Davis Park Church of Christ

901 W Rumble Rd / Modesto, CA 95350 / 209.522.7226
www.davisparkchurchmodesto.com / davisparkcoc@sbcglobal.net

He Has Risen

Jesus’ tomb was not empty for more than a few hours when alternate theories about where His body had gone began to spread (Matt 28.11-15). One bad idea birthed other bad ideas and for the next two millennia people would continue to try and explain away the resurrection of Jesus. In fact, one chart I found has about eleven (11) different theories put forward by people throughout history in their attempt to explain away the bodily resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. None of these theories adequately factors in the facts of the empty tomb and therefore fail. The only explanation for the empty tomb is that Jesus was raised from the dead by the power of God (Rom 1.4). The resurrection, together with the crucifixion, of Jesus is the central event in world history. N. T. Wright says it is the moment toward which everything rushes and from which everything emerges new. All four gospels end with the empty tomb
(Matthew 28.1-10; Mark 16.1-8; Luke 24.1-12; John 20.1-9), angelic proclamation that “He has risen” (Mark 16.6; cf. Matthew 28.6; Luke 24.6), and appearances of the resurrected Jesus (Matthew 28.16-20; Mark 16.9-19; Luke 24.13-51; John 20.19-29). The central theme of the first century church’s message is the resurrection of Jesus (Acts 2.22-24, 29-33; 3.15; 4.10; 5.30; 10.39-40; 13.37-38; 17.2-3, 31). The resurrection is so integral to the Christian message and mission that without it, Paul says, “your faith is futile and you are still in your sins.” (1 Corinthians 15.14, 17). “But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead” (1 Corinthians 15.20). Nick Perez

James 5:13-16, ESV

13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise.

14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.

15 And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

COVID-19 INFORMATION

We are complying with state and county guidelines
Sunday morning worship transitioning to online
Sunday Bible classes cancelled until further notice
Wednesday Bible classes cancelled until further notice
Junior Worship cancelled until further notice
Travelers Motel – food service only
Potlucks cancelled until further notice
Food Pantry closed until further notice
Shower Shuttle cancelled until further notice
Recommendations – Those who are over 60 or have underlying health conditions are encouraged to stay home.
Guidelines – If you are sick, stay home. Wash your hands. Cough and sneeze into a tissue or your elbow.
http://schsa.org/publichealth/pages/corona-virus/

Other Online Resources for Worship, Sermons, Bible Classes, etc.

COVID 1900 – daily thought and prayer – Davis Park Facebook Page at 7 PM daily.

Wednesday Night Bible Study at 7 PM – Davis Park Facebook Page

Sunday Morning Online Worship Service at YouTube Live Stream– Davis Park Church

Davis Park Church of Christ (page)
Davis Park Church of Christ (group)
Davis Park Youth Group

Instagram – Davis Park Church

Twitter – Davis Park Church of Christ

YouTube – Davis Park Church, Live Streaming Sunday Morning Worship Service. Bible Studies, Daily Prayer & Encouragement

Other Online Resources for Worship, Sermons, Bible Classes, etc.

Fairmont Park Church of Christ (Midland, TX)

Live Streaming & Recorded Sermons & Bible Classes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPCOFC/ Website: https://www.fmpchurch.com/ App: (Apple & Android)

Fairmont Park Church of Christ *Children’s resources now available

The Christian Chronicle

The Christian Chronicle is compiling a list of Churches of Christ nationwide who offer live streaming services. https://christianchronicle.org/churches-of-christ-offeringlivestream-worship/

Let the Bible Speak

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/LetTheBibleSpeak

NOTE: Those needing help with food or other supplies may call the office, a staff member, or an Elder for assistance. Office hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Does Jesus Care?

Does Jesus care when my heart is pained
Too deeply for mirth or song,
As the burdens press, and the cares distress,
And the way grows weary and long?

Oh, yes, He cares, I know He cares,
His heart is touched with my grief;
When the days are weary, the long nights dreary,
I know my Savior cares.
Does Jesus care when my way is dark
With a nameless dread and fear?
As the daylight fades into deep night shades,
Does He care enough to be near?
Does Jesus care when I’ve tried and failed
To resist some temptation strong;
When for my deep grief there is no relief,
Though my tears flow all the night long?
Does Jesus care when I’ve said “goodbye”
To the dearest on earth to me,
And my sad heart aches till it nearly breaks—
Is it aught to Him? Does He see?

Opportunity to Make a Difference

Many of our Shut-ins are not allowed visitors at this time. Please take the time to send them a card or note of encouragement if you can.

Contact Info for our Shut-Ins

Jewel Cherry, 2117 Bridgewood Way, Modesto, CA 95355
Nadine Greff, Vintage Faire, 3620 Dale Rd, Rm. 25, Modesto, CA 95356
Mary Ellen Heinrich, Casa de Modesto, 1745 Eldena Way, Room 906, Modesto, 95350
Betty McGoldrick, 13754 Jasper St., Lathrop, CA 95330
Russ Ortloff, 511 East D Street, Oakdale, CA 95361
Joyce Percival, Casa de Modesto, 1745 Eldena Way, Room 4, Modesto, 95350
Jody Thompson, Stratford Place, 3529 Forest Glen Dr., Apt. 113, Modesto, 95355
Evelyn Wood, Bethel Assisted Living, 2345 Scenic Ave., Apt. 323, Modesto 95355

***Please submit additions, corrections & updates to the office.

Prayer Requests

Prayer of Praise!

Allegria Rice – biopsy results were benign
Sheila Walls – Praise! No cancer in lungs, continued prayer for successful treatment
Bernadine Long – daughter Tammy’s heart is okay

Coronavirus

Diagnosed or Tested
Gary Laguna – mom, Sarah, is off the ventilator and recovering
Lee Walls – aunt Dorothy diagnosed with COVID-19
Wayne Vanderford – dad diagnosed with COVID-19
Sharon Corley – brother Jim McGoldrick diagnosed with COVID-19 & pneumonia, on oxygen
Yuri Gomez – Rodriguez Family lost a sister/aunt in Spain to COVID-19
Joan Ortloff – sister Jan’s congregation has a senior member diagnosed with COVID-19

Health Care Workers

Tonya Barnard, RT
Debbie Cree, RN
Krista Gray, RN
Rick Kelley, RN
Rose Kelley, RA
Ellen Tostado, Medical Lab Technician
Tamara Wallers, RN
Betty Weldon, RN
Dawn Young, RN (Shower Shuttle Volunteer)
Christie, RN (daughter of John & Patty Ford)

Cities/Countries in Crisis

USA
China
Italy
Iran
Spain
Modesto, Stanislaus County
Midland, TX (COVID-19 plus a dramatic drop in oil prices)
World Leaders

Recent Requests

Pam Vanderford – sister Edith recovering from surgery, diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Gabriel & Rashima Hall – nephew Barku is recovering from surgery & has pneumonia
Sheila Walls – radiation treatments beginning April 15
Barbara Biard – Becca struggling with depression
Helen Hinton – brother Harold waiting for test results
Paula Meler – friend Jim has suffered a stroke
Famine in India
Nashville, TN & Jonesboro, AR – tornado victims
Terry McEnery – uncle Ed diagnosed with cancer
Clementina Robles – diagnosed with cancer
Leadership – for guidance & wisdom in this time of uncertainty