC Family Summit 3
- October 26 - PM - Men's & Women's Ministry & Fellowship
- November 8th - Harvest Banquet
- November 14-16 - Weekend to Remember
- November 30 - PM - Men's & Women's Ministry & Fellowship
- December 5 & 6 - Teen Drama
- December 14 - PM - Children's Christmas Program
- December 21 - PM - Christmas Meditations Night
WEEKLY CONNECTION OPPORTUNITIES & LINKS:
Sunday, 9:15am - 2's - 5's Sunday School Class
Anyone in this age group is invited.
Sunday, 9:15am - 1st - 2nd Grade Sunday School Class
Anyone in this age group is invited.
Sunday, 9:15am - 3rd - 4th Grade Sunday School Class
Anyone in this age group is invited.
Sunday, 9:15am - 5th - 6th Grade Sunday School Class
Anyone in this age group is invited.
Sunday, 9:15am - Junior High Boys Class (7-9th grade)
Any boys in this age group are invited.
Sunday, 9:15am - Junior High Girls Class (7-9th grade)
Any girls in this age group are invited.
Sunday, 9:15am - Teen Class (10-12th grade)
Any guys or girls in this age group are invited. Fresh baked snacks available most weeks. :)
Sunday, 9:15am - Ladies' Bible Study and Prayer
Join us as we dive into the book of James, Christianity 101, if you will! Full of practical, straight to the point instruction, we will learn how to better be “doers of the Word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22), by uncompromisingly putting our faith into action! They meet in a classroom in the gymnasium. All ladies are welcome.
Sunday, 9:15am - Parenting - It Starts at Home
Beginning 7/27, Eli and Madeline are heading this 6-8 week series titled “It Starts at Home” where we will explore biblical and tangible ways that parents—couples, single parents, blended families, and grandparents—can build a legacy of faith for their children. Their class meets in the room across from the teen room.
Sunday, 9:15am - Go Ye... Missions
Go Ye... Missions Class: Come join Rob and Amy Hanover for an 8-week study covering how the early church started, how God used ordinary men and women to continue its growth, and how God is working today through TBC's missionaries and our personal outreach methods. Come be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to make a difference for Christ—wherever He calls you! We will be meeting July 27 - September 14 on Sunday mornings at 9:15 in the classroom across from the church office.
Sunday, 9:15am - The Book of 1st Peter (In Person & Zoom)
This class is studying the book of 1st Peter. We are seeing that Almighty God has called us out of an idolatrous, demonic world to be His ETERNAL ambassadors of light for Him in time. We are also seeing our ETERNAL position in Christ, contrary to that of a subjective, demonic position of darkness. We will pray from 9:15-9:30 and have some brief fellowship before diving into the Bible and discussions right around 9:30am. Anyone is welcome to join in the Young Adult room in the gym.
Sunday, 9:15am - Membership Class (Zoom By Request)
Pastor Rowley is teaching a rotating class focusing on what we believe and why we believe it. This class has time for Q&A each week and meets in the Junior Church classroom below the auditorium. Anyone is invited to join at any time.
Sunday, 10:30am - SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE
The livestream can be accessed on Facebook and YouTube and our website 10-15 minutes before the start of the service.
Sunday, 10:50am - Junior Church
Junior Church is for children ages 2-9 and begins after the morning worship time in the auditorium.
Sunday, 5:00pm - Prayer Time for Church and Community Needs (Adult Classroom in Gym & on Zoom)
Anyone can join and pray with us!
Sunday, 6:00pm - SUNDAY EVENING SERVICE
The livestream can be accessed using the livestream button at the top of our website. Childcare and a Children's program (ages 2-9) are provided.
Tuesday, 7:00pm - Joseph & Rebecca Pondugula Life Group (Zoom Only)
This life group is studying the book of Exodus and is open to anyone via Zoom.
Wednesday, 10:00am - Chuck Jutras Life Group
Everyone is invited to join this life group that meets across from the church office at 10am on Wednesday mornings at the church. They are currently studying the love of God.
Wednesday, 7:00pm - Women's Bible Study
All ladies are invited to join us as we study the life of Daniel, with our tour guide, author & speaker, Amir Tsarfati, a Jewish believer, who has written the book, “Discovering Daniel”. Each chapter coincides with the 12 chapters in Daniel. Our journey will take us to ancient Babylon, to learn about the fascinating, historical account of Daniel, his example to us in our walk with Christ, and the prophetic implications for our world today. Book is available on Amazon. Study guide sold separately but is not necessary (they look very similar!)
Wednesday, 7:00pm - Teen Group
Any teens are invited to join in the teen room at church. Pastor Rodriguez leads the teen group.
Wednesday, 7:00pm - Rudy Nelson Life Group
Everyone is invited to meet to discuss the Bible passage and sermon presented in the Sunday morning worship time. We meet downstairs in the Junior Church classroom under the auditorium from 7-8:30pm.
Wednesday, 7:00pm - Ron Radziewicz Life Group
We share snacks, fellowship, encouragement, prayer, and are doing a series called Person of Interest, Why Jesus Still Matters in a World that Rejects the Bible.
Please accept an invitation to our TBC Life Group meeting each Wednesday, at 7:00PM, at the home of one of our members.
Wednesday, 7:00pm - Pastor & Deanna Rowley Life Group (Zoom Only)
We study various Bible topics and books of the Bible. Anyone is invited to join via Zoom.
Wednesday, 7:00pm - Kevin Tower Life Group
We study various Bible topics and passages. Anyone is invited to join in person at church.
If you would like to join a Life Group or Adult Bible Fellowship group, please text or call Kevin Tower at 860-916-5062.
If you have a prayer request or need help in some way, please contact the any of our staff and/or the Care Team at CareTeam@truthbaptistchurch.org.
Looking Unto Jesus,
TBC Staff
