Avon Park Church of the Nazarene

Avon Park Church of the Nazarene Online Giving
https://apnaz.churchtrac.com/give LOVING AND LEADING GOD'S PEOPLE

It is amazing that people can be surrounded by others and still be lonely.

Are you one of them? We would lolve to introduce you to One who will become your best friend... Jesus Christ! We would also like to become friends as well. Everyone needs someone to walk life's path with them. If you would like a caring family that will love and support you and encourage you along the way, Avon Park Church of the Nazarene (AP Naz) would love to be that friend. Loving God and lovi

ng others kind of sums up why we are here. We would be honored if you would become part of our family! Curtis Napier, Lead Pastor
Patricia Bridewell, Administrative Pastor

26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness, for we do not know how we should pray, but the Spirit himself i...
06/06/2026

26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness, for we do not know how we should pray, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with inexpressible groanings. 27 And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes on behalf of the saints according to God's will. 28 And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose, 29 because those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. 30 And those he predestined, he also called; and those he called, he also justified; and those he justified, he also glorified. 31 What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32 Indeed, he who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all - how will he not also, along with him, freely give us all things?
Rom 8:26-32 (NET)

Dear AP Naz family,

Please join us Sunday morning as Pastor Curt will bring us a message from 2 Kings 4: 38-41, Psalm 34: 8 NKJV entitled "God Seasons the Pot."

If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online at APNazarene.org/arc.

Food For Thought
1 Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom he had raised from the dead. 2 So they prepared a dinner for Jesus there. Martha was serving, and Lazarus was among those present at the table with him. 3 Then Mary took three quarters of a pound of expensive aromatic oil from pure nard and anointed the feet of Jesus. She then wiped his feet dry with her hair. (Now the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfumed oil.) 4 But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (the one who was going to betray him) said, 5 "Why wasn't this oil sold for three hundred silver coins and the money given to the poor?" 6 (Now Judas said this not because he was concerned about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money box, he used to steal what was put into it.) 7 So Jesus said, "Leave her alone. She has kept it for the day of my burial. 8 For you will always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me!"
John 12:1-8 (NET)

Announcements
Today- June 7

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHY NOT MAKE OUR CHURCH YOUR CHURCH?
WE ARE A HOLINESS BASED, FAITH AND BIBLE BELIEVING, GOD FEARING CHURCH!
AND WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO COME CHECK US OUT!
Sunday School Classes at 9:30 am
Morning Worship at 10:45 am with Pastor Curt

Wednesday - June 10
Prayer, Praise and Bible Study at 6:00 pm with Pastor Curt

COMING SOON:

Arcadia COTN Children's Camp Offering: 1- 3rd grader and 2- Fifth graders. Our goal is $1,000.00 to help get them to Camp. Please mark your envelopes, Arcadia: Help support the kids of our sister church.

Argentina Work and Witness Trip---- November 23, 2026
We have pledged $2,000.00 (Write "Argentina" on your envelope)
Money given to date is $2,530.00. Congratulations Church! We Passed our target number! Don't feel left out, you can STILL give, the offering is still open!

Note: The Church Wide Corporate Prayer continues at 9:00 am Sunday thru Saturday

Giving Opportunities
Regular Giving -
Your tithes and offerings honor the Lord. Help support the ministries of the church, local and global.
Church Online Giving is Fast, Simple, Secure

You may also mail your check to:
Avon Park Church of the Nazarene
PO Box 1118
Avon Park FL 33826-1118

Hurricane Fund -
We added hurricane insurance to the budget for 2026 and have a sizable deductible if we suffer damage from a hurricane. Our goal is to raise this year. So far, this year, we have received. Please indicate on your payment or envelope "Hurricane Fund."

Thank you for your faithfulness in giving.

