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Foundation for the Future - Part 6: Celebrate Good Times!
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2414 Central Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA
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Sunday 12:00 PM
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Part 6
March 29, 2026
Part 6
March 29, 2026
Ezra 3:1a, New Living Translation
In early autumn, when the Israelites had settled in their towns, all the people assembled in Jerusalem…
In early autumn, when the Israelites had settled in their towns, all the people assembled in Jerusalem…
Ezra 3:1b - 2, NLT (emphasis added)
with a unified purpose. 2 Then Jeshua son of Jehozadak joined his fellow priests and Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel with his family in rebuilding the altar of the God of Israel.
with a unified purpose. 2 Then Jeshua son of Jehozadak joined his fellow priests and Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel with his family in rebuilding the altar of the God of Israel.
Steps of faith are best taken as a team, even if the team is just a team of two!
Steps of faith are best taken as a team, even if the team is just a team of two!
Steps of faith are best taken together!
Ezra 3:3, NLT
Even though the people were afraid of the local residents, they rebuilt the altar at its old site. Then they began to sacrifice burnt offerings on the altar to the Lord each morning and evening.
Even though the people were afraid of the local residents, they rebuilt the altar at its old site. Then they began to sacrifice burnt offerings on the altar to the Lord each morning and evening.
Faith is not an absence of fear.
Faith is stepping forward in spite of fear!
Faith is stepping forward in spite of fear!
Faith is stepping forward in spite of fear!
Ezra 3:4, NLT
They celebrated… as prescribed in the Law…. This was even before they had started to lay the foundation of the Lord’s Temple.
They celebrated… as prescribed in the Law…. This was even before they had started to lay the foundation of the Lord’s Temple.
Take time to celebrate even as you wait for your answer!
Take time to celebrate even as you wait for the answer!
There is power found in a church that celebrates God’s goodness!
Ezra 3:8-9, NLT
The construction of the Temple of God began in midspring, during the second year after they arrived in Jerusalem. The work force was made up of everyone who had returned from exile… The workers at the Temple of God were supervised by Jeshua with his sons and relatives, and Kadmiel and his sons, all descendants of Hodaviah. They were helped in this task by the Levites of the family of Henadad.
The construction of the Temple of God began in midspring, during the second year after they arrived in Jerusalem. The work force was made up of everyone who had returned from exile… The workers at the Temple of God were supervised by Jeshua with his sons and relatives, and Kadmiel and his sons, all descendants of Hodaviah. They were helped in this task by the Levites of the family of Henadad.
Ezra 3:10, NLT
When the builders completed the foundation of the Lord’s Temple, the priests put on their robes and took their places to blow their trumpets.
When the builders completed the foundation of the Lord’s Temple, the priests put on their robes and took their places to blow their trumpets.
Ezra 3:11, NLT
With praise and thanks, they sang this song to the Lord: “He is so good! His faithful love for Israel endures forever!” Then all the people gave a great shout, praising the Lord because the foundation of the Lord’s Temple had been laid.
With praise and thanks, they sang this song to the Lord: “He is so good! His faithful love for Israel endures forever!” Then all the people gave a great shout, praising the Lord because the foundation of the Lord’s Temple had been laid.
Ezra 3:13, NLT
The joyful shouting and weeping mingled together in a loud noise that could be heard far in the distance.
The joyful shouting and weeping mingled together in a loud noise that could be heard far in the distance.
Foundation Day on the Land Event
Join us for Foundation Day on the Land, a special evening for our church family as we celebrate what God is building for the future.
During the evening we will place a time capsule in the ground that will remain sealed for the next 30 years. It will be a meaningful moment as we mark this season in our church’s story and look forward to all God will do in the decades to come.
This will also be a fun, family-friendly gathering with activities for everyone, including an Easter egg hunt, bounce houses, pony rides, hay rides, volleyball, gaga ball, 9 square, music from a DJ, and more. We will also have hot dogs and popcorn available.
Feel free to bring picnic blankets or lawn chairs so you can relax and enjoy the evening together.
Sunday, March 29
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
On the Land
555 Dr. Hugh Emerson Road
Come celebrate, make memories, and be part of this exciting moment as we mark the foundation for the future.
