In Study

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“The gospel is a meta-narrative, that is, a dominant story that has the power to transform.” . . .“The story shapes our actions, and when we know it well, we can tell it well with words.” . . .“We have a real reason to cheer.  The more we know the story the more we rejoice.” -
The Good and Beautiful Community by James Bryan Smith

“Happy are those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or take the path that sinners tread, or sit in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law they meditate day and night.  They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither.  In all that they do, they prosper.” 
Psalm 1:1-3

     Where do we go to feed our soul, our spirit?  God has given us the gift of Scripture so that we are nourished for this life of faith.  As the Psalmist so beautifully wrote, when we meditate on God’s Word we become like a tree planted by a stream that bears much fruit.  At Cottonwood we encourage all people to study God’s Word so that they are nourished for the journey.  We invite you whether young or old to immerse yourself in God’s story, which is our story.  Let the Word of God nourish your Spirit.

Adult CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – 9:45 A.M. Sunday

CHILDREN’S & Youth CHRISTIAN EDUCATION –
9:30 A.M. Sunday

 

The great ends of the church are:

• The proclamation of the gospel for the salvation of humankind;
  

• The shelter, nurture, and spiritual fellowship of the children of God;
  

• The maintenance of divine worship;
  

• The preservation of the truth;
  

• The promotion of social righteousness;
  

• The exhibition of the Kingdom of Heaven to the world.

This statement is from chapter 1 (section G-1.0200) of the Form of Government in The Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A).