CHURCH BULLETIN
Sunday | September 6, 2026
Inspiration
Devotional Message: Lay a Solid Foundation for Your Home
Every strong home begins with a strong foundation. In Matthew 7:24–27, Jesus describes two people who built houses. One built on rock and the other on sand. Both houses experienced storms, but only the house built on the rock remained standing. The lesson is simple: the strength of a home is determined by its foundation.
1. Build Your Home on Christ
Jesus teaches that the wise person hears His words and puts them into practice. In the same way, a strong Christian home must be built on more than love, finances, careers, or good intentions. Christ must be the foundation.
Storms will come. Families may experience financial difficulties, disagreements, sickness, disappointment, and unexpected changes. A home built on Christ is not promised a life without storms, but it has a foundation strong enough to endure them.
2. Remember God’s Design for the Family
Genesis 2:18–24 reminds us that marriage and family were part of God's design from the beginning. God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone.” He created marriage to be a relationship of unity, companionship, commitment, and mutual support. Ephesians 5:31–32 takes this even further by showing that marriage should reflect the relationship between Christ and His Church. This means our homes should demonstrate Christlike love, sacrifice, forgiveness, patience, and grace.
3. Build the Foundation Every Day
A strong home is not built in one day. It is built through the small decisions we make every day.
Pray together. Communicate with one another. Forgive quickly. Study God's Word. Encourage one another. Make time for your family. Keep Christ at the center. Every prayer, every act of forgiveness, every loving conversation, and every decision to follow God's Word adds strength to the foundation of your home.
Reflection
Ask yourself: What is my home being built upon? A beautiful house does not necessarily mean a strong home. What matters most is what is underneath it. When Christ is the foundation, love becomes stronger, forgiveness becomes easier, faith grows deeper, and families become better prepared to face life's storms together. Don't wait until the storm comes to strengthen your foundation. Build today. Build with prayer. Build with love. Build with forgiveness. Build with God's Word. Most importantly, build on Christ.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of marriage and family. Help us to build our homes upon the solid foundation of Jesus Christ. Fill our homes with love, patience, forgiveness, prayer, and Your Word. Give us wisdom to honor Your design for our families and strength to remain united when storms come. May our homes reflect the love of Christ and bring glory to You.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Order of Service
Opening Prayer
Call to Worship: Romans 11:33-36
Praise
Announcements & Recognition of Visitors
Birthdays: Sonia K. (Sept 11)
Scripture Reading: Aliza
Verses: Matthew 7:24-27, Ephesians 5:31-32; Genesis 2:18-24
IFOM Choir
Tithes & Offering: CLICK HERE TO GIVE
Communion
Prayer Needs: Deacon Brian Shigoli
Worship
Sermon: Lay a Solid Foundation for Your Home
Text: Matthew 7:24-27, Ephesians 5:31-32, Genesis 2:18-24
Speaker: Rev John Wesonga
Benediction: Rev John Wesonga
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BUILDING FUND MINI FUNDRAISER REPORT | August 2026
We thank God for His continued provision and for everyone who generously supported our Building Fund throughout the month of August.
August Fundraising Report:
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Weekly Giving: $754.00
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Chairman Kitty: $134.00
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Baked Goods: $1,189.00
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Raffles: $335.00
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Auction Items: $642.00
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Remaining Building Fund: $1,145.00
TOTAL: $4,199.00
A special thank you to the Stone Cutters Team for your leadership, sacrifice, time, and hard work in making these fundraising efforts a success. We also sincerely thank all our church members for your continued generosity and commitment as we work together to see the vision God has given us come to pass. May the Lord richly bless you for your faithful support!
TODAY’S SUNDAY SCHOOL FUNDRAISER
The Stone Cutters Group will host a delicious food sale immediately after today’s service!
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Jamaican Soup: $10
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Jamaican Beef Patties: 3 for $10
All proceeds will support our Church Building Project. Please stay after service and help us build for the glory of God!
BOOK LAUNCH ANNOUNCEMENT
We thank God and celebrate our brother Zadok, who is now a published author! Please join us for the launch of his book, Uncle Blindman.
Date: October 17
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: 2427 Wilbraham Road, Springfield
The book is available in e-book, audiobook, and hardcover formats through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.org.
Please mark your calendars and come out in great numbers to support one of our own! For additional information, contact Brother Zadok directly. Congratulations, Brother Zadok!
Church Board Meeting | September 6
The Church Board Meeting will be held on Sunday, September 6 at 3:00 p.m. All board members are encouraged to arrive on time and be prepared for the meeting.
Overnight Prayer Meeting | September 11
Join us from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. as we gather together to seek the face of the Lord in prayer. Please mark your calendar and invite someone to join us for this powerful time of prayer and fellowship.
Youth Quarterly Praise & Worship | September 13
Our Youth Quarterly Praise & Worship will take place on Sunday, September 13. Parents and guardians are encouraged to support and encourage their children to participate. For more information, please contact Sis. Ashlyne.
10 Days: Pursue the Harvest | September 18
On Friday, September 18, our church has the honor of hosting one of the “10 Days: Pursue the Harvest” worship and prayer gatherings for the Pioneer Valley and Springfield pastors and community.
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m.
As the host church, let’s make every effort to attend and support this powerful time of worship and prayer for our region. Please invite someone to join us and come with a heart ready to seek the Lord as we pray for a harvest of souls throughout our Valley.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Couples Seminar: Weathering the Storms Together | September 26
Join us on Saturday, September 26, from 3:00–8:00 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel in Springfield for a powerful and uplifting Couples Seminar.
Theme: Weathering the Storms Together: Hope in Hard Seasons
Scripture: Isaiah 41:10
Guest Speakers: Rev. Vasily Ivanov & Bishop Christopher Kamau
Cost: $275 per couple
Couples are encouraged to come for an evening of fellowship, encouragement, spiritual growth, and strengthening their marriages through faith. Mark your calendars and invite another couple to join us!
For more information, please contact Elder Harold.
CCFI Men’s Retreat — Save the Date! | October 1–3, 2026
Men, mark your calendars! The CCFI Men’s Retreat will be held October 1–3, 2026, at Camp Berea in Hebron, New Hampshire.
Theme: Counting the Cost
Cost: $210 per person — includes food and lodging.
Registration information will be shared soon. All men are encouraged to save the date and plan to attend this three-day retreat for fellowship, spiritual growth, and renewal.
For more information, please contact Deacon Peter.
Announcements
Prayer Needs
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Pray for the next phase of our Church Building Project. Ask the Lord to provide every necessary resource—including finances, favor, wisdom, skilled labor, and faithful support—as we work together to build a house of worship for His glory and the advancement of His Kingdom.
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Pray for our beloved Mama Alice Azenze, who is currently hospitalized. Ask the Lord to bring healing, strength, comfort, and a quick recovery.
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Pray for our upcoming Couples Seminar, the guest speakers, and everyone who will attend. May the hand of Jesus be upon them in a special way, strengthening marriages and bringing encouragement, healing, and spiritual growth.
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Pray for our Overnight Prayer Meeting this Friday. Ask God for a powerful move of His Spirit and that everyone who attends will experience His presence, renewal, and breakthrough.
Prayer Needs
Call to Worship
“Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable His judgments, and His paths beyond tracing out! “Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been His counselor?” “Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them?” For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen."
Romans 11:33-36