AGAPE International CHURCH

 & MINISTRIES

 605 W. Madill Dr, Antioch, CA 94509  -  Tel: 925-709-4424

CHURCH ZOOM:

Anytime there is a church Zoom meeting, unless you are provided a different code, this will be the regular code to use for any zoom meeting for the church like cell group, prayer teleconference, and other church meetings where Zoom is used.  Please know that we used a restricted code for counseling and other private meetings.

Join the Meeting with ID: 240 778 4977  Passcode: 4424

By Phone call: 669-900-6833 US (San Jose) 346-248-7799 US (Houston) Meeting ID: 240 778 4977  Passcode: 4424

ANNOUNCEMENT DATELINE: DECEMBER, 2024



SEVEN DAYS OF FASTING AND PRAYER: January 1-7, 2025. See bulletin insert.


2025 THEME, THEME VERSE, HYMN:


CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S PLANS:  These are our December events (See the Flyer):

Sunday, December 29th at 10:30 AM End of Year and Christmas Thanksgiving and Potluck

Tuesday, December 31st at 8:00 PM New Year’s Eve /CROSSOVER Service and Potluck dinner


FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR BROTHER JOE BUNTON ARE AS FOLLOWS:

PUBLIC VISITATION: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29TH, FROM 4-6 PM

Higgins Chapel, 1310 A Street, Antioch, CA 94509.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE: MONDAY DECEMBER 30TH @ 10 AM

Agape International Church & Ministries, 605 West Madill Street, Antioch, CA 94509


APPRECIATION: Pastor John wants to express his appreciation to our church's Men’s and Women’s ministries for the Christmas gift they gave him during the week. He prayed for God’s blessings on everyone in Jesus’ Name.


SHARE RENTAL: One of our church members has a room for rent. If you are interested, please let Pastor John know.


CELL GROUP BIBLE STUDY: The Sunday morning Cell Group Bible Study meets in the Church's Fellowship Hall. Their time of meeting has changed to 9:45 AM every Sunday. The FRIDAY NIGHT BIBLE study will continue to meet on Zoom by 6:30 PM every Friday.


MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY: Midweek Bible study at 7:30 PM, at the AICM Worship Center. Resume January 8th.


FRIENDS & FAMILY SUNDAYS: The Last Sunday of every month. We shall wear our church T-shirts on the first Friends and Family Sunday in January, which is on January 26th. There will be a Potluck lunch. Bring enough to share.  COME AS YOU ARE. IT IS A DRESS-DOWN SUNDAY. This Sunday is the Last Day to order for your T-Shirt.


THE CHURCH T-SHIRT: The cost is $20. Order yours today through the church office. Orders must be placed by December 29 because we will use the T-shirts on January 26th during our Friends and Family Sunday. This Sunday is the Last Day to order for your T-Shirt.


COMMITMENT: As a member of this church, we want to encourage you to remain committed to the Lord, to regularly fellowship here at the sanctuary (Hebrews 10:25), to give Tithes and Offerings cheerfully, and to engage in the life and ministry of your church. If you are unwell, please let the pastor know as soon as possible so we can pray for and visit you.


SMALL GROUP BOOK: We are studying REVIVE US by Robby Galatty again

 

WhatsApp: Please protect your WhatsApp account from being compromised. Consider the following suggestions: First, never give anyone else the security code that appears on your phone. Even if they invite you to a meeting, they should not ask for the code on your phone. Second, set Two-Step Verification on your WhatsApp account. Third, add your email address to your settings. Fourth, you may set security notifications on your WhatsApp account.


MEN & WOMEN MINISTRY MEETINGS: Every 3rd Sunday after church service.


LOCAL BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION: 3 PM, after church, the second Sunday of every month.


THE BOOK OF REVELATION: Pastor John began teaching the Book of Revelation in our midweek Bible study this week. Please join us every Wednesday at 7:30 PM, for this study.


EVANGELISTIC OUTREACH COORDINATOR: Our church seeks the support of a volunteer to lead our Evangelistic outreach ministry. If you feel like leading this ministry, please prayerfully consider it and let Pastor John know.


THE REBRANDING OF THE CHURCH FOR THE FUTURE: The first Sunday of every month after service, at the Fellowship Hall.


EVANGELISTIC OUTREACH: The last Saturday of every month at 11 AM.


LIVESTREAM NEEDS: We urgently need additional Livestream team members. If interested, please let Pastor John know.   


VIDEO EDITING: We need someone to help the church with video editing. If you are skilled in this area, don't hesitate to get in touch with the church soon.


PRAYER VIGIL: The last Friday of the month is at 8 PM.


FOOD PANTRY: We need volunteers every Thursday from 8 to 10 AM and 1 to 3 PM, please contact Sister Lilian.


SUBSCRIBE TO CHURCH YOUTUBE: http://youtube.com/@agapeicm


VOLUNTEER PHOTOGRAPHER: We need someone to take church pictures during services. Anyone interested must be consistent in attendance. If interested, please let Pastor John know.


AICM Children Sunday School Zoom Meeting: Sundays at 9:30 AM. The Zoom ID and Passcode are below.

Meeting ID: 610 821 7501 Passcode: 4424


CHURCH ZOOM: Meeting ID: 240 778 4977. Passcode: 4424. Phone call: 669-900-6833 US (San Jose) 346-248-7799 US (Houston).


LIVE STREAMING: Here are the links for streaming on Sunday and Wednesday nights. We encourage everyone to share our Livestream with friends and families:

Church Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Agape-International-Church-Ministries-AICM-105334266186936 


CHURCH APP: The rebranded church app will be out soon.

  

GIVING TO GOD: Giving your Tithes/offering can be done in the following ways:

a. Online Giving: https://giving.servantkeeper.com/AICM/1227

b. Text to Give: GIVE” to 925-261-4457 or text the amount you want to give to the number and wait for the prompt.

c. Zelle. You can provide it on Zelle to agapebfm@gmail.com

d. By Mail or Drop Off: Agape International Church, 605 West Madill Street, Antioch, CA 94509

CHURCH VAN: We will soon buy our new church van by God's grace. You can donate to it by designating some money. This is in addition to your tithes and offerings. The cost of a van is about $40,000. “With God, nothing is impossible.”  


OUR CHURCH NEEDS: Recently, someone donated $2,500 to purchase our second livestream camera. That happened because the person inquired from the pastor about the church’s needs. Please know you can donate to meet church needs by asking the pastor. The following are current noticeable needs:

Professional Camera $700-$1000

Fairly Used Truck for Food Pantry Ministry $5,000-$10,000.

Church LED Video Projection Wall $35,000

Church Van about $40,000.

 


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