Progressive Community Church

Progressive Community Church We are a Bible-teaching, Spirit-led church body located in Stockton, CA. THE ESSENTIALS WE BELIEVE

1. ABOUT GOD
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe.
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He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God. (Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; I Peter 1:2; II Corinthians 13:14)

2. ABOUT JESUS CHRIST
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus Christ was miraculously conceived and born of the Virgin Mary. Jesus lived a sinless

human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose bodily from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. (Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14-15; Luke 1:42; I Corinthians 15:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; I Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13)

3. ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily. (II Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, 5:18; Galatians 5:25)

4. ABOUT THE BIBLE
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any error. (II Timothy 1:13, 3:16; II Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 12:6; 119:105, 160; Proverbs 30:5)

5. ABOUT HUMAN BEINGS
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude that separates people from God and causes many problems in life. (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a, 59:1-2; Romans 3:23)

6. ABOUT SALVATION
Salvation is God’s free gift to us but we must accept it. We can never make up for sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offering of forgiveness, can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. (Romans 5:1, 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9, John 1:12, 14:6; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26)

05/30/2026

The hardest growth to trust is the growth you can't see.
A seed grows underground before anyone sees a tree.
Muscles break down before they become stronger.
Faith is often built in hidden places long before anyone sees the results.
If you're in a season where it feels like nothing is happening, don't give up. God may be doing His deepest work beneath the surface. 🙏
"Why Growth Hurts" - Hebrews 12:5–11
👇 Have you ever looked back and realized God was growing you during a season that didn't make sense at the time?


⛪ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
🕥 Sunday Worship Experience | 10:30 AM
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
There’s a place for you here. 💛
🌐 progressivecc.org

05/27/2026

Prayer still changes things. 🙏
No matter what season you’re in, we believe in the power of prayer and the comfort of knowing others are standing with you in faith.
How can we pray for you today? ⬇️
You can also submit a prayer request anytime through our church website. We would be honored to pray with you and for you. 💛


⛪ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
🕥 Sunday Worship Experience | 10:30 AM
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
There’s a place for you here. 💛
🌐 progressivecc.org

05/27/2026

Nobody likes discomfort.
But what if the pain you’re trying to escape is actually part of how God is growing you?
Growth hurts because stretching hurts. Pruning hurts. Correction hurts. But God doesn’t discipline us to destroy us. He disciplines us because He loves us. 🙏
Don’t quit in the middle of what God is using to strengthen your faith.
"Why Growth Hurts" - Hebrews 12:5–11 ✝️
👇 Has God ever used a difficult season to grow you spiritually?


⛪ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA
🕥 Sunday Worship Experience | 10:30 AM
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
We’d love to worship with you on Sunday. 💛
🌐 progressivecc.org

05/24/2026
05/23/2026

We want quick growth… but God is building lasting faith. 🔥
Perseverance is more than just surviving hard times; it’s spiritual endurance that keeps trusting God through every challenge, delay, and difficult season.
Growth isn’t instant. It’s built through pressure, obedience, and faith that refuses to quit. 🙏✨

The Pain of Growth - James 1:2–4 ✝️

⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

05/22/2026

Everybody wants growth… but not everybody wants the process. 👀
We pray for stronger faith, deeper purpose, and spiritual maturity; but real growth takes endurance. God isn’t just trying to grow you quickly… He’s building something in you that lasts. 🙏🔥
Don’t rush what God is developing through pressure, waiting, and perseverance.


Are you asking God for quick growth… or lasting faith? ⬇️ Let us know in the comments!
The Pain of Growth - 📖 James 1:2–4

⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

05/21/2026

On this , we’re grateful for a victory we could never earn on our own. 🤍
Through Jesus Christ, we have hope, strength, and the assurance that no battle is bigger than the God who fights for us. No matter what we face, we can stand thankful knowing the victory already belongs to Him.

“But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
1 Corinthians 15:57

⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

05/20/2026

Release the worry and lean into prayer. 🤍
You don’t have to carry every burden alone. When you bring your concerns to God with faith and thanksgiving, He responds with a peace that goes beyond understanding.
This week, turn to prayer instead of panic, and trust instead of fear. 🙌✨

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God… will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6–7

⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

05/20/2026

Growth is painful, but wasted pain is even more tragic.
Every trial, setback, and difficult season carries the opportunity for transformation. The question is: Will we resist what God is trying to produce in us, or surrender to His process?
Real growth happens when we trust God enough to obey Him through the pain. 🙏
The Pain of Growth - James 1:2–4 ✝️


⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

05/19/2026

Growth rarely happens in comfort. 🙏
Sometimes God uses pressure, waiting, and difficult seasons to strengthen our faith in ways ease never could. What feels uncomfortable today may be the very thing shaping you for tomorrow.

Has God ever used discomfort to grow your faith? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️
The Pain of Growth - 📖 James 1:2–4


⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

05/18/2026

Growth doesn’t always feel good… but it produces something. 🌱🔥 This week’s Sermon Playlist is inspired by James 1:2–4 and reminds us that trials, pressure, and pain are often part of God’s process. Don’t quit in the middle of your growth season. 🎧🙌

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
James 1:2–4

Click the link for this week's playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6SeojsbotYyuMUZ5dU7kHN?si=5ea6d0cc4cfd4fb0

⛪️ Progressive Community Church
📍 2820 S B St, Stockton, CA 95206
📞 (209) 546-0399
🙌 Pastor Glenn R. Shields
🌐 https://progressivecc.org
Come worship with us! 💛

Address

2820 S B Street
Stockton, CA
95206

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12095460399

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