BIBLE STUDY-
- Reflecting God Daily Devotion (ReflectingGod.com)


36 While they were saying these things, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, "Peace be with you." 37 But they were startled and terrified, thinking they saw a ghost. 38 Then he said to them, "Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? 39 Look at my hands and my feet; it's me! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones like you see I have." 40 When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. 41 And while they still could not believe it (because of their joy) and were amazed, he said to them, "Do you have anything here to eat?" 42 So they gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43 and he took it and ate it in front of them. Luke 24: 36-43 (NET)

JUNE NMI EMPHASIS
World Mission Broadcast
Key Details and Focal Areas
Media Formats: The ministry uses a wide variety of platforms, including traditional radio and television, mobile audio, online streaming, podcasts, and social media.

CARE, CONNECTION AND PRAYER!


Please help support our missionaries by prayer for those who are serving in the US and other countries, and donations through our local church or WEF in Kansas City MO.

26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness, for we do not know how we should pray, but the Spirit himself i...
05/30/2026

26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness, for we do not know how we should pray, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with inexpressible groanings. 27 And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes on behalf of the saints according to God's will. 28 And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose, 29 because those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. 30 And those he predestined, he also called; and those he called, he also justified; and those he justified, he also glorified. 31 What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32 Indeed, he who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all - how will he not also, along with him, freely give us all things?
Rom 8:26-32 (NET)

Dear AP Naz family,

Please join us Sunday morning as Pastor Patrica Bridewell will bring us a message from Job: (various readings) NKJV entitled "God: Alpha and Omega."

If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online at APNazarene.org/arc.

Food For Thought
1 Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom he had raised from the dead. 2 So they prepared a dinner for Jesus there. Martha was serving, and Lazarus was among those present at the table with him. 3 Then Mary took three quarters of a pound of expensive aromatic oil from pure nard and anointed the feet of Jesus. She then wiped his feet dry with her hair. (Now the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfumed oil.) 4 But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (the one who was going to betray him) said, 5 "Why wasn't this oil sold for three hundred silver coins and the money given to the poor?" 6 (Now Judas said this not because he was concerned about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money box, he used to steal what was put into it.) 7 So Jesus said, "Leave her alone. She has kept it for the day of my burial. 8 For you will always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me!"
John 12:1-8 (NET)

Announcements
Today- May 31

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHY NOT MAKE OUR CHURCH YOUR CHURCH?
WE ARE A HOLINESS BASED, FAITH AND BIBLE BELIEVING, GOD FEARING CHURCH!
AND WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO COME CHECK US OUT!
Sunday School Classes at 9:30 am
Morning Worship at 10:45 am with Pastor Patricia Bridewel

Wednesday - June 3
Prayer, Praise and Bible Study at 6:00 pm

*NOTE* "Welcome Home" Pastor Curt and Wanda, hope you had a FANTASTIC vacation!

COMING SOON:

Argentina Work and Witness Trip---- November 23, 2026
We have pledged $2,000.00 (Write "Argentina" on your envelope)
Money given to date is $1,880.00

Note: The Church Wide Corporate Prayer continues at 9:00 am Sunday thru Saturday

Giving Opportunities
Regular Giving -
Your tithes and offerings honor the Lord. Help support the ministries of the church, local and global.
Church Online Giving is Fast, Simple, Secure

You may also mail your check to:
Avon Park Church of the Nazarene
PO Box 1118
Avon Park FL 33826-1118

Hurricane Fund -
We added hurricane insurance to the budget for 2026 and have a sizable deductible if we suffer damage from a hurricane. Our goal is to raise this year. So far, this year, we have received. Please indicate on your payment or envelope "Hurricane Fund."

Thank you for your faithfulness in giving.

BIBLE STUDY-
- Reflecting God Daily Devotion (ReflectingGod.com)


36 While they were saying these things, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, "Peace be with you." 37 But they were startled and terrified, thinking they saw a ghost. 38 Then he said to them, "Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? 39 Look at my hands and my feet; it's me! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones like you see I have." 40 When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. 41 And while they still could not believe it (because of their joy) and were amazed, he said to them, "Do you have anything here to eat?" 42 So they gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43 and he took it and ate it in front of them. Luke 24: 36-43 (NET)

JUNE NMI EMPHASIS
World Mission Broadcast

World Mission Broadcast (WMB) is a media ministry of the Church of the Nazarene that uses radio, television, podcasts, and digital platforms to share the gospel and disciple believers globally. Often supported through NMI offerings, it reaches areas where traditional missionaries face physical or political barriers.

