In the Pulpit this Week
Kessia Reyne Bennett
Ins & Outs: The Child
The preaching of Jesus rebukes us. Jesus tells us that the way we have seen and evaluated things is all wrong---that what looks to us to be important, isn’t; what seems great, isn’t; what feels eternal, isn’t; that what seems inconsequential and insignificant is incredibly central, that what appears weak and useless is highly valued, that what we count as small heaven counts as cherished. And that’s why when Jesus’ students asked him about greatness in his kingdom, he set in front of them a child and said: “This.”
The preaching of Jesus rebukes us. Jesus tells us that the way we have seen and evaluated things is all wrong---that what looks to us to be important, isn’t; what seems great, isn’t; what feels eternal, isn’t; that what seems inconsequential and insignificant is incredibly central, that what appears weak and useless is highly valued, that what we count as small heaven counts as cherished. And that’s why when Jesus’ students asked him about greatness in his kingdom, he set in front of them a child and said: “This.”
Preparing Our Hearts for Worship
Hey, hey, my beautiful PVC family,
It’s time again for our Playlist of Preparation, and this week is extra special because it’s Young Leader Sabbath!
We are so excited to have our children and students leading us from the front. There is something deeply beautiful about watching young people cultivate their faith, learn how to lead, and offer their gifts back to God. Truly, there are few things more important for the life of our church.
This week, our children chose the song set, so here’s your playlist!
As always, you can click one of the buttons below to listen ahead on Spotify or YouTube, or you can create your own playlist.
We’ll be singing: Blessed Assurance, Trust in God, Graves into Gardens, Great are You, Lord, and Good Good Father.
One line from Good Good Father feels especially fitting this week: “I’m loved by You, it’s who I am.”
There’s something so childlike—and so true—about that simple declaration. Jesus tells us that the kingdom of heaven belongs to those who come to Him like little children: trusting, open-hearted, and ready to receive the love of our good Father.
Come ready to be blessed by our young leaders. It’s always a high Sabbath when our kids lead, and I know their faith and joy will minister to all of us.
With love and gratitude,
Hannah, Your Minister of Music ::
It’s time again for our Playlist of Preparation, and this week is extra special because it’s Young Leader Sabbath!
We are so excited to have our children and students leading us from the front. There is something deeply beautiful about watching young people cultivate their faith, learn how to lead, and offer their gifts back to God. Truly, there are few things more important for the life of our church.
This week, our children chose the song set, so here’s your playlist!
As always, you can click one of the buttons below to listen ahead on Spotify or YouTube, or you can create your own playlist.
We’ll be singing: Blessed Assurance, Trust in God, Graves into Gardens, Great are You, Lord, and Good Good Father.
One line from Good Good Father feels especially fitting this week: “I’m loved by You, it’s who I am.”
There’s something so childlike—and so true—about that simple declaration. Jesus tells us that the kingdom of heaven belongs to those who come to Him like little children: trusting, open-hearted, and ready to receive the love of our good Father.
Come ready to be blessed by our young leaders. It’s always a high Sabbath when our kids lead, and I know their faith and joy will minister to all of us.
With love and gratitude,
Hannah, Your Minister of Music ::
GIVING EMPHASIS: Adventist World Radio
Sabbath, March 14
This weekend's giving emphasis is Adventist World Radio—a ministry sharing the hope of Jesus through radio and digital media in places where the Gospel is hard to access. Because of your generosity, people around the world are hearing about Jesus in their own language.
That same heart for ministry shows up locally. Our Church Ministries Budget at PVC supports our multimedia ministry—livestreaming, audio, and online connection—helping people stay connected to worship and community here at Pleasant Valley Church.
Here’s a brief February year‑to‑date update:
That same heart for ministry shows up locally. Our Church Ministries Budget at PVC supports our multimedia ministry—livestreaming, audio, and online connection—helping people stay connected to worship and community here at Pleasant Valley Church.
Here’s a brief February year‑to‑date update:
- Church Ministries Giving is at about 76% of our year‑to‑date goal through the end of February—a solid start early in the year.
- And our Help Fund giving is over 600% higher than this time last year, allowing us to continue responding to ongoing needs for rent, food, and utility assistance in our community.
This Week at PVC
Sabbath, March 14 – Young Leaders Sabbath
9:15am | First Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
10:30am | Discipleship Classes
11:45am | Second Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
1:00pm | All-church Potluck @ PVC
Tuesday, March 17
6:30pm | Board Meeting via Zoom
Wednesday, March 18
6:30pm | Pathfinders
Thursday, March 19
7:00pm | Journey to Wholeness
Friday, March 20 – First Day of Spring!
7:13pm | Welcoming the Sabbath!
Sabbath, March 21
9:15am | First Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
10:30am | Discipleship Classes
11:45am | Second Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
9:15am | First Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
10:30am | Discipleship Classes
11:45am | Second Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
1:00pm | All-church Potluck @ PVC
Tuesday, March 17
6:30pm | Board Meeting via Zoom
Wednesday, March 18
6:30pm | Pathfinders
Thursday, March 19
7:00pm | Journey to Wholeness
Friday, March 20 – First Day of Spring!
7:13pm | Welcoming the Sabbath!
Sabbath, March 21
9:15am | First Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett
10:30am | Discipleship Classes
11:45am | Second Service with Kessia Reyne Bennett