PASTOR'S UPDATE MAY 1, 2026
Good day, Friendship family.
I greet you in the strong and saving name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
We are now entering the month of May. Today is the first day of the fifth month of the year, and five is the number of grace. My prayer for each of you this month is that you would experience God’s grace throughout the entire month.
Grace in your life. Grace in your home. Grace in your decisions. Grace in every area of your journey.
May is also a special month for us here at Friendship. This is the month we celebrate our church anniversary, our church birthday. We thank God that what began with just 22 members has now grown to over 2,200.
And by the grace of God, we are still here. Still doing ministry, still making a difference, and still advancing and expanding for God’s glory alone.
And as we move toward the end of the month, we will celebrate Men’s Day, honoring the impact and influence of the men of Friendship and the role they play in strengthening our church and our community.
Here are this week's announcements:
I greet you in the strong and saving name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
We are now entering the month of May. Today is the first day of the fifth month of the year, and five is the number of grace. My prayer for each of you this month is that you would experience God’s grace throughout the entire month.
Grace in your life. Grace in your home. Grace in your decisions. Grace in every area of your journey.
May is also a special month for us here at Friendship. This is the month we celebrate our church anniversary, our church birthday. We thank God that what began with just 22 members has now grown to over 2,200.
And by the grace of God, we are still here. Still doing ministry, still making a difference, and still advancing and expanding for God’s glory alone.
And as we move toward the end of the month, we will celebrate Men’s Day, honoring the impact and influence of the men of Friendship and the role they play in strengthening our church and our community.
Here are this week's announcements:
MONTHLY FAMILY PRAYER SERVICE - VIRTUAL
Tonight, Friday, May 1 AT 7:30 PM, we will have our monthly Family Prayer gathering. Our prayer focus for this month is Walking in God’s Faithfulness. I hope you will join us. This month it will take place online using our regular prayer link. At 7:30 PM, you can join by tapping HERE.
Tonight, Friday, May 1 AT 7:30 PM, we will have our monthly Family Prayer gathering. Our prayer focus for this month is Walking in God’s Faithfulness. I hope you will join us. This month it will take place online using our regular prayer link. At 7:30 PM, you can join by tapping HERE.
KINGDOM WIVES
Kingdom Wives, we want to invite all wives and women engaged to be married to join us for our Kingdom Wives class. This group meets on the first and third Saturdays of each month, which means our next gatherings will be on Saturday, May 2 and Saturday, May 16 at 9:00 AM. All sessions are held online for your convenience. Their current theme is Lead with Love. In a world where relationships can be stretched and strained, this study calls us back to God’s design for covenant love, a love that strengthens, sustains, and endures. Ladies, if you desire to grow in your faith, deepen your relationships, and gain practical biblical wisdom for real life, this class is for you. They would love to have you join them. Tap on the picture above or go HERE for more info.
Kingdom Wives, we want to invite all wives and women engaged to be married to join us for our Kingdom Wives class. This group meets on the first and third Saturdays of each month, which means our next gatherings will be on Saturday, May 2 and Saturday, May 16 at 9:00 AM. All sessions are held online for your convenience. Their current theme is Lead with Love. In a world where relationships can be stretched and strained, this study calls us back to God’s design for covenant love, a love that strengthens, sustains, and endures. Ladies, if you desire to grow in your faith, deepen your relationships, and gain practical biblical wisdom for real life, this class is for you. They would love to have you join them. Tap on the picture above or go HERE for more info.
SUNDAY SERVICE
This Sunday is the First Sunday, which means we will come together to celebrate the Lord’s Table. If you are unable to join us in person, check out the communion instructions so you can observe communion virtually HERE.
And remember: Communion is for believers. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus Christ for salvation, we ask that you refrain from partaking, this is a biblical instruction.
This Sunday is the First Sunday, which means we will come together to celebrate the Lord’s Table. If you are unable to join us in person, check out the communion instructions so you can observe communion virtually HERE.
And remember: Communion is for believers. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus Christ for salvation, we ask that you refrain from partaking, this is a biblical instruction.
This Sunday, we also begin a brand-new preaching series entitled Why Do We Sing? This series will walk us through some favorite hymns of the church, songs that have shaped our faith, strengthened believers, and carried the church through every season.
These hymns are not just songs; they are theology. They are testimony. They remind us who God is and why He is worthy of our praise. I am excited about what God is going to do through this series.