CARE, CONNECTION AND PRAYER!


Please help support our missionaries by prayer for those who are serving in the US and other countries, and donations through our local church or WEF in Kansas City MO.

12 So then, brothers and sisters, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh 13 (for if y...
05/23/2026

12 So then, brothers and sisters, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh 13 (for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live. 14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God. 15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery leading again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "Abba, Father." 16 The Spirit himself bears witness to our spirit that we are God's children. 17 And if children, then heirs (namely, heirs of God and also fellow heirs with Christ) - if indeed we suffer with him so we may also be glorified with him. 18 For I consider that our present sufferings cannot even be compared to the glory that will be revealed to us. 19 For the creation eagerly waits for the revelation of the sons of God. 20 For the creation was subjected to futility - not willingly but because of God who subjected it - in hope 21 that the creation itself will also be set free from the bo***ge of decay into the glorious freedom of God's children. 22 For we know that the whole creation groans and suffers together until now. 23 Not only this, but we ourselves also, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we eagerly await our adoption, the redemption of our bodies. 24 For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope, because who hopes for what he sees? 25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with endurance.
Rom 8:12-25 (NET)

Dear AP Naz family,

Please join us Sunday morning as Pastor Patrica Bridewell will bring us a message from Job 1: 1-5; 42: 1-6 NKJV entitled "Beginning and End."

If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online at APNazarene.org/arc.

Food For Thought
45 Then many of the people, who had come with Mary and had seen the things Jesus did, believed in him. 46 But some of them went to the Pharisees and reported to them what Jesus had done. 47 So the chief priests and the Pharisees called the council together and said, "What are we doing? For this man is performing many miraculous signs. 48 If we allow him to go on in this way, everyone will believe in him, and the Romans will come and take away our sanctuary and our nation." 49 Then one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said, "You know nothing at all! 50 You do not realize that it is more to your advantage to have one man die for the people than for the whole nation to perish." 51 (Now he did not say this on his own, but because he was high priest that year, he prophesied that Jesus was going to die for the Jewish nation, 52 and not for the Jewish nation only, but to gather together into one the children of God who are scattered.) 53 So from that day they planned together to kill him.
John 11:45-53 (NET)

Announcements
Today- May 24

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHY NOT MAKE OUR CHURCH, YOUR CHURCH?
WE ARE A HOLINESS BASED, FAITH AND BIBLE BELIEVING, GOD FEARING CHURCH!
AND WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO COME CHECK US OUT!
Sunday School Classes at 9:30 am
Morning Worship at 10:45 am with Pastor Patricia Bridewell

Monday- May 25
Memorial Day- Remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom!

Wednesday - May 27
NMI Service with Reverend Marvin and Patti Thrasher at 6:00 pm

*NOTE* Pray for Pastor Curt and Wanda as they travel while on vacation. (May 22- 29)

COMING SOON:

Argentina Work and Witness Trip---- November 23, 2026
We have pledged $2,000.00 (Write "Argentina" on your envelope)
Money given to date is $1,610.00

Note: The Church Wide Corporate Prayer continues at 9:00 am Sunday thru Saturday

Giving Opportunities
Regular Giving -
Your tithes and offerings honor the Lord. Help support the ministries of the church, local and global.
Church Online Giving is Fast, Simple, Secure

You may also mail your check to:
Avon Park Church of the Nazarene
PO Box 1118
Avon Park FL 33826-1118

Hurricane Fund -
We added hurricane insurance to the budget for 2026 and have a sizable deductible if we suffer damage from a hurricane. Our goal is to raise this year. So far, this year, we have received. Please indicate on your payment or envelope "Hurricane Fund."

Thank you for your faithfulness in giving.

