Connect Communiqué
A Digital Community of Faith
Connect Community Imagine a place where you can connect with other Christians, share your faith, and encourage one another. A faith-based social networking space can be that place! It’s like a virtual church community, right in your pocket. Introducing “Connect Community” (or as we like to call it, “Connect.”) Our hope is that this space will become your go to space for Christian Community Connections. Why a Faith-Based Space? By using a faith-based social networking app, you can experience the…
August Sabbatical
A Time to Rest and Renew Each August, Connect Virtual Church takes a month-long mini sabbatical. This intentional time away gives us an opportunity to rest, renew, pray, and prepare for the season ahead. Our Sunday livestream normally brings worship, encouragement, and a biblically based message to people wherever they are. During August, we will pause our regular live services as we take this time for spiritual renewal and restoration. Connect Virtual Church exists as a church without walls, and…
Building a Shoebox
Making a difference Together we can make a difference in a child’s life with a simple shoebox filled with love, joy, kindness, and Jesus. We partner with Samaritan’s Purse’ ‘s “Operation Christmas Child” shoebox outreach. With just a few clicks, and a small donation, you can send a shoebox gift to a child somewhere in the world. This year the cost of a shoebox is $30. The $10 donation per shoebox gift for shipping is already included in the price…
A SUMMARY OF 1 SAMUEL BY CHAPTER
Online Bible Reading Group Over the past few weeks my online reading group has been exploring 1st Samuel together. We’ve had a wonderful time learning, sharing, and encouraging each other with our thoughts and comments for each chapter. Knowing that today was our last chapter (1 Samuel 31), I had an idea to see what AI could do with writing chapter summaries. The following is what Google Gemini came up with. Here’s how you can get the file: Pastor Bill’s…
Living With Trust And Contentment
The Blessing Of Provision In a world full of worries, the simple prayer “Give us this day our daily bread” serves as a beautiful reminder that God is our provider. From our physical needs to our spiritual ones, God is always at work, providing exactly what we need—even when we don’t realize it. In today’s reflection, we focus on the blessing of provision and how we can live in trust and contentment, knowing that God sees our needs and is…
The Power of Community
Why Christian Social MediaGroups Matter In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives. While public platforms can be a great way to connect with people, there’s something truly special about being part of a private Christian social media group. These communities offer a safe and supportive space for believers to connect, grow, and encourage one another. “Let us not neglect meeting together, as some people do, but let us encourage one another, especially now…
Truly Good News
The Bible, especially the New Testament, is filled with powerful truths about God’s love and the salvation He offers through His Son, Jesus Christ. Three verses in particular stand out, each painting a vivid picture of God’s grace and the power of the gospel. Authentic Love “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16) John 3:16 is a cornerstone of Christianity.…
Pursuing True Wisdom
Introduction I wan to take you on a journey to discover the true nature of wisdom. Wisdom isn’t just about knowledge or intelligence; it’s about understanding life’s deeper meaning and applying that understanding in a way that honors God. Scriptures What is True Wisdom? True wisdom isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about understanding the big picture and living a life that reflects God’s love and truth. It involves recognizing our limitations and turning to God for guidance. Why is True…
Handling Conflict God’s Way: Practical Tips
dealing with gossip and conflict In dealing with gossip and conflict among friends, we can turn to various passages for guidance. Proverbs 16:28 warns us that “A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.” This reminds us of the destructive nature of gossip and how it can damage relationships. Proverbs 17:9 encourages forgiveness: “Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.” Matthew 18:15-17 provides a practical approach to…
Interview With Sara Eads
Associate Pastor We are excited to have Sara Eads join our staff at Connect Virtual Church. Please enjoy this video interview which aired on Sunday, November 6, 2022.
Christmas Eve Broadcast
Merry Christmas everyone! Join us online tonight at 5:30 PM for our Christmas Eve broadcast. We’ll be live on Facebook and YouTube. Have a great Christmas folks. SPECIAL NOTE: Facebook has muted some songs claiming copyright infringement, but we do have licenses to stream the videos used in our services. Here’s the full (unmuted) version that is on our website. Christmas Eve Connection
The Basics Of Christian Living
Help! Have you ever felt guilty for not reading your Bible? Do you ever pray for something other than your meals? What’s the purpose of going to church and having fellowship? I can help you sort through these question In this course. In this course, you will learn the basics of everyday Christian living. These are things that every Christ-follower should do to live the “rich and satisfying” life Jesus spoke of in John’s gospel. I believe these three things are the staples of…
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