What the Book of Joshua is Really About

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Joshua 21:34-45 ESV
Sunday Hymn
Standing on the Promises of God
Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Inspirational Voices Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry Jr., Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

CONGREGATIONAL HYMN

Standing on the Promises

1. Standing on the promises of Christ, my King
Through eternal ages let His praises ring.
Glory in the highest I will shout and sing,
Standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]

[REFRAIN]
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God, my Savior;
Standing, standing,
I’m standing on the promises of God.

2. Standing on the promises that cannot fail
When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail,
By the living Word of God I shall prevail,
Standing on the promises of God. [REFRAIN]

3. Standing on the promises, I now can see
perfect, present cleansing in the blood for me;
standing in the liberty where Christ makes free,
standing on the promises of God. [REFRAIN]

4. Standing on the promises of Christ, the Lord,
bound to Him eternally by love’s strong cord,
overcoming daily with the Spirit’s Sword,
standing on the promises of God. [REFRAIN]

5. Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
list'ning ev'ry moment to the Spirit’s call,
resting in my Savior as my all in all,
standing on the promises of God. [REFRAIN]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

MEN'S MINISTRY

The Men's ministry is an ongoing class that studies the books of thee Bible. The current study is the book of Zechariah. Click the graphic to join the group and be notified of the class.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

KINGDOM WIVES

In Person class is held in room 217 of the Carrington Building. Click the graphic to register and receive notifications from the class.

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY

In this study, Dr. Tony Evans will walk through the book of Revelation verse by verse, uncovering God’s final plan for human history and our eternal destiny. This is more than a strange book of symbols—it is a call to worship God and live faithfully in the present. You do no have to be single to join this class.

COUPLES CLASS

PRECEPT

CHURCH EVENTS

CHURCH SCHEDULE

FBI

CYYA

CELBRATION ARTS

Join us for a fun-filled fellowship, of games, food, singing, dancing, and ministry as we strengthen our connections and celebrate together in unity. All registered attendees will receive a FREE event T-shirt! Click on the graphic to register for the event.

CELEBRATION ARTS

OUTREACH

General Church things to remember:

2026 CHURCH THEME:

Advancing and Expanding for God’s Glory Alone
Proclaiming Christ, Producing Disciples
Matthew 28:18-20 (ESV)

MAY PRAYER FOCUS
- Walking in God's Faithfulness
  James 1:2-3; Romans 15:13; 1 Peter 1:8-9; Psalm 16:11; Nehemiah 8:10

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. Requests sent in after Friday will be on the following week’s prayer list. Send requests to Leigha Carrington at leighac@wearefriendship.church or 714-579-7072 or no later than 7:30a.m. on Sunday morning to Sharon Preston at spreston@wearefriendship.church 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.

OUTREACH

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. Yorba Linda, CA, 92886

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/15/virtual-bulletin-may-17-2026-62nd-church-anniversary#comments 0 Feeling Burned Out? Jesus Offers Real Rest. https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/12/feeling-burned-out-jesus-offers-real-rest Tue, 12 May 2026 17:49:11 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/12/feeling-burned-out-jesus-offers-real-rest

Feeling Burned Out? Jesus Offers Real Rest.

2026.05.10 | Just As I Am: Jesus Still Invites The Weary | Based on sermon from Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.

Many people today are exhausted. Not just physically tired, but emotionally, mentally, and spiritually drained. Some are carrying pressure from work, marriage, finances, family problems, anxiety, grief, or expectations they were never meant to carry alone.

Others are simply tired of pretending they are okay.

In the middle of that exhaustion, Jesus Christ speaks these words in Matthew 11:28–29:

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me…”

These words are more than encouragement. They are an invitation from Jesus Himself to weary people who are carrying too much.

Jesus Invites The Exhausted

Jesus specifically addresses those who “labor and are heavy laden.” In other words, He is speaking directly to burdened people.

Some people are exhausted from:

stress and anxiety
broken relationships
financial pressure
guilt and shame
constantly trying to hold everything together

Others are exhausted spiritually. They know church culture, religious language, and Christian routines, but still feel restless internally.

It is like someone trying to carry too many grocery bags at once. At first, they think they can handle it. But eventually the weight becomes too much. The straps begin cutting into their hands. Things start slipping and falling.

That is how many people live spiritually. What they were trying to manage eventually begins managing them.

What Does Jesus Mean When He Says “Come to Me”?

One of the most important truths in Matthew 11 is that Jesus does not say:

Come to religion
Come to rules
Come to rituals

He says:
“Come to me.”

This is what makes Christianity different from empty religion. Real rest is not found in performance or appearances. It is found in relationship with Christ.

Jesus welcomes weary people personally. He does not stand at a distance waiting for people to fix themselves first. He invites broken, burdened, and tired people to come honestly and openly as they are.

This reflects the heart of the gospel. We do not come to Jesus because we have everything together. We come because we realize we cannot carry life on our own.

But coming to Jesus is not the end. It is the beginning.

The same Savior who welcomes weary people also wants to shape them. Jesus not only invites people into relationship with Him—He invites them into discipleship.

“Take My Yoke Upon You and Learn From Me.” What Does That Mean?

After inviting weary people to come to Him, Jesus says:

“Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me.”

In biblical times, a yoke represented attachment, direction, and submission. It connected two animals together so they could move in alignment with one another.

Jesus uses this image to teach something powerful:
Real rest is not merely relief from stress. Real rest is found in walking with Jesus and learning from Him.

Many people want Jesus as a rescuer but not as a teacher. They want comfort without correction. They want peace without surrender. They want the benefits of Christ without being formed by Christ.

But discipleship means more than admiring Jesus from a distance. It means allowing Him to shape:

your thinking
your decisions
your priorities
your relationships
your everyday life

Christianity is not casual association with Jesus. It is being yoked to Him.

We Are All Yoked to Something

Everyone is being shaped by something.

Some people are yoked to:

ambition
pride
fear
culture
trauma
sin
religion without grace

Whatever a person is yoked to will eventually shape how they think, live, and carry burdens.
If someone is yoked to pride, they constantly feel pressure to protect their image. If they are yoked to ambition, nothing ever feels like enough. If they are yoked to culture, their identity constantly shifts with public opinion.

But Jesus offers something different.

When a person is yoked to Christ, they are connected to the One who knows where He is leading them. Instead of carrying life alone, they begin walking under the leadership, wisdom, and care of Jesus Himself.

Application: What Has Been Shaping Your Life?

Matthew 11 challenges believers and unbelievers alike to ask honest questions:

What have I been carrying alone?
Have I truly come to Jesus?
What has been shaping my thinking?
What voice has the greatest influence over my life?
Am I learning from Jesus or only listening to everyone else?

Many people are exhausted because they are trying to lead themselves, define truth for themselves, and carry burdens in their own strength.

But Jesus offers another way.

He invites weary people not only to come to Him for rest, but also to walk with Him daily in discipleship.

Come To Me

In a world full of anxiety, burnout, pressure, and spiritual exhaustion, Jesus still offers the same invitation:

“Come to me.”

Not to empty religion.
Not to endless performance.
Not to appearances.
To Him.

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/12/feeling-burned-out-jesus-offers-real-rest#comments 0 Old Covenant Vs. New Covenant: What's The Difference? https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/07/old-covenant-vs-new-covenant-what-s-the-difference Thu, 07 May 2026 11:15:06 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/07/old-covenant-vs-new-covenant-what-s-the-difference

Old Covenant vs New Covenant: What’s the Difference?

2026.05.03 | His Blood is STILL Superior | based on the message from Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.

Many people ask, “What is the difference between the Old Covenant and the New Covenant?”

Hebrews 9:11–22 answers that question by pointing to one central truth: Jesus did what the Old Covenant could never fully accomplish.

What Was the Purpose of Animal Sacrifices in the Old Covenant?

Under the Old Covenant, God established a sacrificial system involving priests, the tabernacle, and the offering of animal blood for sin. The high priest would enter the Most Holy Place once a year to offer sacrifices on behalf of the people (Hebrews 9:7).

This system was not random or meaningless. It was established by God to teach several important truths:

Sin is serious
Sin brings death
Forgiveness requires atonement

The sacrifices served as a temporary covering for sin and pointed forward to the coming Savior. But Hebrews 9 makes clear that the Old Covenant had limitations. The sacrifices had to be repeated continually because they could not permanently remove sin or fully cleanse the conscience.

While it could address outward impurity and restore people ceremonially, it could not fully deal with the deeper problem of sin within the human heart.

What are the key limitations of the Old Covenant?

It had to be repeated continually
It only provided external (ceremonial) cleansing
It could not fully remove sin
It could not cleanse the conscience

This is why the Old Covenant, though meaningful, was ultimately incomplete. It exposed the problem of sin but could not permanently solve it.