Also, this Sunday, you will receive a printed bulletin, and I want to remind you that we also provide a virtual bulletin each week in the church app. Please take advantage of that resource to stay informed and connected.
These hymns are not just songs; they are theology. They are testimony. They remind us who God is and why He is worthy of our praise. I am excited about what God is going to do through this series.
Also, this Sunday, you will receive a printed bulletin, and I want to remind you that we also provide a virtual bulletin each week in the church app. Please take advantage of that resource to stay informed and connected.
SIDE-BY-SIDE COUPLES MINISTRY
On Friday, May 8 at 7:00 PM, our Side by Side Couples Ministry will meet online. Married, engaged, and seriously dating couples, this is a great opportunity for you to grow together through biblical teaching and practical wisdom. Our current study is What Happy Couples Know, by Andy Stanley. We will gather online at 7 PM via zoom. Couples, this class offers biblical insight and practical tools for building healthy marriages. Your participation is encouraged! To join the class, please tap the image above or go HERE.
On Friday, May 8 at 7:00 PM, our Side by Side Couples Ministry will meet online. Married, engaged, and seriously dating couples, this is a great opportunity for you to grow together through biblical teaching and practical wisdom. Our current study is What Happy Couples Know, by Andy Stanley. We will gather online at 7 PM via zoom. Couples, this class offers biblical insight and practical tools for building healthy marriages. Your participation is encouraged! To join the class, please tap the image above or go HERE.
MEN'S MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP
On Monday, May 11, at 7:00 PM, our Men’s Monthly Fellowship will take place here at the church. Brothers, come out for a time of connection, encouragement, and growth. We meet in the Multipurpose Building.
On Monday, May 11, at 7:00 PM, our Men’s Monthly Fellowship will take place here at the church. Brothers, come out for a time of connection, encouragement, and growth. We meet in the Multipurpose Building.
WOMEN'S MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP
All ladies are invited to join us for our monthly Women's Fellowship on Friday, May 15 at 7:00 PM. Our guest speaker for April will be Pastor Franchesca White, who will speak on the topic, Everything You Need, based on the book, I Surrender All, by Priscilla Shirer. Ladies, join us as we gather online and learn to abide, choose authenticity, receive assurance, and experience abundance...everything we need to surrender! We look forward to you being with us!
All ladies are invited to join us for our monthly Women's Fellowship on Friday, May 15 at 7:00 PM. Our guest speaker for April will be Pastor Franchesca White, who will speak on the topic, Everything You Need, based on the book, I Surrender All, by Priscilla Shirer. Ladies, join us as we gather online and learn to abide, choose authenticity, receive assurance, and experience abundance...everything we need to surrender! We look forward to you being with us!
NEW SINGLES BIBLE STUDY
Singles, If you're ready to dive into one of the most powerful and insightful books of the Bible, join us for our new class on the Book of Revelation! This 11-week on-line study began on Monday, April 27 at 7:30 PM. and you can still join in THIS MONDAY!. The purpose of the book of Revelation is to tell Christians how we ought to live in light of things to come, so that we might confidently trust God with our future. Join us in this study from Right Now Media, in partnership with Dr. Tony Evans. Anyone interested in studying the book of Revelation is welcome to attend, regardless of your marital status.
Singles, If you're ready to dive into one of the most powerful and insightful books of the Bible, join us for our new class on the Book of Revelation! This 11-week on-line study began on Monday, April 27 at 7:30 PM. and you can still join in THIS MONDAY!. The purpose of the book of Revelation is to tell Christians how we ought to live in light of things to come, so that we might confidently trust God with our future. Join us in this study from Right Now Media, in partnership with Dr. Tony Evans. Anyone interested in studying the book of Revelation is welcome to attend, regardless of your marital status.
Mark your calendar to come back for World Vision's Global 6K for Water on Saturday, May 16, and unite world changers in your community, church, school, or neighborhood to equip children and families with clean water access. Your 6K registration fee equips one person with lasting access to clean water, which helps kids stay in school and women run households and businesses. We’ll gather and walk as a church family on Saturday, May 16 at 9:00 AM.
Let’s show up strong! Join our Friendship Team today and invite your friends, family, coworkers—everyone is welcome. registrations between March 20 and April 10 can use discount code CLEANWATER for $15 off. Tap the photo above OR HERE to join the team!
Let’s show up strong! Join our Friendship Team today and invite your friends, family, coworkers—everyone is welcome. registrations between March 20 and April 10 can use discount code CLEANWATER for $15 off. Tap the photo above OR HERE to join the team!