BIBLE STUDY-
- Reflecting God Daily Devotion (ReflectingGod.com)


30 When he had taken his place at the table with them, he took the bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to them. 31 At this point their eyes were opened and they recognized him. Then he vanished out of their sight. 32 They said to each other, "Didn't our hearts burn within us while he was speaking with us on the road, while he was explaining the scriptures to us?" 33 So they got up that very hour and returned to Jerusalem. They found the eleven and those with them gathered together 34 and saying, "The Lord has really risen, and has appeared to Simon!" 35 Then they told what had happened on the road, and how they recognized him when he broke the bread. Luke 24: 30-35 (NET)

NMI EMPHASIS
Missionary Health Care

KEY COMPONENTS of NAZARENE MISSIONARY HEALTH CARE: *Missionary Health Care Project: It is primarily funded by *Distinguished Service Awards (DSA's): A certificate honoring active church members, with a suggested contribution to the MHC fund. *Memorial Rolls: A digital registry that honors deceased loved ones through donations to missionary healthcare. *Special Offerings: Direct contributions and "Gifts from the Heart."

CARE, CONNECTION AND PRAYER!


Please help support our missionaries by prayer for those who are serving in the US and other countries, and donations through our local church or WEF in Kansas City MO.

Submit a Prayer Request
For urgent prayer requests: Pastor Patricia Bridewell 863-257-5287

12 So then, brothers and sisters, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh 13 (for if y...
05/16/2026

12 So then, brothers and sisters, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh 13 (for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live. 14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God. 15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery leading again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry, "Abba, Father." 16 The Spirit himself bears witness to our spirit that we are God's children. 17 And if children, then heirs (namely, heirs of God and also fellow heirs with Christ) - if indeed we suffer with him so we may also be glorified with him. 18 For I consider that our present sufferings cannot even be compared to the glory that will be revealed to us. 19 For the creation eagerly waits for the revelation of the sons of God. 20 For the creation was subjected to futility - not willingly but because of God who subjected it - in hope 21 that the creation itself will also be set free from the bo***ge of decay into the glorious freedom of God's children. 22 For we know that the whole creation groans and suffers together until now. 23 Not only this, but we ourselves also, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we eagerly await our adoption, the redemption of our bodies. 24 For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope, because who hopes for what he sees? 25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with endurance.
Rom 8:12-25 (NET)

Dear AP Naz family,

Please join us Sunday morning as Pastor Curt will bring us a message from Luke 17: 11-19; Psalm 136 NKJV entitled "The Leprosy of Ingratitude."

If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online at APNazarene.org/arc.

Food For Thought
45 Then many of the people, who had come with Mary and had seen the things Jesus did, believed in him. 46 But some of them went to the Pharisees and reported to them what Jesus had done. 47 So the chief priests and the Pharisees called the council together and said, "What are we doing? For this man is performing many miraculous signs. 48 If we allow him to go on in this way, everyone will believe in him, and the Romans will come and take away our sanctuary and our nation." 49 Then one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said, "You know nothing at all! 50 You do not realize that it is more to your advantage to have one man die for the people than for the whole nation to perish." 51 (Now he did not say this on his own, but because he was high priest that year, he prophesied that Jesus was going to die for the Jewish nation, 52 and not for the Jewish nation only, but to gather together into one the children of God who are scattered.) 53 So from that day they planned together to kill him.
John 11:45-53 (NET)

Announcements
Today- May 17

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHY NOT MAKE OUR CHURCH YOUR CHURCH?
WE ARE A HOLINESS BASED, FAITH AND BIBLE BELIEVING, GOD FEARING CHURCH!
AND WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO COME CHECK US OUT!
Sunday School Classes at 9:30 am
Morning Worship at 10:45 am with Pastor Curt