Why Did Jesus Have to Shed His Blood?

Hebrews 9:11–12 explains that Jesus came as the greater High Priest. Unlike the priests of the Old Covenant, He did not enter an earthly tabernacle made by human hands. He entered the heavenly presence of God itself.

Most importantly, He did not offer the blood of animals. He offered His own blood.
This matters because the sacrifice of Jesus was:

personal
perfect
sinless
final

The blood of animals could only symbolize cleansing, but Jesus accomplished true redemption through His death on the cross.

Hebrews 9:12 says:

“He entered once for all into the holy places… by means of his own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption.”

That phrase “once for all” is central to understanding the New Covenant. Under the Old Covenant, sacrifices happened over and over again because the work was never fully finished. But Jesus offered Himself once, and His sacrifice fully satisfied the righteous demands of God.

Nothing needs to be added to His work. Nothing needs to complete it.

Hebrews 9 Explained: What Makes the New Covenant Better?

One of the major themes of Hebrews 9 is that everything about Christ’s ministry is greater than the Old Covenant system.

The Old Covenant was temporary. Jesus secures eternal redemption. The Old Covenant relied on repeated animal sacrifices. Jesus offered Himself once and for all. The Old Covenant focused primarily on external cleansing. The New Covenant transforms the heart from the inside out.

Hebrews 9:14 says the blood of Christ:
“purifies our conscience from dead works to serve the living God.”

This means Jesus does not merely improve outward behavior. He cleanses guilt, shame, and the inner burden of sin. The New Covenant changes not only how a person appears outwardly, but who they are inwardly before God.

Why is Jesus’ Sacrifice Superior?

The superiority of Jesus’ sacrifice is seen in both what He offered and what His sacrifice accomplishes.

First, His sacrifice is personal and perfect. He did not offer something outside of Himself—He gave His own life as the sinless Son of God. Because of who He is, His sacrifice fully satisfies the righteous demands of God.

Second, His work is permanent. Hebrews 9:12 says He secured eternal redemption, not temporary relief. The Old Covenant could only point forward and cover sin ceremonially, but Jesus accomplished a lasting salvation that does not expire.

Finally, His sacrifice is final. There is no need to add to it, repeat it, or complete it. When Jesus finished His work, it was truly finished.

Application: What Does This Mean for Us Today?

Hebrews 9 reminds us that Christianity is not ultimately about rituals, performance, or trying to earn acceptance before God.

Because of Jesus:

we do not have to carry the weight of unresolved guilt
we do not have to strive endlessly to cleanse ourselves
we do not have to wonder whether Christ’s sacrifice was enough

His blood accomplished what animal sacrifices never could. It secured eternal redemption and opened the way for believers to confidently approach God. This also challenges outward religion without inward transformation. A person can know church culture, religious language, and spiritual routines while still remaining unchanged internally. But the New Covenant is about more than external appearance—it is about a transformed heart.

The blood of Jesus does not simply make people look clean outwardly. It changes them from the inside out.

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/07/old-covenant-vs-new-covenant-what-s-the-difference#comments 0 PASTOR'S UPDATE MAY 1, 2026 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/01/pastor-s-update-may-1-2026 Fri, 01 May 2026 11:46:43 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/01/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:

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.

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.

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, 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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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

2026 CHURCH THEME:
- Advancing and Expanding for God’s Glory Alone
  Proclaiming Christ, Producing Disciples
  Matthew 28:18-20 (ESV)
MAY PRAYER FOCUS
- Walking in God's Faithfulness
  I Cor 10;13; Duet.7:9; Lam.3;22-23; I Jhn. 1:8-9

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

Remember, Health Care Ministry is sponsoring a weekly Health Walk every Saturday from 7:00 am to 7:35 am led by Rev. Aubrey Craig and Sister Sandra Jones. This is a 30- minute walk. The walking group will meet on the corner of Bastanchury Road and Rose Drive. If you want to participate, show up with water and energy snacks. Water and snacks will not be provided. For more information, please call Sister Sandra Jones at 909-438-7217.

IN-PERSON EX-HOUR:

We invite you to stay after the first service or come earlier for the second service to attend EX-Hour in person. Remember, we have five adult classes meeting in person on campus a Young Adult Class, a Youth Class and Children's Classes.

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,

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Rev. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Your Pastor

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]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2026/05/01/pastor-s-update-may-1-2026#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN DECEMBER 28, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/26/virtual-bulletin-december-28-2025 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/26/virtual-bulletin-december-28-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

December 28, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Luke 17: 11-19
Sunday Hymn
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections CYYA Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

1. What a fellowship, what a joy divine,
leaning on the everlasting arms;
what a blessedness, what a peace is mine,
leaning on the everlasting arms.

Leaning, leaning,
safe and secure from all alarms;
leaning, leaning,
leaning on the everlasting arms.

2. O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way,
leaning on the everlasting arms;
O how bright the path grows from day to day,
leaning on the everlasting arms. [Refrain]

3. What have I to dread, what have I to fear,
leaning on the everlasting arms?
I have blessed peace with my Lord so near,
leaning on the everlasting arms. [Refrain]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY

Imagine a redemptive love so powerful that it finds you in your lowest moments and launches you on a journey into renewed hope and purpose! Prepare to be inspired and rejuvenated by an ancient story of unlikely romance, whose timeless themes resonate through the pages of Scripture to shine a light in the dark places of loss and disappointment in your life.

Presented through Right Now Media and led by Jerome Gay, founding and lead pastor of Vision Church, this study offers fresh, yet scripturally grounded perspectives on the book of Ruth—and its implications for our relationships with God and each other in the present day.

MEN'S MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

Merry Christmas

COLLEGE AND CAREER PREP

Parents and Students? College and Career prep information is here. We will be advising on campus every 4th Sunday, following church service in the quad. Come and hear from some of our esteemed church members:

FBC Scholars and College Alums
Ashleigh Alexander , Kinesiology
Jade Reed, Business Marketing /Communication Studies
Jana Singley, B.S. Elementary Education
Ja’ Nae Walker, Hampton HBCU, B.S. Finance

FBC Career /ProfessionalAmbassadors
Jacques Bordeaux, Science Educator
Beverly Hall, RN, FBC Health Care Ministry
Vivian Randolph, Esq., Lawyer
Tonya L. Whiteside, Author, Educator, Entrepreneur

See you there!

CONVOCATION

Convocation is an assembly of gathering for worship, teaching, and fellowship. It is a chance to seek the presence of the Lord at the start of a New Year. Please mark your calendars for Convocation 2026. January 13-15, 2026, Rev. Dr. Robert C. Scott, of St. Paul Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC. will be our Convocation guest speaker.

OC-Youth Art Contest

MLK The Musical

Get ready for a powerful new stage production that will take the world by storm. "Experience the Dream: MLK The Musical" brings to life the incredible love story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. This inspiring musical takes audiences on a heartfelt journey through the personal and public lives of two of America’s most iconic figures.
For more information, please call the church office at (714) 528-0990 to be put in touch with members of the production team!

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

DECEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

GRIEFSHARE

GriefShare resumes here at Friendship on January 20, 2026. Please consider joining us as we navigate this journey together. You can register by going to the church website, select connect then ministry then Outreach scroll down to GriefShare click the logo and then search for current group.

Gospel in Poetry

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/26/virtual-bulletin-december-28-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN DECEMBER 21, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/19/virtual-bulletin-december-21-2025 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/19/virtual-bulletin-december-21-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

December 21, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
John 1:4; Revelation 21:23–25
Sunday Hymn
Silent Night

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Mass Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

Please join us in the Quad after service for refreshments and photos.

SUNDAY HYMN

SILENT NIGHT

Silent night, holy night!
All is calm, all is bright
Round yon virgin mother and Child.
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace,
Sleep in heavenly peace.

Silent night, holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight;
Glories stream from heaven afar,
Heav’nly hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ the Savior is born,
Christ the Savior is born!

Silent night! Holy night!
Son of God, love’s pure light
Radiant beams from thy holy face,
With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at thy birth,
Jesus, Lord, at thy birth.

