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This Sunday's Text and Title

"You Have Brought on Me a Great Sin"

Taught by: Pastor Tim Boger

Genesis 20

April's Book of the Month

Before You Open Your Bible by Matt Smethurst

Our April Book of the Month is Before You Open Your Bible by Matt Smethurst. We know the Bible is important, but many of us struggle with it. We're not biblical experts—though we may have started enough reading plans to be really familiar with Genesis. If we're honest, the Bible often intimidates us, confuses us, and reading it doesn't always thrill us. And yet, the Bible is where God reveals his loving character and incredible plan of redemption. In a practical and engaging manner, Matt Smethurst—managing editor of The Gospel Coalition—presents nine heart postures that will prepare you to unpack all that's awaiting you in God's Word. Although there are many great resources on how to read and study Scripture, hardly any focus exclusively on how to approach it in the first place. That's what Smethurst provides in this unique "prelude" to opening your Bible. For without the right heart postures, we're not yet ready to start reading.

This Week's Sunday School Classes

Bible From the Ground Up: This class will enhance our reading and comprehension of God's Word. This week’s topic is “Studying the Bible” (Classroom 3)
Surviving Religion 101: Pastor Robbie and Pastor Stuart are leading high school and college students through a study of scripture and the book titled, “Surviving Religion 101” by Michael Kruger. This class will meet in the Youth Room.
Genesis Q&A: In this class, the questions that arise during the Sunday morning service will be talked through. If you have a question that you would like to submit, please scan the QR code on the back side of the bulletin (MPR).

Events at Big Woods

Multiple Dates
Wed, May 20
Wednesday Evening Service
Lock Haven
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May 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
We look forward to this time as we get to sing, study, encourage and pray with one another.
Multiple Dates
Thu, May 21
Grief Share
241 S Hanna St
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May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
A NEW ROUND of Grief Share will be starting on April 2. Grief Share is a 13-week group that runs every Thursday evening from 6:45 pm - 8:15 pm. The group aims to help you face the challenges of grief after losing a loved one.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Jun 04
Garage Guys
Lock Haven
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Jun 04, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Our Garage Guys meeting on the first Thursday, of the month hat 6:00 p.m. All men are invited to meet at the garage of Dave Frankenberger for a time of fellowship and learning with your fellow brothers (1930 Long Run Road, Mill Hall).
Multiple Dates
Sat, Jun 13
Women's Prayer Gathering
Lock Haven
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Jun 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Join us for Ladies’ Prayer Gathering the second Saturday of the month from 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Come and be blessed by yet another personal story of a life saved by faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Saturday prayer is an intimate time of blessing and joy…and even includes coffee and sweets!
Sun, Jun 21
Outdoor Baptism
Lock Haven
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Jun 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sun, Jun 21
Third Sunday Summer Gathering
Lock Haven
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Jun 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Multiple Dates
Sun, Jun 28
Summer Motorcycle Rides
241 S Hanna St
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Jun 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Mark your calendars for Summer Motorcycle Rides and Ice Cream!