THIS WEEK @ ACC
6/15/25 // Ekklesia // Rescue and Ramifications
8:30 a.m. Service
Call to Worship
Songs
Communion*
Song
Message
Prayer & Confession
Closing Hymn
Isaiah 45:22-23
Songs
He Is Exalted
We Fall Down
Communion*
Steve Nelson
Song
Be Thou My Vision
Message
Zach Shackelford
Prayer & Confession
Psalm 27:1, 13, 14
Closing Hymn
His Name Is Wonderful
10:45 a.m. Service
Call to Worship
Songs
Communion*
Songs
Message
Prayer & Confession
Closing Hymn
Isaiah 45:22-23
Songs
Firm Foundation
The Lord Is My Salvation
Communion*
Marty Metschke
Songs
In the Hands of Christ My King
Good Ground
Message
Zach Shackelford
Psalm 27:1, 13, 14
Closing Hymn
His Name Is Wonderful
* Communion & Offering
We take communion weekly to remember the death of Christ for the sins of all who believe (Luke 22:19-20). Christ has commanded we remember him when we take it, and we take it as a sign of proclamation of the good news of what Christ has done, and as a sign of unity of the Church (1 Cor 11:23-33). We welcome all believers in Jesus to repent of their sin, be baptized and partake of the Lord's supper. As it is served, take both cups and reflect on what Jesus has done and examine yourself. We will take the meal together with the Elder leading communion.
Tithes & Offerings: Feel no pressure to give, but give freely to the mission of the church as God leads you to. Offerings may be placed in the Offering box. If you prefer to give online, please go to the ACC app or auburnchristian.org/give.
We take communion weekly to remember the death of Christ for the sins of all who believe (Luke 22:19-20). Christ has commanded we remember him when we take it, and we take it as a sign of proclamation of the good news of what Christ has done, and as a sign of unity of the Church (1 Cor 11:23-33). We welcome all believers in Jesus to repent of their sin, be baptized and partake of the Lord's supper. As it is served, take both cups and reflect on what Jesus has done and examine yourself. We will take the meal together with the Elder leading communion.
Tithes & Offerings: Feel no pressure to give, but give freely to the mission of the church as God leads you to. Offerings may be placed in the Offering box. If you prefer to give online, please go to the ACC app or auburnchristian.org/give.
Acts12:1-25
About that time Herod the king laid violent hands on some who belonged to the church. 2 He killed James the brother of John with the sword, 3 and when he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded to arrest Peter also. This was during the days of Unleavened Bread. 4 And when he had seized him, he put him in prison, delivering him over to four squads of soldiers to guard him, intending after the Passover to bring him out to the people. 5 So Peter was kept in prison, but earnest prayer for him was made to God by the church.
6 Now when Herod was about to bring him out, on that very night, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries before the door were guarding the prison. 7 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood next to him, and a light shone in the cell. He struck Peter on the side and woke him, saying, “Get up quickly.” And the chains fell off his hands. 8 And the angel said to him, “Dress yourself and put on your sandals.” And he did so. And he said to him, “Wrap your cloak around you and follow me.” 9 And he went out and followed him. He did not know that what was being done by the angel was real, but thought he was seeing a vision. 10 When they had passed the first and the second guard, they came to the iron gate leading into the city. It opened for them of its own accord, and they went out and went along one street, and immediately the angel left him. 11 When Peter came to himself, he said, “Now I am sure that the Lord has sent his angel and rescued me from the hand of Herod and from all that the Jewish people were expecting.”
12 When he realized this, he went to the house of Mary, the mother of John whose other name was Mark, where many were gathered together and were praying. 13 And when he knocked at the door of the gateway, a servant girl named Rhoda came to answer. 14 Recognizing Peter's voice, in her joy she did not open the gate but ran in and reported that Peter was standing at the gate. 15 They said to her, “You are out of your mind.” But she kept insisting that it was so, and they kept saying, “It is his angel!” 16 But Peter continued knocking, and when they opened, they saw him and were amazed. 17 But motioning to them with his hand to be silent, he described to them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. And he said, “Tell these things to James and to the brothers.” Then he departed and went to another place.
18 Now when day came, there was no little disturbance among the soldiers over what had become of Peter. 19 And after Herod searched for him and did not find him, he examined the sentries and ordered that they should be put to death. Then he went down from Judea to Caesarea and spent time there.