Wednesday - May 20
Praise, Prayer, and Bible Study at 6:00 pm

45 Then many of the people, who had come with Mary and had seen the things Jesus did, believed in him. 46 But some of them went to the Pharisees and reported to them what Jesus had done. 47 So the chief priests and the Pharisees called the council together and said, "What are we doing? For this man is performing many miraculous signs. 48 If we allow him to go on in this way, everyone will believe in him, and the Romans will come and take away our sanctuary and our nation." 49 Then one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said, "You know nothing at all! 50 You do not realize that it is more to your advantage to have one man die for the people than for the whole nation to perish." 51 (Now he did not say this on his own, but because he was high priest that year, he prophesied that Jesus was going to die for the Jewish nation, 52 and not for the Jewish nation only, but to gather together into one the children of God who are scattered.) 53 So from that day they planned together to kill him.
John 11:45-53 (NET)

COMING SOON:

Argentina Work and Witness Trip---- November 23, 2026
We have pledged $2,000.00 (Write "Argentina" on your envelope)
Money given to date is $1,345.00

Note: The Church Wide Corporate Prayer continues at 9:00 am Sunday thru Saturday

A HUGE Thank You to all the men and women who Served, help plan, and carry out the fantastic Mother's Day Luncheon. From the decorations to the food, and gifts, you all put a lot of time and effort, and the results were a time of fellowship giving glory to God. Thank You all so much! Your Church Family and Pastor Patricia Bridwell.

Giving Opportunities
Regular Giving -
Your tithes and offerings honor the Lord. Help support the ministries of the church, local and global.
Church Online Giving is Fast, Simple, Secure

You may also mail your check to:
Avon Park Church of the Nazarene
PO Box 1118
Avon Park FL 33826-1118

Hurricane Fund -
We added hurricane insurance to the budget for 2026 and have a sizable deductible if we suffer damage from a hurricane. Our goal is to raise this year. So far, this year, we have received. Please indicate on your payment or envelope "Hurricane Fund."

Thank you for your faithfulness in giving.

BIBLE STUDY-
- Reflecting God Daily Devotion (ReflectingGod.com)


30 When he had taken his place at the table with them, he took the bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to them. 31 At this point their eyes were opened and they recognized him. Then he vanished out of their sight. 32 They said to each other, "Didn't our hearts burn within us while he was speaking with us on the road, while he was explaining the scriptures to us?" 33 So they got up that very hour and returned to Jerusalem. They found the eleven and those with them gathered together 34 and saying, "The Lord has really risen, and has appeared to Simon!" 35 Then they told what had happened on the road, and how they recognized him when he broke the bread. Luke 24: 30-35 (NET)

NMI EMPHASIS
Missionary Health Care

KEY COMPONENTS of NAZARENE MISSIONARY HEALTH CARE: *Missionary Health Care Project: This initiative offsets high insurance costs and provides financial support, allowing missionaries to focus on their ministries without the burden of medical uncertainty. *Missionary Medical Plan: Provides coverage for active and retired missionaries for diagnosis, treatment, hospitalization, and prescriptions.

CARE, CONNECTION AND PRAYER!


Please help support our missionaries by prayer for those who are serving in the US and other countries, and donations through our local church or WEF in Kansas City MO.

1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the life-giving Spirit in C...
05/09/2026

1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the life-giving Spirit in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For God achieved what the law could not do because it was weakened through the flesh. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and concerning sin, he condemned sin in the flesh, 4 so that the righteous requirement of the law may be fulfilled in us, who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. 5 For those who live according to the flesh have their outlook shaped by the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit have their outlook shaped by the things of the Spirit. 6 For the outlook of the flesh is death, but the outlook of the Spirit is life and peace, 7 because the outlook of the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to the law of God, nor is it able to do so. 8 Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. 9 You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you. Now if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, this person does not belong to him. 10 But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is your life because of righteousness. 11 Moreover if the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead lives in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will also make your mortal bodies alive through his Spirit who lives in you.
Rom 8: 1-11 (NET)

Dear AP Naz family,

Please join us Sunday morning as Pastor Curt will bring us a message from Exodus 20: 12 NKJV entitled "Honor Your Father and Mother."

If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online at APNazarene.org/arc.