62nd CHURCH ANNIVERSARY
Then, on Sunday, May 17, at each of our services, we will celebrate 62 years of ministry. Sixty-two years of God’s faithfulness. Sixty-two years of preaching the Gospel. Sixty-two years of serving this community and making a difference. Praise the Lord!
Then, on Sunday, May 17, at each of our services, we will celebrate 62 years of ministry. Sixty-two years of God’s faithfulness. Sixty-two years of preaching the Gospel. Sixty-two years of serving this community and making a difference. Praise the Lord!
MINISTER'S & TEACHER'S CONFERENCE
On Saturday, May 30, from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, we will host our Ministers and Teachers Conference. This is for all Friendship ministers and teachers.
"Intentional Discipleship: Living It, Leading It" is the powerful theme of this year's Ministers & Teachers Conference, anchored in Matthew 28:19-20 and 2 Timothy 2:2.
This conference is designed to equip and encourage those who preach, teach, and lead in ministry to move beyond simply sharing information to cultivating transformation. Together, we will explore what it truly means to live as disciples of Christ and to intentionally lead others in that same journey.
Through dynamic teaching, practical breakout sessions, and meaningful fellowship, participants will gain tools to strengthen their personal walk with Christ and effectively disciple those they serve.
It will be a day full of learning, inspiration, and enrichment...join us! Tap the picture to register, or go HERE.
On Saturday, May 30, from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, we will host our Ministers and Teachers Conference. This is for all Friendship ministers and teachers.
"Intentional Discipleship: Living It, Leading It" is the powerful theme of this year's Ministers & Teachers Conference, anchored in Matthew 28:19-20 and 2 Timothy 2:2.
This conference is designed to equip and encourage those who preach, teach, and lead in ministry to move beyond simply sharing information to cultivating transformation. Together, we will explore what it truly means to live as disciples of Christ and to intentionally lead others in that same journey.
Through dynamic teaching, practical breakout sessions, and meaningful fellowship, participants will gain tools to strengthen their personal walk with Christ and effectively disciple those they serve.
It will be a day full of learning, inspiration, and enrichment...join us! Tap the picture to register, or go HERE.
ANNUAL MEN'S DAY
On Sunday, May 31, we will celebrate Men’s Day here at Friendship. This is a special day when we honor and highlight the impact men have in our church and community. The men of Friendship will provide leadership throughout the service, and I am asking every brother to plan to participate and be present.
We are also blessed to have Superintendent Phillip White of Regenerated Church as our guest preacher. He is a powerful and anointed voice, and I know he will bring a word that will challenge and encourage us. Our Men’s Choir, The Wrecking Crew, will lead us in song, and it is going to be a strong day of worship. Brothers, I need you in the house. Let’s show up, stand together, and lead well.
On Sunday, May 31, we will celebrate Men’s Day here at Friendship. This is a special day when we honor and highlight the impact men have in our church and community. The men of Friendship will provide leadership throughout the service, and I am asking every brother to plan to participate and be present.
We are also blessed to have Superintendent Phillip White of Regenerated Church as our guest preacher. He is a powerful and anointed voice, and I know he will bring a word that will challenge and encourage us. Our Men’s Choir, The Wrecking Crew, will lead us in song, and it is going to be a strong day of worship. Brothers, I need you in the house. Let’s show up, stand together, and lead well.
Also, Sunday, May 31, immediately following the 11:30 service from 1:30 to 2:30 PM, our Children and Youth Ministry will host a Parent Meeting. This will be an opportunity to hear the vision, learn what is coming next, and understand how we are preparing to move forward, especially given our anticipation regarding the New Children’s Building. Parents, your presence is important.
CHRIST CHILDREN'S CENTER
As you know, we are awaiting our final permit to begin the work to create the Christ Children's Center.. We are asking you to partner with us as we build Christ’s Children’s Center. This will be a dedicated, safe, and joy-filled space where our children can learn, worship, and grow. The children’s building and the adjoining playground will allow us to offer age-appropriate teaching, meaningful activities, and an engaging space designed just for them. Your giving helps us build for the next generation.
As you know, we are awaiting our final permit to begin the work to create the Christ Children's Center.. We are asking you to partner with us as we build Christ’s Children’s Center. This will be a dedicated, safe, and joy-filled space where our children can learn, worship, and grow. The children’s building and the adjoining playground will allow us to offer age-appropriate teaching, meaningful activities, and an engaging space designed just for them. Your giving helps us build for the next generation.
