Order of Service

May 4, 2025

Call to Worship Scripture, Prayer Jeffrey
Worship in Song Music and Singing Jeffrey
Worship in Fellowship Welcome and Announcements Leona/Andrew
Worship in Word Following God in the Wilderness Jacky Yang
Worship in Giving and Response Tithes and Offering Jeffrey

Sermon Notes

Title: Following God in the Wilderness
Passage: Numbers 9:15–23

Announcements

  • Church Announcement: On April 27, the church Council Meeting approved Rev. Johnson Hsieh as acting senior pastor from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The pastoral transition will take place in May–June. Please pray for a smooth ministry transition and handover. 
  • Devotional Material: May 2025’s Living Life is now available for pickup at the church office.
  • Children’s Ministry: The Summer Quarter Sunday School teacher and helper training will take place on Saturday, May 18, from 12:45 to 2:30 PM. VBS (Session 3) training will be held on Saturday, May 25, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. Both events will take place in the CC Worship Room. Childcare, salad, and fruit will be provided. Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held from June 16 to 20, from 5:30 to 8:40 PM on the second floor. For registration, please contact Children’s Director Ruth at (626) 450-7676 ext. 16.
  • EFCLA/HarvestLA Retreat: The church retreat will take place from June 6 to 8 (Friday to Sunday) at Pepperdine University. The theme is “Returning to the Father’s Heart,” with Pastor Walter Chu as the speaker. The registration fee is $190 for adults aged 22 and older, $140 for students aged 12 to 22, $90 for children aged 6 to 11, and free for children aged 5 and under. Payments can be made by check (payable to EFCLA) or via Zelle at giving-zelle@efcla.org. Please include “2025 Church Retreat + Participant’s Name” in the memo.
  • Mother’s Day (5/11): Celebrate Mother’s Day with a joint worship service at 10:30 AM in the main sanctuary. The Care Department will present a gift to every mother following the service. Lunch boxes will be provided.
  • Sunday School Notice (5/11): Adult and Youth Sunday School will be paused on Mother’s Day in observance of the holiday.
  • Membership Class (5/18): A membership class will be held on Sunday, May 18, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM in the English Chapel. Those who have been baptized or confirmed but have not yet attended a membership class, as well as those interested in becoming members, are encouraged to register with Huiling Wang at the office (626-450-7676 or huiling@efcla.org).
  • Small Chapel Renovation Fund: Upgrades to the chapel include new lighting, circuit switches, AV control stations, and two 98-inch display screens to enhance gatherings. The total cost is approximately $20,000. Donations are welcome—please indicate “Small Chapel” on your contribution.
  • Upcoming Event: Holy Communion (Today)

Prayer Requests

PRAY FOR OUR CHURCH (EFCLA)

  • Pray for Mother’s Day Sunday. May 11 is our joint Mother’s Day Sunday worship. Let us pray for our mothers, remembering their dedication to their families and children, and their efforts in passing on the faith. Pray that our mothers may be honored, grow in love and faith, and leave be-hind a beautiful spiritual legacy.
  • Pray for the Children’s Summer Vacation Bible School. From June 16–20, our church will host a Vacation Bible School (VBS) for children. Not only will our church children participate, but we have also invited kids from the community. Our goal is to reach 60 children. Pray that God will use this VBS to share the gospel with the children, helping them come to know the Christian faith and the church, and that they will be willing to continue at-tending Children’s Sunday School even after VBS ends.
  • Pray for Church Leadership Transition and Unity. In July, our church will welcome a new acting senior pastor. This year also marks the 55th anniversary of EFCLA. Pray that God will grant a new vision and a spirit of unity in EFCLA, remembering that Jesus Christ is the head of the Church. May He continue to do new things in our midst, that the gospel may be widely pro-claimed and God’s name be glorified!
  • Pray for the Sick.  Pray that the Lord would heal those who are sick and restore their health and strength.

PRAY FOR THE WORLD

  • Pray for Spain. Spain was once under the rule of the Roman Empire and has traditionally been considered a Catholic country. However, today, 20% of the population is considered non-religious, with the majority being young people. Many young people, influenced by materialism and hedonism, have fallen into issues such as drug and gambling addiction. Let us pray for Spain, that through the gospel of the cross, healing and revival may come.

Faithful Servants

This Week’s Service Mother’s Day Joint Service
Speaker Jacky Yang Rae Weng
Presider Leona/Andrew
Worship Andrew Joint Worship Team
Ushers Alan Qi
Midweek Prayer Meeting Jacky Yang Jacky Yang

Your Faithful Participation

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