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL

Advent is a Christian season of preparation for Christmas, lasting about four weeks before the holiday. The word "advent" means "coming" or "arrival," referring to the anticipation of Jesus's birth and his anticipated second coming.
Week 4 | The Light of Life

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

Merry Christmas

COLLEGE AND CAREER PREP

CONVOCATION

OC-Youth Art Contest

MLK The Musical

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

DECEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

GRIEFSHARE

Gospel in Poetry

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/19/virtual-bulletin-december-21-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN DECEMBER 14, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/13/virtual-bulletin-december-14-2025 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/13/virtual-bulletin-december-14-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

December 14, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Psalm 139:12; John 8:1
Sunday Hymn
Jesus The Light of the World

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Voices of Joy

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

Jesus, the Light of the World

Hark! the herald angels sing,
Jesus, the Light of the world;
glory to the newborn King,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light;
come where the dewdrops of mercy are bright,
shine all around us by day and by night,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
Jesus, the Light of the world;
join the triumph of the skies,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light;
come where the dewdrops of mercy are bright,
shine all around us by day and by night,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

Christ, by highest heav'n adored,
Jesus, the Light of the world;
Christ, the everlasting Lord,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light;
come where the dewdrops of mercy are bright,
shine all around us by day and by night,
Jesus, the Light of the world.

Hail the heav'n-born Prince of peace!
Jesus, the Light of the world.
hail the Sun of Righteousness!
Jesus, the Light of the world.

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL

BIBLE READING GROUPS

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

The Man That God Uses is studying the book of Habakkuk.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

Cookies 'N Me

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COLLEGE AND CAREER PREP

FOOD PANTRY

Food Pantry Holiday Hours

Week of Christmas and New Year:
Open for distribution:
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Wednesday, December 24, 2025

The Food Pantry will be closed:
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Thursday, January 1, 2026

For more information or questions, please call the church office at
714-528-0990

OC-Youth Art Contest

MLK The Musical

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

DECEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

GRIEFSHARE

Gospel in Poetry

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/13/virtual-bulletin-december-14-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN DECEMBER 7, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/05/virtual-bulletin-december-7-2025 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/05/virtual-bulletin-december-7-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

December 7, 2025
High Church
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Isaiah 9:2; Luke 1:78–79
Sunday Hymn
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Mass Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.

Invitation to Accept Christ
Communion
Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

HARK! THE HERALD ANGELS SING

1. Hark! the herald angels sing, "Glory to the newborn King:
peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!"
Joyful, all ye nations, rise, join the triumph of the skies;
with th'angelic hosts proclaim, "Christ is born in Bethlehem!"

Refrain:
Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the newborn King"

2. Christ, by highest heaven adored, Christ, the everlasting Lord,
late in time behold him come, offspring of the Virgin's womb:
veiled in flesh the Godhead see; hail th'incarnate Deity,
pleased with us in flesh to dwell, Jesus, our Immanuel.

Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the newborn King"

3. Hail the heaven-born Prince of Peace! Hail the Sun of Righteousness!
Light and life to all he brings, risen with healing in his wings.
Mild he lays his glory by, born that we no more may die,
born to raise us from the earth, born to give us second birth.

Hark! the herald angels sing,
"Glory to the newborn King"

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL

BIBLE READING GROUPS

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

The Man That God Uses is studying the book of Habakkuk.

RHEMA

Are you ready for some football and fun!
The Rhema Men's Ministry is inviting all the Men & Boys of Friendship out for a Year's End Tailgating Party. Monday, December 8 from 6pm-8pm. We'll have the game on, have a trivia contest and play games - and of course - EAT! Let's all come together and celebrate the year and have a special prayer time for all the Men of Friendship. Dads, come with your sons! Moms, bring your boys!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

We are days away from the Christmas Gala! Please pick-up all tickets from the Christmas Gala table in the Quad.
This Event will be December 12, 2025 at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club.
6501 Nohl Ranch Rd. Anaheim Hills, 92807

Cookies 'N Me

COLLEGE AND CAREER PREP

WATCH NIGHT SERVICE - NEW YEAR'S EVE
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, we will celebrate Watch Night with the East Coast Saints with a service at 7:30 p.m. that will end at 9:00 p.m. (New Year's on the East Coast). This will be about a 90-minute service. Testimonies will begin at 6:30 p.m. Invite your family and friends.

OC-Youth Art Contest

MLK The Musical

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

DECEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

GRIEFSHARE

Gospel in Poetry

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/05/virtual-bulletin-december-7-2025#comments 0 PASTOR'S UPDATE DECEMBER 5, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/05/pastor-s-update-december-5-2025 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:56:17 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/05/pastor-s-update-december-5-2025

Greetings Friendship family!

Good day, Friendship family! We are now entering the last month of the year. Can you believe that 2025 will be over in roughly twenty-six days? Twenty-six days. Think about that. Can you even remember how we started this year? Do you remember everything that has transpired?

It has been a year of ups and downs. A year of blessings and burdens. A year where we have laughed together and cried together. A year where we have buried loved ones and celebrated new beginnings. We have seen growth, change, progress, and challenges. Through it all, God has kept us. Through it all, God has sustained us. Through it all, God has proved Himself faithful again and again. Family, it has been a year!

And today, I want you to know this is our last video announcement for the year. I think so. So thank you for watching and staying connected each month.

I also want to say this. I missed being with you for the last Sunday of November and the first Sunday of Advent. That has not happened since I have been your pastor. But Lady Karima and I needed to get away. With everything going on, I needed to rest. Thank you for praying for us, covering us, and giving us space to breathe. We love you, and we are grateful.

Here are this week's announcements:

MONTHLY FAMILY PRAYER SERVICE
Join us tonight, December 5th, for Family Prayer in person in the sanctuary from 7:30 to 9:00 PM. This is our final Family Prayer gathering for the year. I would love to see you and pray with you. Let’s finish strong in prayer. Join us for prayer & praise.

CHURCH STEWARDSHIP MEETING
Then, tomorrow morning, December 6th, I look forward to seeing you for our Stewardship Meeting at 10 AM. This is a full church meeting. We will review this year, present and vote on the 2026 budget, and even take tours through the new building. I need you there. Your input matters. Your presence matters.

CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRY CHRISTMAS PARTY - DECEMBER 14 @ 11:30 AM
UPDATE: On December 14, our Children and Youth Ministry will host a Christmas Party for ages three to seventeen during Children's and Youth Worship. This will also be a time to celebrate with the young people and appreciate our Children and Youth volunteers. . Come for fun, food, fellowship, and Christmas joy.

COMMUNION SUNDAY SERVICE
Please note that this Sunday is High Church Sunday. Our last one of the year. I look forward to the deacons leading us in worship, communion in community, the morning hymn, and simply the blessing of gathering together. I hope to see you in the house. Remember, we start 15 minutes earlier and begin with the Deacons leading Devotion.

Now we have four Sundays left in this year. And this Sunday is also a Bring the Whole-Tithe Sunday where we bring a honest tithe to the Lord, trusting His provision and protection! We have had a strong financial year, and for that we praise God. But we need to meet our full 2025 budget goal. To do so we still need to raise $350,000. Friendship Family, we can do it. We need a strong finish because we have strong faith. Thank you for your generosity and your commitment.

For those of you joining us for worship online, 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.

RHEMA MENS'S MINISTRY - GUYS NIGHT OUT
Are you ready for some football and fun? The Rhema Men’s Ministry invites all the men and boys of Friendship to a Year’s End Tailgating Party on Monday, December 8 from 6 to 8 PM. We will have the game on. We will have a trivia contest. We will play games. And of course, we will eat. It is a potluck, so men, bring your best side dish. Dads, bring your sons. Moms, send your boys. Let’s come together and celebrate the year and pray for the men of Friendship.

2025 CHRISTMAS GALA
Our Christmas Gala is coming up next Friday, December 12. You already know: great food, great fellowship, live entertainment, dancing, and an elegant night out with your church family. We currently have seventy tickets left. If you have not secured yours, now is the time. Let’s celebrate together.

CHRISTMAS SERVICE - DECEMBER 21
Everyone needs to plan to join us on Sunday, December 21 at 8:00 AM & 11:30 AM for Christmas Sunday. It promises to be all the way live. Great music, a great message, and great ministry with dance, spoken, choirs, many other surprises to engage the spirit and encourage your heart. Come and be blessed and bring someone with you.

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY MOVIE OUTING
We have a few discounted group-rate tickets for the 3:25 PM showing of David on 12/21. Join our Children's Scholarship Ministry team for this new movie about one of our biblical heroes. Tickets are on $7.50. To sign up, go HERE.

GIVING TUESDAY - CHRIST CHILDREN'S CENTER
As you know, Giving Tuesday happened earlier this week, but we want to highlight this again. We are asking you to partner with us, especially with your year-end giving, 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.

ANGEL TREE
Friendship family, once again, we are partnering with Prison Fellowship’s Angel Tree Ministry to bless children of incarcerated parents. If you’d like to serve as a volunteer donor, please sign up by sending an email Rev. Felton Christian, HERE.

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

DECEMBER PRAYER FOCUS:

Celebrating the Birth of Jesus, Our Hope
Matthew 1:23-25; Isaiah 7:14; Isaiah 9:6-7; Luke 1:76-79; John 1:14

BIBLE READING

We invite everyone to consider reading God’s Word this year! As of today, you have 26 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.