20 Now Herod was angry with the people of Tyre and Sidon, and they came to him with one accord, and having persuaded Blastus, the king's chamberlain, they asked for peace, because their country depended on the king's country for food. 21 On an appointed day Herod put on his royal robes, took his seat upon the throne, and delivered an oration to them. 22 And the people were shouting, “The voice of a god, and not of a man!” 23 Immediately an angel of the Lord struck him down, because he did not give God the glory, and he was eaten by worms and breathed his last.
24 But the word of God increased and multiplied.
25 And Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem when they had completed their service, bringing with them John, whose other name was Mark.
About that time Herod the king laid violent hands on some who belonged to the church. 2 He killed James the brother of John with the sword, 3 and when he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded to arrest Peter also. This was during the days of Unleavened Bread. 4 And when he had seized him, he put him in prison, delivering him over to four squads of soldiers to guard him, intending after the Passover to bring him out to the people. 5 So Peter was kept in prison, but earnest prayer for him was made to God by the church.
6 Now when Herod was about to bring him out, on that very night, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries before the door were guarding the prison. 7 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood next to him, and a light shone in the cell. He struck Peter on the side and woke him, saying, “Get up quickly.” And the chains fell off his hands. 8 And the angel said to him, “Dress yourself and put on your sandals.” And he did so. And he said to him, “Wrap your cloak around you and follow me.” 9 And he went out and followed him. He did not know that what was being done by the angel was real, but thought he was seeing a vision. 10 When they had passed the first and the second guard, they came to the iron gate leading into the city. It opened for them of its own accord, and they went out and went along one street, and immediately the angel left him. 11 When Peter came to himself, he said, “Now I am sure that the Lord has sent his angel and rescued me from the hand of Herod and from all that the Jewish people were expecting.”
12 When he realized this, he went to the house of Mary, the mother of John whose other name was Mark, where many were gathered together and were praying. 13 And when he knocked at the door of the gateway, a servant girl named Rhoda came to answer. 14 Recognizing Peter's voice, in her joy she did not open the gate but ran in and reported that Peter was standing at the gate. 15 They said to her, “You are out of your mind.” But she kept insisting that it was so, and they kept saying, “It is his angel!” 16 But Peter continued knocking, and when they opened, they saw him and were amazed. 17 But motioning to them with his hand to be silent, he described to them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. And he said, “Tell these things to James and to the brothers.” Then he departed and went to another place.
18 Now when day came, there was no little disturbance among the soldiers over what had become of Peter. 19 And after Herod searched for him and did not find him, he examined the sentries and ordered that they should be put to death. Then he went down from Judea to Caesarea and spent time there.
20 Now Herod was angry with the people of Tyre and Sidon, and they came to him with one accord, and having persuaded Blastus, the king's chamberlain, they asked for peace, because their country depended on the king's country for food. 21 On an appointed day Herod put on his royal robes, took his seat upon the throne, and delivered an oration to them. 22 And the people were shouting, “The voice of a god, and not of a man!” 23 Immediately an angel of the Lord struck him down, because he did not give God the glory, and he was eaten by worms and breathed his last.
24 But the word of God increased and multiplied.
25 And Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem when they had completed their service, bringing with them John, whose other name was Mark.
News of Note
Worship Volunteers Needed
Pastor Nate is looking for some assistance in a couple departments with regard to our worship services.
-Do you have some singing or instrumental talents? Please reach out and let us know. We'd love to give you a spot to use your gifts for leading the church in worship!
-Can you run a computer and push a couple buttons? We use a lot of teenagers and older elementary kids to help with our slides and worship computer. We are currently in need of a few more volunteers. If you (or your teenager) would be willing to help us out with this important position, we'd love the help.
If you have a desire to help on either of these or have questions, please email Pastor Nate: nate@auburnchristian.org.
Pastor Nate is looking for some assistance in a couple departments with regard to our worship services.
-Do you have some singing or instrumental talents? Please reach out and let us know. We'd love to give you a spot to use your gifts for leading the church in worship!
-Can you run a computer and push a couple buttons? We use a lot of teenagers and older elementary kids to help with our slides and worship computer. We are currently in need of a few more volunteers. If you (or your teenager) would be willing to help us out with this important position, we'd love the help.
If you have a desire to help on either of these or have questions, please email Pastor Nate: nate@auburnchristian.org.
Summer youth activities starting THIS WEEK!
Tuesdays: Hang out with Zach at The Cenacle. He'll be there from 10:45am-2pm.
Wednesdays: Middle & High School Student Bible Study at the Family Life Center from 7:30-9pm.
Thursdays: Youth Gym Night at the Family Life Center from 7:30-9:30pm.
Tuesdays: Hang out with Zach at The Cenacle. He'll be there from 10:45am-2pm.