During the evening we will place a time capsule in the ground that will remain sealed for the next 30 years. It will be a meaningful moment as we mark this season in our church’s story and look forward to all God will do in the decades to come.
This will also be a fun, family-friendly gathering with activities for everyone, including an Easter egg hunt, bounce houses, pony rides, hay rides, volleyball, gaga ball, 9 square, music from a DJ, and more. We will also have hot dogs and popcorn available.
Feel free to bring picnic blankets or lawn chairs so you can relax and enjoy the evening together.
Sunday, March 29
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
On the Land
555 Dr. Hugh Emerson Road
Come celebrate, make memories, and be part of this exciting moment as we mark the foundation for the future.
Night of Worship/Baptisms
We’re excited to invite you to a special Worship Night on Good Friday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM. This will be a powerful evening as we come together to reflect, worship, and remember the incredible love and sacrifice of Jesus.
During this service, we will also be celebrating baptisms—a beautiful step of faith and a public declaration of new life in Christ. If you’ve been thinking about taking this next step, we want to encourage you: this is your moment.
If you would like to be baptized, please fill out a connection card. Be sure to include your phone number and check the box that says, “Today I have decided to be baptized” on the back. One of our staff members will follow up with you soon. You can also click the link the below
Don’t miss this meaningful night—we believe God is going to move in a special way. Invite someone, come expectant, and let’s worship together.
During this service, we will also be celebrating baptisms—a beautiful step of faith and a public declaration of new life in Christ. If you’ve been thinking about taking this next step, we want to encourage you: this is your moment.
If you would like to be baptized, please fill out a connection card. Be sure to include your phone number and check the box that says, “Today I have decided to be baptized” on the back. One of our staff members will follow up with you soon. You can also click the link the below
Don’t miss this meaningful night—we believe God is going to move in a special way. Invite someone, come expectant, and let’s worship together.
Easter Sunday
We would love for you and your family to join us as we celebrate Easter together! We’ll be gathering for special Easter Services at 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 12:00 PM—and there’s a place just for you.
This is a perfect opportunity to invite friends, family, and anyone who needs hope and encouragement. Easter is a powerful reminder of new life, and we believe it’s going to be a joyful and meaningful time for everyone who attends.
Plus, every child in attendance will receive a special Easter treat, making it a fun and memorable experience for the whole family!
This is a perfect opportunity to invite friends, family, and anyone who needs hope and encouragement. Easter is a powerful reminder of new life, and we believe it’s going to be a joyful and meaningful time for everyone who attends.
Plus, every child in attendance will receive a special Easter treat, making it a fun and memorable experience for the whole family!
Women's Prayer Walk on the Land
Join us for a special morning of prayer as we gather on the land to seek God together and look ahead with faith for all He is building.
On Saturday, April 4th from 8:00–9:30 AM, we invite you, your family, your small group, and your friends to come walk the land and pray over the future. This will be a simple, unstructured time where you can move at your own pace, reflect, and pray as you feel led.
Whether you stay for a few minutes or the full time, this is an opportunity to unite our hearts in prayer and believe together for what God has ahead.
The Prayer Walk will take place at 555 Dr. Hugh Emerson Road. A map of the walking path and distance will be provided to help guide your time.
Additional information: Please bring your own water bottle, small towel (optional), hat, sunscreen, and bug spray. If you prefer not to walk, a small group will remain on the patio to pray throughout the morning.
We hope you’ll come be a part of this meaningful moment as we step forward in faith... together.
On Saturday, April 4th from 8:00–9:30 AM, we invite you, your family, your small group, and your friends to come walk the land and pray over the future. This will be a simple, unstructured time where you can move at your own pace, reflect, and pray as you feel led.
Whether you stay for a few minutes or the full time, this is an opportunity to unite our hearts in prayer and believe together for what God has ahead.
The Prayer Walk will take place at 555 Dr. Hugh Emerson Road. A map of the walking path and distance will be provided to help guide your time.
Additional information: Please bring your own water bottle, small towel (optional), hat, sunscreen, and bug spray. If you prefer not to walk, a small group will remain on the patio to pray throughout the morning.
We hope you’ll come be a part of this meaningful moment as we step forward in faith... together.