Food For Thought
38 Jesus, intensely moved again, came to the tomb. (Now it was a cave, and a stone was placed across it.) 39 Jesus said, "Take away the stone." Martha, the sister of the deceased, replied, "Lord, by this time the body will have a bad smell, because he has been buried four days." 40 Jesus responded, "Didn't I tell you that if you believe, you would see the glory of God?" 41 So they took away the stone. Jesus looked upward and said, "Father, I thank you that you have listened to me. 42 I knew that you always listen to me, but I said this for the sake of the crowd standing around here, that they may believe that you sent me." 43 When he had said this, he shouted in a loud voice, "Lazarus, come out!" 44 The one who had died came out, his feet and hands tied up with strips of cloth, and a cloth wrapped around his face. Jesus said to them, "Unwrap him and let him go."
John 11:38-44 (NET)

Announcements
Today- May 10

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHY NOT MAKE OUR CHURCH YOUR CHURCH?
WE ARE A HOLINESS BASED, FAITH AND BIBLE BELIEVING, GOD FEARING CHURCH!
AND WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO COME CHECK US OUT!
Sunday School Classes at 9:30 am
Morning Worship at 10:45 am with Pastor Curt

Wednesday - May 13
Praise, Prayer, and Bible Study with Pastor Patricia Bridewell at 6:00 pm

COMING SOON:

Argentina Work and Witness Trip---- November 23, 2026
We have pledged $2,000.00 (Write "Argentina" on your envelope)
Money given to date is $1,275.00

Nazarene Bible Collage (NBC)---- $802.00 given to date (Write "NBC" on your envelope)

Giving Opportunities
Regular Giving -
Your tithes and offerings honor the Lord. Help support the ministries of the church, local and global.
Church Online Giving is Fast, Simple, Secure

You may also mail your check to:
Avon Park Church of the Nazarene
PO Box 1118
Avon Park FL 33826-1118

Hurricane Fund -
We added hurricane insurance to the budge for 2026 and have a sizable deductible if we suffer damage from a hurricane. Our goal is to raise this year. So far, this year, we have received. Please indicate on your payment or envelope "Hurricane Fund."

Thank you for your faithfulness in giving.

BIBLE STUDY-
- Reflecting God Daily Devotion (ReflectingGod.com)


22 Furthermore, some women of our group amazed us. They were at the tomb early this morning, 23 and when they did not find his body, they came back and said they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. 24 Then some of those who were with us went to the tomb, and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see him." 25 So he said to them, "You foolish people - how slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Wasn't it necessary for the Christ to suffer these things and enter into his glory?" 27 Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them the things written about himself in all the scriptures. 28 So they approached the village where they were going. He acted as though he wanted to go farther, 29 but they urged him, "Stay with us, because it is getting toward evening and the day is almost done." So he went in to stay with them.
Luke 24: 22-28 (NET)

MAY NMI EMPHASIS
MISSIONARY HEALTH CARE

Nazarene missionary health care provides essential medical coverage, insurance, and care for missionaries worldwide through Nazarene Compassionate Ministries. Key initiatives include the Missionary Medical Plan for funding for medical emergencies and, in 2024, provided over $350,000.00 in assistance.

CARE, CONNECTION AND PRAYER!


Please help support our missionaries by prayer for those who are serving in the US and other countries, and donations through our local church or WEF in Kansas City MO.,. in assistance.

1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the life-giving Spirit in C...
05/02/2026

1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the life-giving Spirit in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For God achieved what the law could not do because it was weakened through the flesh. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and concerning sin, he condemned sin in the flesh, 4 so that the righteous requirement of the law may be fulfilled in us, who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. 5 For those who live according to the flesh have their outlook shaped by the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit have their outlook shaped by the things of the Spirit. 6 For the outlook of the flesh is death, but the outlook of the Spirit is life and peace, 7 because the outlook of the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to the law of God, nor is it able to do so. 8 Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. 9 You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you. Now if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, this person does not belong to him. 10 But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is your life because of righteousness. 11 Moreover if the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead lives in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will also make your mortal bodies alive through his Spirit who lives in you.
Rom 8: 1-11 (NET)

Dear AP Naz family,

Please join us Sunday morning as Pastor Curt will bring us a message from Acts 17: 22-34 NKJV entitled "A Smorgasbord of Religions."