Looking ahead, join us for Watch Night Service as we celebrate with the East Coast. Service starts at 7:00 PM and ends just after 9:00 PM, which is midnight on the East Coast. Watch Night is our historic and sacred tradition of ending the year in worship, reflection, gratitude, and expectation. Come and bring the family.

You have twenty-six days to finish your Bible reading for the year. Let’s get it done. If you have completed your reading already, please contact Minister Leshon Archer so we can celebrate your accomplishment. Her email address is leshon@wearefriendship.church.

As we move into these final days of the year, I want to remind you of something simple but true. God has carried us. God has kept us. God has covered us. Everything we have walked through, we walked through together, and God walked with us. So lift your head. Strengthen your heart. And take courage as we finish this year. The same God who brought us this far will take us further.

Family, I love you. I really do. But God loves you best, God loves you better, and God loves you beyond anything you can imagine or think. Stay encouraged, stay prayerful, and stay faithful. God is with us, and greater things are still ahead.

Blessings,

Rev. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Your Pastor

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]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/12/05/pastor-s-update-december-5-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN November 30, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/11/28/virtual-bulletin-november-30-2025 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/11/28/virtual-bulletin-november-30-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

November 30, 2025
First Sunday of Advent
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Psalm 112:4; John 1:1–5

Sunday Hymn
Lift Him Up

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Mass Choir

Preached Word Pastor Jaron Singley
Executive Pastor of Ministries

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

Lift Him Up

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]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL

BIBLE READING GROUPS

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

The Man That God Uses is studying the book of Habakkuk.

RHEMA

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

We are less than a month away from the Christmas Gala! Buy your ticket now! You can get your tickets at church, online, or through the church app. The tables are filling up fast. Tickets need to be purchased by Dec. 1, 2025. Please pick-up all tickets from the Christmas Gala table in the Quad (in case of rain, the table will be in the Carrington Building.) As A Reminder you can still enter to win a $50.00 Gift card for tickets purchased in November You don't want to miss this exquisite night of fun, food, fellowship and festivities. This Event will be December 12, 2025 at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club. 6501 Nohl Ranch Rd.

#GIVINGTUESDAY

#GIVINGTUESDAY
Help Us Build Christ’s Children’s Center!
Partner with us as we create a dedicated, safe, and joy-filled space where our children can learn, worship, and grow in their faith. A children’s building allows us to offer age—appropriate teaching, meaningful activities, and an environment designed just for them—engaging, accessible, and fun.

CYYA CHRISTMAS PARTY

Cookies 'N Me

OC-Youth Art Contest

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

DECEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

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2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

November 23, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 12:27-43

Hymn
We Will Understand It Better (By And By)

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." 2 Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections CYYA Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

We Will Understand It Better (By And By)

1. We are often tossed and driv'n on the restless sea of time;
Somber skies and howling tempests oft succeed a bright sunshine;
In that land of perfect day, when the mists have rolled away,
We will understand it better by and by. [refrain]

[refrain]
By and by, when the morning comes,
All the saints of God are gathered home,
We will tell the story how we've overcome,
We will understand it better by and by.

2. We are often destitute of the things that life demands;
Want of food and want of shelter, thirsty hills and barren lands;
We are trusting in the Lord, and according to his Word,
We will understand it better by and by. [refrain]

3. Trials dark on ev'ry hand and we cannot understand
All the ways that God would lead us to that blessed Promised Land,
But he guides us with his eye, and we'll follow till we die,
For we'll understand it better by and by. [refrain]

4. Temptations, hidden snares often take us unaware,
And our hearts are made to bleed for a tho'tless word or deed,
And we wonder why the test when we try to do our best,
But we'll understand it better by and by. [refrain]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Cookies 'N Me

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

In the quad between services; 9:30-10a and 11:00-11:30a
* Engage with FBC Members from Diverse Careers:
§ Jala Abner, Economics/Public Policy
§ Jacques Bordeaux, Science Education Manager
§ Peter Buck, Educator, Musician
§ Greg Green, Aeronautical Engineer
§ Austin Harrell, Technology
§ Regina Holman, Technology
§ Jade Reed, Business Marketing/Communications Studies
§ Rev. Keturah Washington, Entrepreneur/Real Estate/Doula

Different Scholars and Career Representatives Featured Each 4th Sunday!

WOMEN'S AND SINGLES MINISTRY

ASL MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE

Pastor Curry, Lady Karima and the Friendship Staff would like to wish all of our Friendship family very Happy Thanksgiving.

Just a reminder that the office will be closed
Thursday, November 27—29, 2025.

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY
DEADLINE TO PARTICIPATE 11/29

OC-Youth Art Contest

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

NOVEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

PROJECT ANGEL TREE

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2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

November 16, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 10: 28-39
Hymn -
My Hope is Built on Nothing Less
Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Inspirational Voices Choir
Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

My Hope is Built on Nothing Less

1. My hope is built on nothing less
than Jesus' blood and righteousness;
I dare not trust the sweetest frame,
but wholly lean on Jesus' name.

Refrain:
On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand:
all other ground is sinking sand;
all other ground is sinking sand.

2. When darkness veils his lovely face,
I rest on his unchanging grace;
in every high and stormy gale,
my anchor holds within the veil. [Refrain]

3. His oath, his covenant, his blood,
support me in the whelming flood;
when all around my soul gives way,
he then is all my hope and stay. [Refrain]

4. When he shall come with trumpet sound,
O may I then in him be found:
dressed in his righteousness alone,
faultless to stand before the throne. [Refrain]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

This is your friendly reminder that Mens Bible Study will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:30 pm via zoom.

The RHEMA Men's Ministry is about God's ideal of Manhood. As men we purpose to come together for spiritual empowerment. Our primary goal is to help men grow in their relationship with God and build deep friendships with other godly men in hopes of developing spiritually stronger men, husbands, fathers, families and churches. In our discipleship efforts we employ the small group model in facilitating the growth of solid and deeper friendships with other men.

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

WOMEN'S AND SINGLES MINISTRY

Just in time for the holiday season – Gifts From The Kitchen. We are pleased to announce Sis. Sybella Patten, recipient of the 2025 Top of the Show award, will be leading an instructional session on food dehydration. Together with the UC Master Food Preservers of Orange County, Sis. Sybella will demonstrate how to create packaged comfort foods from dehydrated ingredients, suitable for gifting to family and friends. Attendees will receive recipes for Snowman Soup Mix (Hot Chocolate Mix), Sweet Potato Pie Spice Mix, and Soup in a Jar Mix. These recipes also serve as excellent options for emergency preparedness or camping trips.

Participants will gain foundational knowledge in food dehydration techniques, enabling them to preserve garden-fresh produce, fruits, and herbs for year-round enjoyment.

ASL MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in November will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

GIRL SCOUTS GOLD

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

NOVEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

PROJECT ANGEL TREE

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2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

November 9, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 9: 1-38 ESV
Hymn -
Standing on the Promises of God

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Voices of Joy

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF GOD

1. Standing on the promises of Christ, my King!
Through eternal ages let His praises ring.
"Glory in the highest!" I will shout and sing,
standing on the promises of God.

[Refrain]:
Standing, standing,
standing on the promises of God, my Savior;
standing, standing,
I’m standing on the promises of God.

2. Standing on the promises that cannot fail!
When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail,
by the living Word of God I shall prevail,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]

3. Standing on the promises, I now can see
perfect, present cleansing in the blood for me;
standing in the liberty where Christ makes free,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]

4. Standing on the promises of Christ, the Lord,
bound to Him eternally by love’s strong cord,
overcoming daily with the Spirit’s Sword,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]

5. Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
list'ning ev'ry moment to the Spirit’s call,
resting in my Savior as my all in all,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]

STERWARDSHIP INITIATIVE

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY - Abundance: Living Responsibly With God's Gifts will guide us into the biblical understanding of abundant life and help us sort out many of the faithful and practical issues that come together in a life of abundance. Seven chapters offer Bible verses and discussion questions about "a life of joy," "material abundance," "over-indulgence," "Living simply," "money," "ways in which we are handled by our stuff," and "ethics." We'll wrestle with our personal finances, seeking always to discern the will of God.

Fortunately, if we will only have ears to hear, we are blessed with an abundance of biblical guidance. For Jesus really did have a preoccupation with wealth, speaking of money five times as often as prayer. Of course, his interest in wealth was not in its pursuit, but in the danger it can pose to Christian discipleship. Sign up HERE.

MEN'S MINISTRY

This is your friendly reminder that Mens Bible Study will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 7:30 pm via zoom.

