Good News Albany Church

09/21/2026

Let me put that together for you.Experience a message of grace and new beginnings at our special Bible seminar, "Neither Do I Condemn Thee." Join us tonight through Wednesday for an inspiring time of fellowship and reflection, presented in both English and French.

Découvrez un message de grâce et de renouveau lors de notre séminaire biblique spécial, "Neither Do I Condemn Thee". Rejoignez nous ce soir et jusqu'à mercredi pour un moment inspirant de communion et de réflexion, présenté en anglais et en français.

09/15/2026

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Korean Cooking Class: Bibimbap 🍚❤️
Come Cook, Learn, and Share a Meal Together!

There is something special about preparing food together and then sitting down to enjoy it with people you may have never met before. This September, we invite you to join us for a warm and welcoming **Korean Cooking Class featuring Bibimbap**, one of Korea’s most loved traditional dishes.

For months, our Korean cooking classes have been bringing people from the Albany area together around food, conversation, culture, and the simple joy of cooking. We have seen people come as strangers and leave with new friends, new cooking skills, and a wonderful memory to take home. This class is about more than simply learning how to make a good meal.

You will learn how to prepare Bibimbap, work with fresh ingredients, build your cooking and kitchen skills, and discover more about Korean culture and the story behind the food. Imagine sitting around the table with people you just met, sharing a bowl of traditional Korean food and enjoying good conversation. It is more than a bowl of Bibimbap; it becomes a bowl of joy, friendship, and connection.

What You Can Expect
🍚 Learn how to prepare traditional Korean Bibimbap
🥕 Work with fresh and colorful ingredients
🔪 Improve your cooking and kitchen skills
🇰🇷 Learn about Korean food and culture

Whether you already love Korean food or have never tried making it before, you are welcome! Come by yourself, bring a friend, or simply come ready to meet new people.

📍 Event Details: Korean Cooking Class Bibimbap
📅 September 19, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 760 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208
💵 $30 per person
💳 Payment must be made at the door

All are welcome!

Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to cook, laugh, learn, and share a bowl of Korean tradition—and a bowl of joy. ❤️

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/korean-cooking-class-bibimbap-tickets-2001029613440?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/14/2026

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05/29/2026

As the Bible says
2 Corinthians 9:6 KJV
But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.

As we move God is guiding us and leading us to the people that needs to hear the word. And as we listen many people can discover the true way of Salvation. God will reap the seeds of the Gospel in Albany.

04/21/2026

Many people believe that to be close to God, they must do well, pray hard, and confess every sin — yet the harder we try, the more we feel we’re drifting farther away.
Our efforts, no matter how sincere, cannot cleanse the heart of sin.

But the Bible reveals a different message — not one of condemnation, but of freedom and grace.

“It is God that justifieth.” (Romans 8:33)

Jesus did not come to tell us that we are sinners who must fix ourselves.
He came to declare that we are justified freely through His perfect sacrifice.
He fulfilled every promise, bore every sin, and completed the work of salvation so that we could rest in what He has already done.

When we hear the gospel — not of what we must do, but of what Christ has done — our hearts find peace.
We are no longer striving to be righteous; we are resting in His righteousness.

Come and hear how Jesus has already justified us, and discover the joy of living in the grace that sets us free.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bible-seminar-it-is-god-that-justifieth-tickets-1987872286521?aff=oddtdtcreator

📍 Good News Albany Church
760 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208
🗓️ April 25 – 26, 2026 | 7:00 PM
📞 Pastor Thomas Henderson (631) 487‑7306

04/07/2026

What an amazing Easter weekend we had!
This Saturday night’s Movie Night was such a blast — a beautiful time of laughter, fellowship, and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus together. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night so special!

And Sunday… wow. What a powerful and joyful Easter service. God truly poured out His grace over our church family.
Let’s carry this joy and hope of the risen Christ into the rest of the week!

04/03/2026

You Are Welcome to come and Worship and Listen together.

04/01/2026

🌟 Easter Movie Night – “Were You There?” 🌟
A powerful film by the world‑renowned Gracias Choir

This Saturday night, we want to take time to reflect deeply on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. As Easter approaches, it’s important for us to pause, rethink, and truly remember the love that Jesus showed when He died for our sins and resurrected for our justification.

The movie “Were You There” was created during the pandemic, when churches around the world could no longer perform the Easter Cantata in person. The Gracias Choir — known worldwide for their beautiful music and heartfelt performances — produced this film so the message of hope could still reach people everywhere. Even when the world was locked down, this movie entered homes across many nations, touching hearts with the power of Jesus’ sacrifice and the glory of His resurrection.

This film is more than a performance — it is a journey.
It takes you into the upper room with Jesus and His disciples…
To the quiet, trembling prayers in Gethsemane…
To the suffering of the cross…
And finally, to the joy and victory of the empty tomb.

The reason we are bringing this movie to Albany is simple:
We want our community to experience this same hope, comfort, and joy.
The Easter Cantata has brought tears, smiles, and healing to audiences around the world, and we want to share that blessing here with our friends, families, and neighbors.
🍿 Free popcorn provided!

Come out and join us as we watch this beautiful film together.
Let’s celebrate the power of our Savior, reflect on His love, and prepare our hearts for Easter.

All are welcome — let’s enjoy this meaningful evening together.

03/09/2026

Pastors Lunch – A Time of Fellowship, Unity & Encouragement
Description

Dear Pastors,

Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

In these challenging times—when the world feels heavier and the coming of Jesus seems nearer—there is a real need for pastors to stand together for the gospel here in the Capital District. I want to sincerely apologize for the late notice, but I felt an urgency in my heart to gather our local pastors for a meaningful time of fellowship, encouragement, and connection.

As we approach the busy Easter season, every church is carrying a full load. Yet even in the midst of this, I believe God is calling us to strengthen one another and build unity across our region. This lunch is a simple opportunity to reconnect, share, and be refreshed.

What to Expect:

A warm time of fellowship and connection with pastors from across the Capital District

A brief introduction to the upcoming CLF World Conference (March 23–25)—a powerful opportunity to recharge spiritually and unite with pastors globally

An overview of the Tabernacle Encounter, a meaningful resource that has blessed many congregations

A simple lunch, encouragement, and space to share what God is doing in our ministries

Your presence would be a blessing, even if you can only stop by briefly. Let’s come together, strengthen one another, and stand united for the work of the gospel.

Location:
760 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY
Doors Open: 10:30 AM
Date: Thursday, March 12

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pastors-lunch-and-fellowship-tickets-1984835083164?aff=oddtdtcreator

I truly hope you can join us.
In Christ,
Thomas Henderson

01/22/2026

Words for the spirit today ..

What people want is actually very simple.They want to live in peace, enjoy lifeand avoid hardship.But at times, suffering is necessary in our lives.When ever...