If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online at APNazarene.org/arc.

Food For Thought
38 Jesus, intensely moved again, came to the tomb. (Now it was a cave, and a stone was placed across it.) 39 Jesus said, "Take away the stone." Martha, the sister of the deceased, replied, "Lord, by this time the body will have a bad smell, because he has been buried four days." 40 Jesus responded, "Didn't I tell you that if you believe, you would see the glory of God?" 41 So they took away the stone. Jesus looked upward and said, "Father, I thank you that you have listened to me. 42 I knew that you always listen to me, but I said this for the sake of the crowd standing around here, that they may believe that you sent me." 43 When he had said this, he shouted in a loud voice, "Lazarus, come out!" 44 The one who had died came out, his feet and hands tied up with strips of cloth, and a cloth wrapped around his face. Jesus said to them, "Unwrap him and let him go."
John 11:38-44 (NET)

Announcements
Today- May 3

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHY NOT MAKE OUR CHURCH YOUR CHURCH?
WE ARE A HOLINESS BASED, FAITH AND BIBLE BELIEVING, GOD FEARING CHURCH!
AND WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO COME CHECK US OUT!
Sunday School Classes at 9:30 am
Morning Worship at 10:45 am with Pastor Curt

Wednesday - May 6
Praise, Prayer, and Bible Study at 6:00 pm

COMING SOON:

Sunday, May 10
The men of AP Nazarene will be hosting a "Mother's Day Luncheon" in the newly remodeled Fellowship Hall after the morning worship service. ALL are invited to attend, even if you are NOT a mother! The men will be serving the Ladies. There will be a signup sheet in the back of the Sanctuary, ONLY if you are planning to attend. May 6 will be the last day for signup. We need to get a count of all those attending. EVERYTHING will be furnished! We also need men to help with serving and cleanup, so guys help is appreciated!

Giving Opportunities
Regular Giving -
Your tithes and offerings honor the Lord. Help support the ministries of the church, local and global.
Church Online Giving is Fast, Simple, Secure

You may also mail your check to:
Avon Park Church of the Nazarene
PO Box 1118
Avon Park FL 33826-1118

Hurricane Fund -
We added hurricane insurance to the budget for 2026 and have a sizable deductible if we suffer damage from a hurricane. Our goal is to raise this year. So far, this year, we have received. Please indicate on your payment or envelope "Hurricane Fund."

Thank you for your faithfulness in giving.

BIBLE STUDY-
- Reflecting God Daily Devotion (ReflectingGod.com)


22 Furthermore, some women of our group amazed us. They were at the tomb early this morning, 23 and when they did not find his body, they came back and said they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. 24 Then some of those who were with us went to the tomb, and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see him." 25 So he said to them, "You foolish people - how slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Wasn't it necessary for the Christ to suffer these things and enter into his glory?" 27 Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them the things written about himself in all the scriptures. 28 So they approached the village where they were going. He acted as though he wanted to go farther, 29 but they urged him, "Stay with us, because it is getting toward evening and the day is almost done." So he went in to stay with them.
Luke 24: 22-28 (NET)

NMI EMPHASIS
As followers of Christ, we are called to be ambassadors of the Kingdom throughout the world. And through the global Church of the Nazarene, you are doing exactly that. Not only are you showing Christs' love to your neighbors locally, but you are also showing it to those thousands of miles away. When your church supports this fund, they are supporting the actions of Nazarenes loving others in Christ's name, truly making Christlike disciples in all nations.

CARE, CONNECTION AND PRAYER!


Please help support our missionaries by prayer for those who are serving in the US and other countries, and donations through our local church or WEF in Kansas City MO.

Address

707 W Main Street/PO Box 1118
Avon Park, FL
33826

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
5:45pm - 7:15pm
Thursday 1pm - 4pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 9:15am - 12:15pm
5:45pm - 7:15pm

Telephone

(863) 453-4851

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