Wednesdays: Middle & High School Student Bible Study at the Family Life Center from 7:30-9pm.
Thursdays: Youth Gym Night at the Family Life Center from 7:30-9:30pm.
Camp Nebowa
Need a ride to camp? Catch a ride with Nate & Zach on June 22. Need financial assistance? Call the church office (402) 274-3027.
Need a ride to camp? Catch a ride with Nate & Zach on June 22. Need financial assistance? Call the church office (402) 274-3027.
Wanna catch a Storm Chasers game?
The Omaha Storm Chasers play the Toledo Mud Hens at Werner Park on July 12, and ACC has dugout seats! Tickets are $17 each. Call the office to reserve your spot.
The Omaha Storm Chasers play the Toledo Mud Hens at Werner Park on July 12, and ACC has dugout seats! Tickets are $17 each. Call the office to reserve your spot.
Volunteers, sign up at the Connect Table.
Stay Connected
Preston & Kyleigh Vaughn, missionaries with New International, would love to tell you about their plans to move to Ireland in order to support and disciple young people in their faith. Sign up HERE to receive their newsletter.
Preston & Kyleigh Vaughn, missionaries with New International, would love to tell you about their plans to move to Ireland in order to support and disciple young people in their faith. Sign up HERE to receive their newsletter.
Johnson Brock FCA
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes huddle in Johnson is hosting a Chicken Run on June 14. Find more information on the bulletin board in the main entryway.
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes huddle in Johnson is hosting a Chicken Run on June 14. Find more information on the bulletin board in the main entryway.
Weekly ACC Happenings
Mondays
Mondays
- Griefshare: 6:30 PM @ LWC
- Daughters of the King HS Girls Bible Study: 7:00 PM @ Harriet Clark's home
- JAM Elementary Youth Group: 6:30 - 7:30 PM @ LWC Basement
- Ladies Bible Study: 9:30 - 11:00 AM in the Legacy Worship Center Basement
Prayer Needs - If you'd like to get prayer requests let the church office know!
Those Fighting Cancer: Cindy Rieke, Stacey Cook, Sterling Bray, Collin Argo, Judy Franke, Sophie Falk
To share an emergency prayer need text Pastor Nate at 402-618-9793. For non-emergency prayer needs please call the church at 402-274-3027 or email hello@auburnchristian.org.
Those Fighting Cancer: Cindy Rieke, Stacey Cook, Sterling Bray, Collin Argo, Judy Franke, Sophie Falk
To share an emergency prayer need text Pastor Nate at 402-618-9793. For non-emergency prayer needs please call the church at 402-274-3027 or email hello@auburnchristian.org.
New here? Welcome!
Here is some helpful information...
Here is some helpful information...
- Nursery is provided at both services for ages 4 and under, located in the church basement. Check in your kids when arriving. There is a cry room with a changing table and busy bags at the back of the sanctuary.
- We offer Kids Church for Preschool thru 4th Grade during both services. Check in your kids when arriving. Kids are dismissed after communion.
- We have Sunday School classes for all ages at 9:30 AM. Ask a Greeter or come to the Connect Center for information.
- Feel free to use the ACC Guest wifi network for your device, the password is: urwelcome
- Please fill out the Connect Card found in this app so we can keep in touch!
June Mission of the Month — One Mission Society
One Mission Society provides global missionary care and support through Dr. Troy & Roma Jean Backhuus. Troy is the director of Missionary Care, and Roma Jean is a missionary care specialist. To learn more about their ministry, click HERE. To support their mission through ACC designate your gift to Mission of the Month.
One Mission Society provides global missionary care and support through Dr. Troy & Roma Jean Backhuus. Troy is the director of Missionary Care, and Roma Jean is a missionary care specialist. To learn more about their ministry, click HERE. To support their mission through ACC designate your gift to Mission of the Month.
Serving This Sunday
Nursery
1st Service: Carol Gyhra
Sunday School: Diane Hughes
2nd Service: Esther Lesmeister
Children's Church
1st Service: Christian & Samantha Martinez
2nd Service: Sheena Davidson
Greeters
Slides
1st Service:
2nd Service: Charlotte Dickerson
Good Samaritan
Linda Nies
Nursery
1st Service: Carol Gyhra
Sunday School: Diane Hughes
2nd Service: Esther Lesmeister
Children's Church
1st Service: Christian & Samantha Martinez
2nd Service: Sheena Davidson
Greeters
1st Service: Lanny & Mary Jane Williams
2nd Service: Matt & Autumn DickersonSlides
1st Service:
2nd Service: Charlotte Dickerson
Good Samaritan
Linda Nies