1 How to reach the masses, those of ev'ry birth?
For an answer Jesus gave the key:
“And I, if I be lifted up from the earth;
will draw all people to Me.”

Refrain:
Lift Him up, lift Him up,
still He speaks from eternity:
“And I, if I be lifted up from the earth,
will draw all people to Me.”

2 O the world is hungry for the living bread,
lift the Savior up for them to see.
Trust Him, and do not doubt the words that He said:
“I’ll draw all people to Me.” [Refrain]

3 Lift Him up by living as a Christian ought,
let the world in you the Savior see.
Then saints will gladly follow Him who once taught:
“I’ll draw all people to Me.” [Refrain]

FAITHFUL GIVING
We want to say thank you for your giving and partnership.  YOUR GIVING MATTERS! Your faithful giving allows us to increasingly do the work of ministry for our members AND to everyone the Lord sends to us and sends us to.  
2 Corinthians 9: 6-7 ESV
6 The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. 7 Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.  
Malachi 3:10 ESV
Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.
 You may give HERE.
Please make your checks payable to :
Friendship Baptist Church of Yorba Linda

WOMEN'S VIRTUAL FELLOWSHIP
Stay Tuned for our July updates! And info on the WORD Conference. 

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY - EPHESIANS
Join us on Tuesdays @ 7:30 PM Attention Young Adults ages 18-35, Tuesday, June 3 our Young Adults we began a new Bible Study on the Book of Ephesians. Though just 6 chapters, Ephesians offers deep insight into identity, community, unity, and how to face life’s challenges as believers.  To register: CLICK HERE

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE CLASS
Adults of all ages are invited to join us in person for a study titled, The End is Just the Beginning: A Study in the book of Revelation. Come ready to study, discuss, and grow in your understanding of this powerful book of the Bible. Class meets in Room 207 of the Carrington Building and starts Wednesday, April 9th. To join the class: CLICK HERE

5 WAYS IN 90 DAYS
Is it your goal to complete a Bible Reading Plan in 2025? If so, you're encouraged to join the 5 Ways in 90 Days Bible Class! Follow the schedule that started on April 22nd, partner with others by choosing to read the Bible in one (or more) of 5 ways:

• The Entire Bible (Reading dates: 4/23-7/21)
• The Pentateuch (Genesis - Deuteronomy) Reading dates: 4/23-5/6
• The Old Testament (Reading dates: 4/23-6/30)
• The New Testament (Reading dates: 6/30-7/19)
• The Gospels (Reading dates (6/30-7/7)

We'll gather weekly on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. (both in person or online) to discuss the week's reading and share insights. Join us in a Bible reading journey! To join the class: CLICK HERE

MEN OF FRIENDSHIP BOWLING EVENT
This year we thought it would be a good time to build camaraderie by joining together for a fun time bowling. Here are the particulars.
 
Where: Irvine Lanes 3415 Michelson Dr. Irvine, CA 92612 1 (949)786-9625
When: June 28, 2025
Check-in Time: 12:45 p.m.
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Cost:  $20.00 per person (Includes Shoes, Pizza and Soda)
We do need a head count in order to know how many lanes we will need. Please sign up on the church website ASAP!  Go to the Event tab and register, it is as easy as that.  
 

Sunday July 6th will be a One Service Sunday!
Service will begin at 10:00 a.m. No ExHour (Sunday school) will be held on this day. 

Our Baccalaureate Service will take place on June 22nd  at the 8:00 am service.  All graduating High School seniors are encouraged to participate and to wear their caps and gowns. We will read the names and recognize all of those that are present.  If you have not submitted your Baccalaureate information yet, you may do so HERE.

All day on June 22nd is Children & Youth Day! Join us throughout the day as our children and youth sing, dance, speak, and celebrate their faith.

Parents, at 10 a.m., come to the ExHour Promotion Celebration in the Multi-Purpose Building to see what your kids have learned. Refreshments will be served.

• 2025 CHURCH THEME:

     Advancing and Expanding... for God's Glory Alone
     Fortifying the Faithful - Equipping the Elect
     Ephesians 4:11-14 ESV

• JUNE PRAYER FOCUS:

     Trusting in the Sovereignty of God 
      Isaiah 61:1; Ephesians 1:4-6; Isaiah 25:8-9; Jeremiah 32:17; Romans 8:28

WEDNESDAY Prayer Day: Join us each Wednesday for Prayer. We pray at 6:30 a.m., 12 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. To connect with our prayer services, please dial +1 (413) 418-4274 and use the PIN 287683504#.
It is our desire to make sure all members, family and friends are prayed for here at Friendship Baptist Church.  We believe in the power of God, who hears and answers prayer. The Bible says… “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests.”            
 -Ephesians 6:18

In order for us to get all prayer requests ready for prayer during Sunday services, we ask that you call or send in your prayer request before Friday morning. Request sent in after Friday will be on the following week’s prayer list. Send requests to Leigha Carrington at [email protected] or 714-579-7072 or no later than 7:30a.m. on Sunday morning to Sharon Preston at [email protected] or 714-579-7060.
You may now submit your prayer request on the church website www.wearefriendship.church or the church app.

Please note, on Sundays all prayer request must be in by 7:30 a.m. to make the prayer list. If your request is not added for the 8:00 a.m. service, it will be added to the 11:30 a.m. service prayer list.

Did you Know…
The purpose of: Celebrate Recovery” is to fellowship and celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 Steps and 8 biblically based Recovery Principles. This experience allows us to “be changed”.
Every Thursday Night dinner begins at 6:00 p.m.  The general session begins at 7:00 p.m.
 Small Groups at 8:00 p.m.
Where: Friendship Baptist Church 17145 Bastanchury Rd., 92886

GriefShare is a support group to help you move through the grief process.
GriefShare provides a safe place to talk about hard things-and heal from them.
GriefShare is for everyone who is grieving the death of a loved one—whether you’ve experienced the loss of a spouse, parent, child (infant, young child, teen, adult, unborn), friend, sibling, coworker, or other relative.   GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.

Musco Center and Chapman University present:
Produced by Debora Wondercheck of Arts & Learning Conservatory
Gospel Voices of OC, Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.
Join us for an extraordinary event, chronicling the lives of African American artistic masters across choral, dance, band, and theater genres. In its fourth   annual year, Gospel Voices of OC commemorates June 19, 1865, to present day. Gospel Voices of OC is filled with soul-stirring music, incredible voices, dance and a celebration of unity and hope. This year, experience a rich blend of music from classical to jazz, a heartfelt tribute to Nina Simone, and so much more.  Click here for more information.