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

WOMEN'S AND SINGLES MINISTRY

ASL MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

WALKING MINISTRY

SCOUTS

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

NOVEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

PROJECT ANGEL TREE

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2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

November 2, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 8:1-12 ESV
Hymn -
Hold to God's Unchanging Hand

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Mass Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Communion

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

HOLD TO GOD'S UNCHANGING HAND

1. Time is filled with swift transition,
Naught of earth unmoved can stand;
Build your hopes on things eternal,
Hold to God’s unchanging hand!

[refrain]
Hold to God’s unchanging hand!
Hold to God’s unchanging hand!
Build your hopes on things eternal,
hold to God’s unchanging hand!

2. Trust in Him who will not leave you,
Whatsoever years may bring;
If by earthly friends forsaken,
Still more closely to Him cling. [refrain]

3. Covet not this world’s vain riches
That so rapidly decay;
Seek to gain the heav’nly treasures,
They will never pass away! [refrain]

4. When your journey is completed,
If to God you have been true,
Fair and bright the home in glory,
Your enraptured soul will view! [refrain]

STERWARDSHIP INITIATIVE

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

This is your friendly reminder that Mens Bible Study will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 7:30 pm via zoom.

PRAISE IN MOTION

Praise In Motion will be holding a virtual orientation for new members (or those interested in becoming members) on Wednesday, November 5 at 6:30PM! Here is the link for folks to fill out prior to the orientation: Praise In Motion Inquiry Form .

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

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ASL MINISTRY

WOMEN'S AND SINGLES MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

VOTER REGISTRATION

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

WALKING MINISTRY

SCOUTS

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

NOVEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision
  Psalm 100; 1 Chronicles 16:34-36; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 106:1-2; Colossians 3:17

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/31/virtual-bulletin-november-2-2025#comments 0 PASTOR'S UPDATE OCTOBER 31, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/31/pastor-s-update-october-31-2025 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:18:50 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/31/pastor-s-update-october-31-2025

Greetings Friendship family!

Can you believe it? We are entering the second-to-last month of the year. 2025 will be over in roughly 60 days. Time has flown by, and the Word of God reminds us in Ephesians 5:15–16 to “walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.”

That phrase, redeeming the time, means making the most of every opportunity God gives us. It’s about using our time wisely, valuing our relationships, and aligning our priorities with God’s purpose. We redeem time when we worship, when we serve, when we give, and when we forgive.

We redeem time when we strengthen our families, grow in faith, and bless others with the gifts God has given us.

As we approach the end of the year and enter the last 60 days. I pray that you will redeem time in the areas most significant for you. Ask God how you might do it and then apply yourself to redeeming the time.

Friends, I’ll be honest with you, October has taken a toll on me. I traveled three out of the five weeks this month, and I’m tired. But even in the fatigue, I’m reminded that God is faithful.

This month has been hard for our church family as well. We mourn the passing of Deacon Roger Wright, who went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 15th, and Brother Richard Campbell, who transitioned on October 21st. It’s been a rough month, but through it all, God remains in control, and His grace has kept us. It’s been a rough month, but through it all, God remains in control, and His grace has kept us. As we process our grief and navigate life’s many transitions, may we remember the God who is faithful in every season, steady in every storm, and present in every situation. Amen.

Here are this week's announcements:

HARVEST FEST -TONIGHT!
Tonight’s the night! Today is October 31st, and this evening, beginning at 6:30 PM, we will have our Harvest Festival and Chili Cook-Off here on our campus. This is a joyful time for our families and youth to celebrate safely and in community. Come out and enjoy games, food, and fellowship, and bring someone with you!

MONTHLY FAMILY PRAYER SERVICE
Please note, normally, our Prayer Meeting would take place online on this evening. However, because of our Harvest Festival, we’re encouraging everyone to find 30 minutes today to pray wherever you are, at home, at work, or even on the go, and then join us on campus for the fun and fellowship this evening.

Our November prayer focus is “Expressing Gratitude for God’s Provision.” Let’s take time to thank God for how He’s kept us, provided for us, and sustained us all year long.

BOY SCOUT PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER
Tomorrow morning, Saturday, November 1st, 8:00 AM, we invite everyone to join our Boy Scout Troop 1803 for their Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser. The minimum donation is $10. It’s a great way to enjoy a hearty meal, connect with families, and support our Scouts. All proceeds go toward their 2025 Scouting activities.

COMMUNION SUNDAY SERVICE
Sunday, November 2, is First Sunday Worship. Join us and let’s partake in Holy Communion with reverence and purpose.

For those of you joining us for worship on line, 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.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS MEETING - THIS SUNDAY
All members of our First Impressions Ministry, that’s our greeters, ushers, and hospitality teams, are invited to attend our All Hands Meeting this Sunday, November 2nd, from 9:55–10:55 AM. It will be short, sweet, and fun as we prepare for the next season of ministry.

Join me this Sunday, November 2nd after the 11:30 AM worship service for an End-of-Life Planning Workshop, part of our 90-Day Stewardship Initiative. We’ll meet on the 2nd floor of the Carrington Building to discuss practical and spiritual ways to prepare for life’s final transition. It’s about caring for your family and planning wisely. I encourage every adult to attend.

MORTUARIES IN THE QUAD
Then, next Sunday, November 9th, between services, we will have representatives from various local mortuaries on campus to provide information and resources to help our members learn more about funeral planning. This is part of our commitment to helping families plan wisely and prepare with peace of mind.

RHEMA MENS MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP
Brothers, the Men’s Fellowship resumes on Monday, November 7th, at 7:00 PM. We are back from Sabbath Rest and ready to dive into a new series: “God’s Uncommon Man.” Join the RHEMA Men’s Ministry as we continue in this powerful video series that features James Brown and Tony Dungy, who will be helping us unpack what it means to be a man who follows God faithfully. Come grow with the Men of Friendship!

SINGLES MINISTRY FALL BIBLE STUDY
Singles, you’re invited to our Fall Bible Study titled “Renewal: Grace and Redemption in the Story of Ruth.” This six-week series from RightNow Media will help you rediscover God’s plan and purpose for your life and relationships. This Bible Study takes place online and kicks off on Monday, November 10th. To sign up for this class, go HERE.

GIFTS FROM THE KITCHEN
There is an exciting hands-on Food Dehydration Workshop coming on Saturday, November 22nd, at 9 AM. All are invited, men and women, to come and learn how to preserve fruits, herbs, and vegetables for year-round enjoyment. The cost is $20 and includes materials. Space is limited, so register early. To register, go HERE.

THANKSGIVING TURKEY GIVEAWAY
Our Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway is coming soon! It takes place on Saturday, November 22nd @ 11 AM. With food insecurity on the rise, we expect a significant turnout this year. No sign-up is required, it’s first come, first served, so come early. Let’s be a blessing to our community!

TEACHER'S APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
If you serve as a Bible teacher, teaching assistant, or in any role in Christian Education, we want to celebrate you! Join us for our Teachers’ Appreciation Luncheon on Sunday, November 23rd at 1:30 PM. in the Multi-Purpose Building. Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 19th, so we can plan accordingly.

THANKSGIVING WORSHIP SERVICE
As we prepare for Thanksgiving, join us for a special night of worship and gratitude on Wednesday, November 26th at 7:30 PM. Let’s give thanks together for God’s goodness throughout the year.

2025 CHRISTMAS GALA
Greetings, Friendship, family, and friends—Have you purchased your 2025 Christmas Gala
tickets yet? Tickets can be purchased online on our church website, in the quad after each
service, or at the church office. Tickets are only $75. As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets
purchased in November will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing.

Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club, 6501 E. Nohl Ranch Rd in Anaheim Hills, at 7:00 PM.
Join us for an evening full of joy, celebration, delicious food, and entertainment. Don't miss what promises to be an enjoyable night of fellowship, dancing, and fun! You can purchase your tickets right HERE.

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.
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

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

NOVEMBER PRAYER FOCUS:

Walking in the Peace of God’s Glory
2 Corinthians 13:11; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Colossians 3:15

BIBLE READING

We invite everyone to consider reading God’s Word this year! As of today, you have 62 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.

Family, as we move into this new month and closer to the end of the year, let’s finish strong. Let’s remain committed to our Stewardship Challenge Initiative, keep giving, keep serving, and keep showing up. God is moving on our campus, the new Fellowship Hall and Event Center is making wonderful progress, and the solar canopies are coming along quickly. God is doing great things!

Let’s continue to redeem the time, to make every day count for His glory. I love you, Friendship, and I’m grateful to serve alongside you. God bless you, and let’s keep advancing and expanding for God’s glory alone!