General Church things to remember:
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. Remember the Word of God:
"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." -- 2 Corinthians 9: 6-7 ESV
and
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." -- Malachi 3:10 ESV
You may give HERE. If you send or give with a check please make your checks payable to : Friendship Baptist Church of Yorba Linda
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. Remember the Word of God:
"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." -- 2 Corinthians 9: 6-7 ESV
and
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." -- Malachi 3:10 ESV
You may give HERE. If you send or give with a check please make your checks payable to : Friendship Baptist Church of Yorba Linda
- 2026 CHURCH THEME:
- Advancing and Expanding for God’s Glory Alone
Proclaiming Christ, Producing Disciples
Matthew 28:18-20 (ESV)
- Advancing and Expanding for God’s Glory Alone
- MAY PRAYER FOCUS
- Walking in God's Faithfulness
I Cor 10;13; Duet.7:9; Lam.3;22-23; I Jhn. 1:8-9
- Walking in God's Faithfulness
- BIBLE READING
We invite everyone to consider reading God’s Word this year! As of today, you have 244 days to complete a Bible reading plan, including today. At Friendship, we encourage every member to read one of six Bible reading plans in the year. Consider joining a Bible-reading small group that will be starting soon! The plans include:
✔ The entire Bible,
✔ The Pentateuch (or the first five books of the Old Testament),
✔ The entire Old Testament,
✔ The Gospels (or the first four books of the New Testament),
✔ The entire New Testament, and
✔ Psalms and Proverbs (3 times)
- WEEKLY HEALTH WALK
- IN-PERSON EX-HOUR:
- WEDNESDAY PRAYER DAY: Join us each Wednesday for Prayer. We pray at 6:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 6:30 pm. To connect with our prayer services, please follow this link HERE or dial in at +1 (413) 418-4274 and use the PIN 287683504#.
- FRIENDSHIP FOOD BANK OPEN: The Friendship Food Bank is OPEN with a new drive-thru system where our clients will receive a pre-packaged food box and a bag of groceries. The Food Bank’s hours of operation are Tuesday - Thursday, 2:30 pm-4:30 pm.
Friendship family, our Food Pantry needs volunteers. We have openings for Grocery Rescue drivers due to upcoming retirements. We need service line volunteers to assist with parking and staging, especially as demand continues to increase.
And we need substitutes for regular volunteers who may be out due to vacation or illness. If you are willing to serve, please contact Rev. Felton P. Christian HERE.
We also have a wonderful ministry opportunity for those who have a heart for seniors. Our Convalescent and Senior Assisted Living Homes Ministry is seeking volunteers. Hebrews 10:25 reminds us not to neglect meeting together, and through this ministry, we bring worship to those unable to attend church in person.
We serve in five facilities, offering hymns, preaching, prayer, and fellowship. If you are interested in making a difference, please get in touch with Rev. Felton P. Christian HERE.
Also, I have an important announcement from our Finance Department, please remember when completing your tithes and offering envelopes to do so legibly and completely. If you are writing checks or money orders, please ensure all required fields are filled out properly. Thank you for your continued faithfulness.
Family, as you can see, this is a full month. But we serve a faithful God, and we move forward together by His grace.
Thank you for your consistency. Thank you for your commitment. Thank you for your support of this ministry.
Blessings,
Rev. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Your Pastor
And we need substitutes for regular volunteers who may be out due to vacation or illness. If you are willing to serve, please contact Rev. Felton P. Christian HERE.
We also have a wonderful ministry opportunity for those who have a heart for seniors. Our Convalescent and Senior Assisted Living Homes Ministry is seeking volunteers. Hebrews 10:25 reminds us not to neglect meeting together, and through this ministry, we bring worship to those unable to attend church in person.
We serve in five facilities, offering hymns, preaching, prayer, and fellowship. If you are interested in making a difference, please get in touch with Rev. Felton P. Christian HERE.
Also, I have an important announcement from our Finance Department, please remember when completing your tithes and offering envelopes to do so legibly and completely. If you are writing checks or money orders, please ensure all required fields are filled out properly. Thank you for your continued faithfulness.
Family, as you can see, this is a full month. But we serve a faithful God, and we move forward together by His grace.
Thank you for your consistency. Thank you for your commitment. Thank you for your support of this ministry.
Blessings,
Rev. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Your Pastor
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