Church Service Notes - Apostolic Faith Church

Introduction

• Welcome to the Apostolic Faith Church in Chicago.
• Emphasize creating an atmosphere of worship and praise at home.
• Encouragement to gather family and friends for the service.

Worship and Praise

• Worship service includes music and singing.
• God is praised as worthy and mighty.
• Call to invite others to join the service.

Message from the Pastor

Current Events and Church Response

• Acknowledgement of the global pandemic and racial tensions.
• Assurance of God’s control over all situations.
• Encourage sending prayer requests via the church website.
• Mention of families in the church affected by loss and violence.
• Emphasis on the church's duty to be powerful and vocal amidst crises.

Prayer

• Prayer for families, the sick, healthcare workers, and essential workers.
• Prayer for justice, reconciliation, and national awakening.

Announcements

• In-person services will resume safely in the future.
• Encouragement to participate in the church's community service activities.
• Next Sunday is Father’s Day; submission of photos encouraged.
• Free COVID-19 testing available at the church parking lot.
• Resources for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Sermon

Biblical References

• Reference to Acts Chapter 2: Diversity and unity in the early church.
• Reference to Micah 6: Call for justice, mercy, and humility.
• Mention of the role of the Holy Spirit in uniting people from all nations.

Social and Racial Justice

• Emphasis on the church’s role in addressing racial inequality and violence.
• Call for reconciliation and responsibility among the church community.
• Encouragement to speak against injustice and be active participants in change.

Personal Reflections

• Reflections on recent racial violence and personal experiences in activism.
• Importance of saying the names of victims to humanize and personalize the issue.

Call to Action

• Reminder that the church must not remain silent on issues of injustice.
• Urging Christians to be agents of change and reconciliation.
• The importance of community and communion in addressing social issues.

Closing Remarks

• Encouragement to reach out for prayer and support through the church.
• A reminder of the power of collective worship and action.
• Call to maintain giving and support for church's outreach programs.

Outreach and Community Support

• Food insecurity drives and donations are ongoing.
• Encouragement to be part of giving and volunteering efforts.
• Recognition of essential workers and support for their efforts.

Worship Music and Conclusion

• The service includes several music interludes for worship.
• Final encouragement to connect with the church for any needs or support.