Rev. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Your Pastor

GIRL SCOUTS

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/31/pastor-s-update-october-31-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN October 26, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/24/virtual-bulletin-october-26-2025 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 17:23:18 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/24/virtual-bulletin-october-26-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

October 26, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Baptism @ 11:30 a.m.

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 6:1-14
Hymn -
Yield Not To Temptation

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections CYYA Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION

1. Yield not to temptation, for yielding is sin.
Each vict'ry will help you some other to win.
Fight valiantly onward; dark passions subdue.
Look ever to Jesus; He'll carry you through.

Refrain:
Ask the Savior to help you,
comfort, strengthen, and keep you.
He is willing to aid you;
He will carry you through.

2. Shun evil companions; bad language disdain.
God’s name hold in rev'rence, nor take it in vain.
Be thoughtful and earnest, kind-hearted and true.
Look ever to Jesus; He'll carry you through. [Refrain]

3. To him that o’ercometh God giveth a crown.
Through faith we will conquer, though often cast down.
He who is our Savior our strength will renew.
Look ever to Jesus; He'll carry you through. [Refrain]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

This is your friendly reminder that Mens Bible Study will take place on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 at 7:30 pm via zoom. Our focus for this week will be The book of Micah chapters 3 & 4.. The class facilitator will be Bill Jenkins.

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

Hey FBC Students, Young Adults and Families!
Stop by Sunday, October 26, 2025

4th Sunday College and Career Resource Hub In the quad
between services 9:30-10a and 11:00-11:30a
* Receive FBC Scholarship Ministry Information
* Gather College Prep and Admission's Information and Resources
* Connect with FBC College Students and Graduates
* Engage with FBC Members in STEM Careers:
• Jacques Bordeaux, Science Educator
• Dan Brown, Electrical Engineer
• Jessica Pugh, Pediatric Nurse
• Cecilia Taylor, Chemical Engineer
• Curtis Williams, NASA Engineer
• Deacon David Whitt, Organic Chemist
Different Career Focus Featured Each 4th Sunday!

Hosted by the FBC College and Career Prep Initiative and the Scholarship Ministry

ASL MINISTRY

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

STERWARDSHIP INITIATIVE

HARVEST FESTIVAL

We appreciate CANDY DONATIONS! Candy donations may be dropped off in the large bucket in front of the CYYA office located on the first floor of the Carrington Building.
To sign up for the CHILI or SWEET POTATO PIE CONTESTS, please go HERE.

VOTER REGISTRATION

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in October will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

BOY SCOUTS

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

OCTOBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Walking in the Peace of God’s Glory
  2 Corinthians 13:11; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Colossians 3:15

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/24/virtual-bulletin-october-26-2025#comments 0 WOMEN'S DAY VIRTUAL BULLETIN October 19, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/17/women-s-day-virtual-bulletin-october-19-2025 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/17/women-s-day-virtual-bulletin-october-19-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

October 19, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Radiance

Worship through Dance Praise In Motion

Scripture Reading

Hymn -
Sweet, Sweet Spirit

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Women's Day Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Karen E. Stewart
Westley Theological Seminary, Washington, DC

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

SWEET, SWEET, SPIRIT

There's a sweet, sweet Spirit in this place,
And I know that it's the Spirit of the Lord;
There are sweet expressions on each face,
And I know they feel the presence of the Lord.

Chorus
Sweet Holy Spirit, Sweet heavenly Dove,
Stay right here with us, filling us with Your love.
And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise;
Without a doubt we'll know that we have been revived,
When we shall leave this place.

There are blessings you cannot receive
Till you know Him in His fullness and believe;
You're the one to profit when you say,
"I am going to walk with Jesus all the way."

If you say He saved you from your sin,
Now you're weak, you're bound and cannot enter in,
You can make it right if you will yield,
You'll enjoy the Holy Spirit that we feel.

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

THE W.O.R.D CONFERENCE

PRAISE IN PINK

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY

ASL MINISTRY

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

GOSPEL IN POETRY

If you would like to volunteer to help with the event, please contact Rev. F. Patrick Christian at Friendship Baptist Church Yorba Linda CA
Phone: (714) 579-7066
Email pchristian@wearefriendship.church

STERWARDSHIP INITIATIVE

HARVEST FESTIVAL

VOTER REGISTRATION

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in October will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

BOY SCOUTS

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

OCTOBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Walking in the Peace of God’s Glory
  2 Corinthians 13:11; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Colossians 3:15

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/17/women-s-day-virtual-bulletin-october-19-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN October 12, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/10/virtual-bulletin-october-12-2025 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/10/virtual-bulletin-october-12-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

October 12, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 5:1-19 ESV

Hymn -
How Great Thou Art!

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Voices of Joy

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

How Great Thou Art!

Verse 1
O Lord my God
When I in awesome wonder
Consider all the works Thy hands have made,
I see the stars,
I hear the rolling thunder,
Thy pow'r throughout The universe displayed!

Chorus
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee;
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee;
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!

Verse 2
When thru the woods
And forest glades I wander
And hear the birds Sing sweetly in the trees,
When I look down
From lofty mountain grandeur
And hear the brook And feel the gentle breeze,

Chorus

Verse 3
And when I think
That God, His Son not sparing,
Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in -
That on the cross,
My burden gladly bearing,
He bled and died To take away my sin!

Chorus

Verse 4
When Christ shall come
With shout of acclamation
And take me home, What joy shall fill my heart!
Then I shall bow
In humble adoration
And there proclaim, My God, how great Thou art!

Chorus

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

THE W.O.R.D CONFERENCE

PRAISE IN PINK

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY

ASL MINISTRY

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP INITIATIVE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

FLU SHOT CLINIC

GOSPEL IN POETRY

STERWARDSHIP INITIATIVE

HARVEST FESTIVAL

VOTER REGISTRATION

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in October will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

BOY SCOUTS

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

OCTOBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Walking in the Peace of God’s Glory
  2 Corinthians 13:11; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Colossians 3:15

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/10/virtual-bulletin-october-12-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN October 5, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/03/virtual-bulletin-october-5-2025 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 17:05:30 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/03/virtual-bulletin-october-5-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

October 5, 2025
Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading
Nehemiah 4:1-14 (ESV)

Hymn -
We'll Understand It Better By and By

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Mass Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Communion

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

We'll Understand It Better By and By

1. We are often tossed and driv'n on the restless sea of time;
Somber skies and howling tempests oft succeed a bright sunshine;
In that land of perfect day, when the mists have rolled away,
We will understand it better by and by.

Refrain:
By and by, when the morning comes,
All the saints of God are gathered home,
We will tell the story how we've overcome,
We will understand it better by and by.

2. We are often destitute of the things that life demands;
Want of food and want of shelter, thirsty hills and barren lands;
We are trusting in the Lord, and according to his Word,
We will understand it better by and by. [Refrain]

3. Trials dark on ev'ry hand and we cannot understand
All the ways that God would lead us to that blessed Promised Land,
But he guides us with his eye, and we'll follow till we die,
For we'll understand it better by and by. [Refrain]

4. Temptations, hidden snares often take us unaware,
And our hearts are made to bleed for a tho'tless word or deed,
And we wonder why the test when we try to do our best,
But we'll understand it better by and by. [Refrain]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

BIBLE READING GROUPS

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

THE W.O.R.D CONFERENCE

PRAISE IN PINK

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULTS

ABUNDANCE

ASL Ministry

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY

Scholarship Ministry

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

FLU SHOT CLINIC

GOSPEL IN POETRY

STERWARDSHIP INITIATIVE

HARVEST FESTIVAL

VOTER REGISTRATION

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in October will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

SEPTEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Building Unity in the Body of Christ
  Psalm 133:1; 1 Corinthians 12:12; Ephesians 4:13; 1 Peter 3:8; Colossians 3:14

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/03/virtual-bulletin-october-5-2025#comments 0 PASTOR'S UPDATE OCTOBER 3, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/03/pastor-s-update-october-3-2025 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:15:27 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/03/pastor-s-update-october-3-2025

Happy Friday, Friendship Family!

As I begin this update, I want to express heartfelt gratitude for the love you showed Karima and me during the 12th Pastoral Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, September 28th. Your prayers, encouragement, gifts, and presence were deeply appreciated. Thank you for being such a kind and faithful church family. We’re grateful to serve such a loving church family. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Now here we are in the final quarter of 2025. And it’s a significant stretch for us as a church. We’ll complete our Nehemiah series in November. We will begin our Advent preaching series in December. Continue in our 90-Day Stewardship Challenge. And anticipate the completion of our new Fellowship Hall/Event Center by November.

Let’s continue in prayer and faithful participation. Our October prayer focus is: Walking in the Peace of God’s Glory. Let the peace of Christ dwell in you richly.

