PLEASE NOTE: SERVICE TIME CHANGE TO 3:30

In_clu_sion - noun - “the practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, such as those who have physical or mental disabilities and members of other minority groups.”

We live in a era where people are grappling with the concept of inclusion. What does it mean? How far should it go? Is it meant for me? These are actually questions that span all eras of human history. God has been teaching the human race how to include others throughout history. One major point of inclusion comes in the book of Acts. Are Gentiles to be included in the early church? Or was Christianity a Jewish thing?

As we study this portion of Acts the ancient question is answered. God teaches the early church that Gentiles are to be included equally, without exception. God shows Peter that he “should not call any person common or unclean.” This was revolutionary. This was a hard concept for Peter and the rest of the church to comprehend. And it was the future. Christianity is for everyone!

This Sunday we will continue in our study of Acts. This exciting turn of events in Acts still applies to us today. We see Peter preaching the gospel to Gentiles. We apply knowing that it is our call to bring the gospel to all. To everyone. God is inclusive to everyone and anyone who believes in the name of Jesus!

Please take note of ways to gather for Sunday Service at The Rock:

1) We are meeting outside at Manhattan Beach Pre-School for our Sunday Service at 3:30 pm. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, masks and Bibles! For a complete copy of our guidelines for re-opening CLICK HERE.

2) We will also be live on Facebook Live (NOT ZOOM). If you don’t feel comfortable joining us in person, are feeling sick, or have been exposed to someone who is sick stay connected through this live-stream - CLICK HERE at 3:30 Sunday afternoon.

3) Finally we will provide a video link to the sermon. I will send out an email the week following with the sermon link attached.

"And he said to them, ‘you yourselves know how unlawful it is for a Jew to associate with or to visit anyone of another nation, but God has shown me that I should not call any person common or unclean.’” - Acts 10:28


- Pastor Curt

Theological Word of the Week:

Ascension

The rising of Jesus from the earth into heaven forty days after his resurrection.


Wayne Grudem, Systematic Theology

Wayne Grudem, Systematic Theology

Upcoming Events

Children's Ministry

We are providing live Sunday School starting Sunday, Sept. 20!

Here is the plan: Children will be with their parents for the singing portion of the service. Children will be dismissed after singing to meet with Cameron and Courtney outside near the playground outside of the auditorium. Cameron will plan a short lesson, have a group activity, and supervise some free play. At the end of the service, Cameron will walk the children back to where we meet. This is 100% voluntary for parents. Your children are also welcome to be with you during the service. We believe this can be done in a safe and organized way. All activities will be outside. Every child will be encouraged to keep their masks on. We will do the best we can to encourage distance.

-Cameron

Sermon Topic - November 8

Acts: A Holy Spirit Inspired Legacy

Acts 10:17-43

“A Gospel For All”

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