May 4 • 2025
Third Sunday of Easter

■ Intercessory prayer group meets each Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the chapel.

“God looks for those whose hearts are prepared to be intercessors before him. Intercessors have hearts in tune with God’s heart. They are so acutely aware of what is at stake that they will stay before God as long as necessary in order to obtain God’s answer. That is why you do not volunteer to be an intercessor; God enlists you.”

— From Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby

■ Our food pantry is open to serve the community on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

■ Deacons meeting — Thursday, May 8, at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall

■ Women’s Bible study — Thursday, May 8, at 5 p.m. in the fellowship hall

■ Preschool board — Tuesday, May 13, at 10 a.m. in annex room 2

■ Finance committee — Tuesday, May 13, at 2 p.m. in annex room 2

■ Worship committee — Tuesday, May 13, at 4 p.m. in annex room 2

■ Christmas market meeting — Thursday, May 15, at 10 a.m. in the fellowship hall. Craft class will immediately follow the meeting. This month’s class will be pinecone Christmas trees, taught by Barb Kelleher. Everyone is  invited to attend and join the fun.

■ Session meeting — Monday, May 19, at 4:30 p.m. in annex room 2

■ Preschool graduation — Thursday, May 22, at 5:30 p.m. in the sanctuary

Open Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

This week, the food pantry served 82 families, including 322 people.

If you are interested in helping or know of someone who might be interested, please consider getting involved or at least share the opportunity to volunteer with others.

If you have questions or want to volunteer, please contact Jan Taylor (251‑978‑6418).

Sundays at 9 a.m. in annex room 4

Sundays at 9 a.m. in annex room 2

Join us as we continue studying the book of Hebrews.

This masterful document was written to the Jews who were struggling with accepting Jesus as the Messiah. The message of Hebrews is that Christianity surpasses Judaism because it has a better covenant and a more sufficient sacrifice for sins. We are taking the book verse by verse, discovering how the Old Testament writings pointed toward the New Covenant.

If you are new to the class, don’t worry about missing previous lessons. As in the rest of the Bible, each verse is almost a lesson in itself.

Visitors and new class members are always welcome! We have coffee brewed and take turns bringing pastries. We look forward to seeing you.

Thank you for your generous pledges and ongoing offerings. Your support and commitment to Swift Church is greatly appreciated.

If you would like to place flowers on the chancel to honor or celebrate a loved one or a special occasion or “just because,” please contact Susie Alexander at 217-246-4051.

Are you willing to serve as a liturgist, acolyte or greeter/usher? Contact Marvin King or Eunice Ray, worship elders.

Pastor
The Rev. Alexandra Hutson
251-250-9522
pastoralexandra@swiftchurch.org
Friday is her sabbath day of rest.

Swift Church staff
Sena Cooper, office assistant
Stephanie Craft, office assistant
251-943-8367
office@swiftchurch.org

Swift Church Preschool
Jessica Hammontree, director
251-943-8367
swiftchurchpreschool@gmail.com
Preschool website