Here are this week's announcements:

MONTHLY FAMILY PRAYER SERVICE
This evening, Friday, September 5th, we begin with our Family Prayer Service at 7:30 PM. Please join us on the prayer line tonight from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The Link is the same as our Wednesday Prayer gatherings. To join in at 7:30 PM tonight, click HERE.

CHURCH LEADERSHIP MEETING -THIS SATURDAY
We begin this weekend with an important time of connection. I would like to remind all ministry leaders that our Quarterly Leadership Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, October 4th, at 10:00 AM. I look forward to connecting with each of you as we align and prepare for what’s ahead.

SALVATION ARMY DONATION DRIVE
As part of our 90-Day Stewardship Challenge, we invite you to give generously through our Salvation Army Donation Drive. The donation truck will be here tomorrow, Saturday, October 4th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and again on Sunday, October 5th, from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

You may donate gently used clothing, shoes, small appliances, furniture, and more. All gifts are tax-deductible, and donors will receive a receipt and a coupon for a free breakfast burrito*, redeemable after first service on Sunday, October 5th.

COMMUNION SUNDAY & HIGH CHURCH SERVICE
Sunday, October 5, is First Sunday Worship. Join us and let’s partake in Holy Communion with reverence and purpose.

For those of you joining us for worship on line, 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.

FLU SHOT CLINIC
We’re happy to offer a Flu Shot Clinic again this year. To serve you well, the Health Care Ministry is taking sign-ups this Sunday, October 5th. Visit the table in the quad to register. Supplies are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Flu Shot Clinic itself will take place on Sunday, October 12th, immediately following both the 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM worship services. Shots will be administered in the Healthcare Office inside the Multipurpose Building.

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY
Scholarship Ministry Kick-Off and Orientation. Please check out the Scholarship Ministry page on our website,
On October 9 at 7:30 PM, Join the meeting by clicking HERE.

ATHERTON MEN'S CONFERENCE
Men of Friendship, I want to personally invite you to join me on Saturday, October 11th, at Atherton Baptist Church for their Annual Men’s Conference. The theme is “Kingdom Men: Making a Difference.” Breakfast is served at 7:15 a.m., and the conference begins immediately afterward. I will be one of the speakers, and I’d be honored to have your participation and encouragement. Atherton is requesting that you sign up ASAP so they can plan for your attendance. The cost is $40.

RHEMA MENS MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP
Brothers, the Men’s Fellowship resumes on Monday, October 13th, at 7:00 PM. We are back from Sabbath Rest and ready to dive into a new series: “God’s Uncommon Man.” Join the RHEMA Men’s Ministry as we close out the third quarter and leap into the fourth quarter with purpose. This powerful video series features James Brown and Tony Dungy, who will be helping us unpack what it means to be a man who follows God faithfully. Come grow with the Men of Friendship!

Kingdom Women, join us as we celebrate 33 Years of the W.O.R.D (Women of Radiant Design) Conference!
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Cost: $100.00 (conference materials and lunch included)
Location: Friendship Baptist Church

The theme for this year is EVERYTHING: What You Give And What You Gain To Become Like Jesus. We are excited and waiting with tip-toe anticipation as our special guests, and beloved sisters in the ministry, join us at the W.O.R.D. Conference.

Ladies, you don’t want to miss out on this Wonderful Women’s Weekend! More information and updates can be found

And That's Not All! Be sure to join us on Sunday, October 19th as we celebrate Women’s Day-Praise In Pink at Friendship. Our guest speaker, Dr. Karen E. Stewart, will preach at our 8:00 and 11:30 a.m. services. We invite FBC members and our guests to wear something pink to honor all breast cancer survivors and also to honor the memory of those we have lost to the disease.

COLLEGE & CAREER PREP - OCTOBER 26
Hey FBC students and families! Stop by the 4th Sunday College and Career Resource Hub in the quad between first and second services!

* Get FBC Scholarship Ministry Information
* Gather College Prep and Admissions Information and Resources
*Connect with FBC College Students and Graduates
* Meet FBC Members in STEM Careers including Engineers, Health Care , Technology and other Professions (Different Career Focus Each Month)

FINANCIAL BETTERMENT WORKSHOPS
Wholehearted: A Journey in Stewardship and Trust
Try God. Trust God. Track God.

Friendship Family, we invite you to attend our Estate Planning & Advanced Health Care Directives Seminar on Sunday, October 26th, shortly after the 11:30 AM Service ends, at 1:30 PM. Refreshments will be provided. . This seminar is designed to help you prepare wisely for the future, for your family, and for the Kingdom. Register today, HERE!

GOSPEL THROUGH POETRY
Please mark your calendars for Friday, October 24th, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM for our inaugural Gospel in Poetry Event! Come witness a multi-generational lineup of Friendship’s spoken word artists as they creatively proclaim the Gospel through poetry. This is an evangelistic event, so please bring your unsaved and unchurched family and friends.

HARVEST FESTIVAL
As we conclude October, we invite you to join us for a fun-filled family event at our Annual Harvest Festival, taking place on Friday, October 31st, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. We will have games in the quad, a cake walk, cotton candy, and more. Don’t forget to decorate your trunk for Trunk-or-Treat! Prizes will be awarded for the most creative and best decorated trunks! Also, bring your best pot for the Chili Cook-Off, and don’t miss the new Sweet Potato Pie Contest! Sign up for the Chili and Pie Cookoffs, HERE.

ANGEL TREE - SIGN UP NOW
We are excited to announce that sign-ups begin today for our Angel Tree Ministry, where we get the opportunity to serve families impacted by incarceration. Children are already being assigned, and we want to help as many as possible. If you’re interested in participating this year, please register through Planning Center. Please refer to the written update for additional registration information. Let’s share the love of Christ with these children and families.

BIBLE READING GROUPS
Bible Reading groups began on October 1st! Is it your goal to complete a Bible reading plan by the end of 2025? Or maybe you’ve already completed a reading plan and want to join in reading with others. In either case, we invite you to join a Bible Reading Small Group! Starting in this week, we will once again offer several Bible Reading Groups. The.e groups are designed to encourage reading a Bible plan in community with others and to promote accountability. You may choose to read the Old Testament, the New Testament, the Pentateuch, the Gospels, or Psalms & Proverbs 3x.
For information on group meeting times and to sign up, click HERE.

2025 CHRISTMAS GALA
Greetings, Friendship, family, and friends—Have you purchased your 2025 Christmas Gala
tickets yet? Tickets can be purchased online on our church website, in the quad after each
service, or at the church office. Tickets are only $75. As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets
purchased in October will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing.

Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club, 6501 E. Nohl Ranch Rd in Anaheim Hills, at 7:00 PM.
Join us for an evening full of joy, celebration, delicious food, and entertainment. Don't miss what promises to be an enjoyable night of fellowship, dancing, and fun! You can purchase your tickets right HERE.

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.
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

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

OCTOBER PRAYER FOCUS:

Walking in the Peace of God’s Glory
2 Corinthians 13:11; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Colossians 3:15

BIBLE READING

We invite everyone to consider reading God’s Word this year! As of today, you have 89 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, as we move through October and look ahead, let’s remain faithful in prayer, service, giving, and worship.

We are STILL in our 90-Day Stewardship Challenge, and I encourage you to continue to: Try God. Trust God. Track God.

Let’s steward the life we’ve been given well. Remember, we have one life to live and one life to give, and it must ALL be done for His glory.

Remember, God loves you and so do I! Be encouraged!

Rev. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Your Pastor

*limit 300, first come, first served.

GIRL SCOUTS

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/10/03/pastor-s-update-october-3-2025#comments 0 Salvation Army https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/30/salvation-army Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:07:47 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/30/salvation-army

Salvation Army - Church Partnership

Friendship, as part of our 90-Day Stewardship Challenge, let's give of what God has blessed us with to be a blessing to others!
The Salvation Army donation trucks will be here on Saturday from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM and on Sunday from 7:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
You may donate clothes, shoes, small appliances, furniture and more!
Gifts are tax-deductible and you will receive a receipt for your donation. Also, with your donation, you will receive a coupon for a free Breakfast burrito which will be given on Sunday after the first service.

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/30/salvation-army#comments 0 VIRTUAL ANNIVERSARY BULLETIN September 28, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/26/virtual-anniversary-bulletin-september-28-2025 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:54:04 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/26/virtual-anniversary-bulletin-september-28-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

September 28, 2025
Pastoral Anniversary

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Introduction of Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr. and First Lady Karima A. Curry, PhD.

