The Preparation // Guatemala, Grad Sunday, Engagement Team
Dear Easter People!
He is Risen!
In this fifth week of the Easter Season, we looked at “the Preparation of the Resurrected Savior.” There are two levels of preparation: First, the Resurrected Savior is preparing a place for us (see John 14); second, the Resurrected Savior is preparing us for a purpose. In Stephen’s martyrdom moment (Acts 7), we see a man living into that preparation, a man capable of praying a prayer of trust and a prayer of forgiveness because he had been prepared for the trial by his Triumphant Savior.
Isn’t it something to think that Jesus is preparing a place for you (read John 14)? Isn’t it incredible to know that Jesus is preparing you for a greater purpose than you would have chosen (again, read John 14 and add 1 Peter 2:1-10)?
Tune into the messages for more on this (here’s York City and here’s Stillmeadow Lane).
I’m grateful for you, praying for you and cheering for you as you allow Jesus to prepare you for what’s ahead and as you look to him through it all.
It is true! He is Risen,
Pastor Josh
PS Keep up with the Living Word Devotionals here.
The Main Announcements
Here are the main announcements for this week:
Graduation Sunday
Guatemala Mission Trip
Graduation Sunday
May 31st is Grad Sunday! All 2026 graduates are welcome to submit a picture and info for our slideshow, regardless of age or degree! We would love to celebrate your accomplishments together! Email tmartin@stillnaz.com the following no later than May 17! Feel free to include: picture of graduate, school attended, life verse, favorite youth/college memory & future plans!
Guatemala Mission Trip
We are going on a mission trip to Guatemala Oct. 17 -24. We will be serving in Panajachel, Guatemala. This is open to all ages and stages. If you can travel to Panajachel, Guatamala, you can serve. Interested? Go to stillnaz.com/serve
On Guard — Based on 1 Corinthians 16:13, “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong,” this men’s discipleship group challenges men to be “On Guard” to be the men in their homes, workplaces, and church that they are called to be. Led by Pastor Jade Frederick the third Thursday of each month from 6:30 - 8 pm at the York City Campus.
VBS — We need volunteers for our VBS 2026 “Kingdom Quest” June 15 - 18! Whether you can help one night or all four, your presence makes a difference! If interested, sign up at stillnaz.com/vbsvol26
Engagement Team — Do you have the gift of hospitality? Do you love meeting new people and making them feel welcome? Do you love caring for others in need? Want to help us serve communion? If so, Engagement Ministry is for you! We would love to have you on the team! Go to stillnaz.com/serve, if interested.
Give
Disaster Relief Fund — This is a way for us to fund quick trips to respond to areas in crisis. You can give by writing “Disaster” in the memo of your check or by selecting “Disaster Relief” online at stillnaz.com/give
Nazarene Youth Conference — We are so thankful for all who have generously given so far & helping our team get closer to our financial goal! Our final payment due date is May 10 & we need your help to reach the remaining goal. To donate, go to stillnaz.com/give
Condolences to…
Teena Horst and her family for the passing of her husband Darrel Horst.
Kyle and Sarah Lingg and family for the passing of his father.
Jill Hamrick and family for the passing of her husband Paul Hamrick.
Carl Rohrbaugh who has lost two brothers (Rudy and Denny) recently.