Theme Speakers 8:00 a.m.-- Dr. Katrina Greene
11:30 a.m. -- Bro. Curtis Williams
Anniversary Video

Theme Speakers 8:00 a.m. -- Dr. Dwight Radcliff
Senior Pastor, The Message Center, Inglewood, CA

11:30 a.m.--Jonathan Whitmore
Community Member and Friend of Pastor Curry

Reading of the Word and Prayer

Hymn -
Farther Along

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Speaker Introduction

Choir Selections Mass Choir

The Word of God Rev. Roland Pierce
Senior Pastor, Broadway Missionary Baptist Church,
Phoenix, AZ

Invitation to Accept Christ

Remarks from Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr. and First Lady Karima A. Curry, PhD.

Benediction

Join Us for the Anniversary reception 10:00 a.m. -- 11:15 a.m.

PASTOR APPRECIATION

SUNDAY HYMN

Farther Along

1. Tempted and tried we’re oft made to wonder,
Why it should be thus all the day long;
While there are others living about us,
Never molested though in the wrong.

Refrain:
Farther along we’ll know all about it,
Farther along we’ll understand why;
Cheer up, don't worry, live in the sunshine,
We’ll understand it all by and by.

2 . When death has come and taken our loved ones,
It leaves our home so lonely and drear;
Then do we wonder why others prosper,
Living so wicked year after year. [Refrain]

3. Faithful till death said our loving Master,
A few more days to labor and wait;
Toils of the road will then seem as nothing,
As we sweep through the beautiful gate. [Refrain]

4. When we see Jesus coming in glory,
When He comes from His home in the sky;
Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion,
We'll understand it all by and by. [Refrain]

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

THE W.O.R.D CONFERENCE

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULTS

ABUNDANCE

ASL Ministry

Scholarship Ministry

COLLEGE / CAREER PREP

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

GOSPEL IN POETRY

In preparation for this special event, we are holding auditions for all those who wish to participate. Whether you have crafted your own original script or selected an existing piece that aligns with the vision of our Poetry Night, we invite you to share your work with us.
Presentation Content
· The birth of Christ
· Jesus Earthly Ministry
· Jesus’ death,
· Jesus’ resurrection.

Event Date: October 24, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m.

Audition Date: Call for audition
Audition Piece Length: Under 3 minutes
Contact: Rev. F. Patrick Christian at Friendship Baptist Church Yorba Linda CA
Phone: (714) 579-7066
Email pchristian@wearefriendship.church

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in September will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

SEPTEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Building Unity in the Body of Christ
  Psalm 133:1; 1 Corinthians 12:12; Ephesians 4:13; 1 Peter 3:8; Colossians 3:14

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/26/virtual-anniversary-bulletin-september-28-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN September 21, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/19/virtual-bulletin-september-21-2025 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:25:06 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/19/virtual-bulletin-september-21-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

September 21, 2025

Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading

Hymn -
No, Not One
Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Inspirational Voices Choir

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

No, Not One

1. There's not a friend like the lowly Jesus.
No, not one! No, not one!
None else could heal all our soul's diseases.
No, not one! No, not one!

Refrain:
Jesus knows all about our struggles;
He will guide till the day is done.
There's not a friend like the lowly Jesus.
No, not one! No, not one!

2. No friend like Him is so high and holy.
No, not one! No, not one!
And yet no friend is so meek and lowly.
No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain]

3. There's not an hour that He is not near us.
No, not one! No, not one!
No night so dark but His love can cheer us.
No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain]

4. Did ever saint find this Friend forsake him?
No, not one! No, not one!
Or sinner find that He would not take him?
No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain]

5. Was e'er a gift like the Savior given?
No, not one! No, not one!
Will He refuse us a home in heaven?
No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain]

GIVING

Budget Prep
Ministry Leaders, It’s budget season. Please submit your 2026 Ministry Budget Submission form by Friday, September 19, 2025 to your direct staff supervisor. If have not received your form, please contact your ministry director, finance office or the business manager. Forms will be available in the Carrington Building receptionist desk.

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

STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOP

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

PASTOR APPRECIATION

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

THE W.O.R.D CONFERENCE

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULTS

ABUNDANCE

ASL Ministry

Scholarship Ministry

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

GOSPEL IN POETRY

In preparation for this special event, we are holding auditions for all those who wish to participate. Whether you have crafted your own original script or selected an existing piece that aligns with the vision of our Poetry Night, we invite you to share your work with us.
Presentation Content
· The birth of Christ
· Jesus Earthly Ministry
· Jesus’ death,
· Jesus’ resurrection.

Event Date: October 24, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m.

Audition Date: September 15 thru 18, 2025
Audition Times: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Audition Piece Length: Under 3 minutes
Contact: Rev. F. Patrick Christian at Friendship Baptist Church Yorba Linda CA
Phone: (714) 579-7066
Email pchristian@wearefriendship.church

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in September will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

WALKING MINISTRY

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

SEPTEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Building Unity in the Body of Christ
  Psalm 133:1; 1 Corinthians 12:12; Ephesians 4:13; 1 Peter 3:8; Colossians 3:14

OUTREACH

]]> https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/19/virtual-bulletin-september-21-2025#comments 0 VIRTUAL BULLETIN September 14, 2025 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/12/virtual-bulletin-september-14-2025 Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0000 https://wearefriendship.church/blog/2025/09/12/virtual-bulletin-september-14-2025

2025 Theme:
...Fortifying the Faithful— Equipping the Elect
Ephesians 4:11-13

WORSHIP SERVICE ORDER

September 14, 2025

Worship Service Order
(Subject to change by the Holy Spirit)

Call To Worship Associate Minister

Praise & Worship Praise Team

Scripture Reading

Hymn -
Just a Little Talk With Jesus

Prayer

Worship Through Giving of Tithes/Offerings
"I will not offer to God that which costs me nothing." II Samuel 24:24a

Choir Selections Voices of Joy

Preached Word Rev. Dr. Kenneth C. Curry, Jr.
Senior Pastor

Invitation to Accept Christ

Benediction

SUNDAY HYMN

Just a Little Talk With Jesus

I once was lost in sin, but Jesus took me in
And then a little light from heaven fill my soul
He bathed my heart in love and He wrote my name above
And just a little talk with Jesus makes me whole

Have a little talk with Jesus
tell Him all about our troubles
hear our faintest cry
answer by and by
feel a little prayer wheel turnin'
know a little fire is burnin'
find a little talk with Jesus makes it right

Well, I may have doubts and fears
My eyes be filled with tears
Jesus is a friend who watches day and night
I go to Him in prayer
He knows my every care
And just a little talk with Jesus makes it right

have a little talk with Jesus
(Let us) tell Him all about our troubles
(He will) hear our faintest cry
(And He will) answer by and by
(And now when you) feel a little prayer wheel turnin'
(Lord, you know) know a little fire is burnin'
(You will) find a little talk with Jesus makes it right

GIVING

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

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

New Members

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

Kingdom Women – Join us for our Virtual Women’s Ministry Monthly Fellowship on Friday, September 19th at 7:00 p.m. Our guest, Rev. Dr. Karen E. Stewart, will teach about how you can Start Where You Are based upon the book Now and Not Yet: Pressing in When You’re Waiting, Wanting, and Restless for More by Ruth Chou Simons.

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MEN'S MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULTS

ABUNDANCE

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHURCH EVENTS

GOSPEL IN POETRY

In preparation for this special event, we are holding auditions for all those who wish to participate. Whether you have crafted your own original script or selected an existing piece that aligns with the vision of our Poetry Night, we invite you to share your work with us.
Presentation Content
· The birth of Christ
· Jesus Earthly Ministry
· Jesus’ death,
· Jesus’ resurrection.

Event Date: October 24, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m.

Audition Date: September 15 thru 18, 2025
Audition Times: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Audition Piece Length: Under 3 minutes
Contact: Rev. F. Patrick Christian at Friendship Baptist Church Yorba Linda CA
Phone: (714) 579-7066
Email pchristian@wearefriendship.church

THE W.O.R.D CONFERENCE

STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOP

WALKING MINISTRY

CHRISTMAS GALA 2025

Friendship, family, and friends—where did the time go!? It’s time for our 2025 Christmas Gala, and we're excited to host another one! Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Anaheim Hills Golf Club in Anaheim Hills, CA, at 7 PM.
As a special bonus, the first 50 tickets purchased in September will be entered into a $50 gift card drawing. Tickets are priced at only $75.00 each and can be purchased online at the church's website at www.wearefriendship.church/events. Stay tuned for updates on when tickets will be available for in-person purchase in the quad. Don't miss this fantastic event! Purchase your tickets today, and you could be the lucky winner! Simply scan the QR code to get started.

General Church things to remember:

2025 CHURCH THEME:

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

SEPTEMBER PRAYER FOCUS
- Building Unity in the Body of Christ
  Psalm 133:1; 1 Corinthians 12:12; Ephesians 4:13; 1 Peter 3:8; Colossians 3:14