BULLETIN
January 18, 2026
I am excited to announce our theme for 2026 is Real Faith Works. I will be preaching through the book of James in our morning worship services. After our February 1 worship service, our pastoral team and I will celebrate the highlights of 2025–and present some of the exciting plans for 2026. Learn more about Vision Sunday and our theme for the year at morningside.org/news.
This spring, we’re kicking off a new Wednesday evening mini-series! For the next three weeks, Ben Plumb will lead us through an overview of Biblical Counseling. After our missions conference, Pastor Stuhl will provide a series in March and Pastor Jones will provide a series in April. Learn more at morningside.org/news.
Announcements & Call to Worship
Congregation: “Ancient of Days”*
Congregation: “Like a River Glorious” (483)
Giving of Thanks/Offerings
Choir/Orchestra: “10,000 Reasons”
Responsive Reading: Romans 8:18-28
Prayer of Lament: Pastor Jones
Choir/Orchestra/Congregation: “The Goodness of Jesus”*
Congregation: “It is Well” (478)
Vocal: “The Song My Soul Will Sing”
Sermon: “The Value of Trials” (James 1:1-4)
Call to Action
Song of Response: “Rejoice in the Lord” (475)
*See projection screens
TODAY'S WORSHIP SERVICE
Student Pastor Candidate
Matt Sands has served in pastoral roles for 12 years, with ministry including internships, work with teenagers, and Christian school teaching. Ordained to Gospel ministry in 2019, Matt also volunteers in local public schools, where many students he’s connected with have come to faith in Christ.
There will be a Q&A time for youth group parents with Matt and Krisa at 11:15 AM in room 107.
January 18, 2026
9:00 AM: Sunday School; Children’s Choir (KW); Choir/Orch. (CH/AUD)
10:00 AM: Worship Service (Pastor Crockett, AUD); Spanish Service (Chapel); Chinese Service (Carrier Hall)
11:15 AM: Sunday School
3:00 PM: Deacons Meeting (CH)
5:00 PM: PM Gathering (Pastor Crockett, Deacon Ordination)
This Week
Offices Open Mon-Fri 9-3
Tuesday, January 20
7:00 AM & 12:00 PM: Men’s Bible Studies (Panera Bread on Haywood)
Wednesday, January 21
6:45 PM: Awana (Cubbies 101, Sparks KW, T&T Gym); Middle & High School (218)
7:00 PM: Nursery (102); Prayer Meeting: (Ben Plumb); Spanish Prayer Mtg. (FH); Chinese Prayer Mtg. (A3)
Next Sunday, Jan. 25
9:00 AM: Sunday School; Children’s Choir (KW); Choir/Orch. (CH/AUD)
10:00 AM: Sanctity of Life Sunday (Pastor Crockett, AUD)
11:15 AM: Sunday School
5:00 PM: PM Gathering (Farewell Service & Reception for Pastor Webb)
What’s Happening
Our children’s ministry volunteers help care for our kids. See morningside.org/kids to get involved in serving our children.
Our Connect Team is an important part of our love for each other. Go to morningside.org/connect-team to learn more and join.
Early bird discount for JBC/Teen Camp (July 6-12, grades 4 and up, The Wilds of NC) ends Feb 4, and space is limited. Get registration links at morningside.org/teens.
Missions Conference
Each year, we set aside a few of our gatherings to focus on what God’s doing around the world. This year’s missions conference is February 11-22. Our theme is Missions Begins at Home. Learn more at morningside.org/missions.
Bridal Shower
Our bridal shower for Kayleigh Payne is February 7 (10 AM-12 PM, Kennedy House). Kayleigh and Alex Darst are registered at The Knot.
Upcoming Weeks
Jan 27: Women’s Bible Study
(9:00 AM, 107)
Jan 29: Senior Adult Lunch
(12 -2PM, 107)
Feb 1: Vision Sunday
Feb 22: VBS Coordinators Meeting (4:00 PM, A2)
FAMILIES WITH KIDS
MORNINGSIDE KIDS 10 AM-12 PM
Nursery (0-2) & Bible Time (K3-Gr. 5)
Check-in (all ages): Kids Wing
Drop-off & pickup locations:
O mos.-K4 Nursery Wing (101-104)
K5-Grade 5 Kids Wing (Primary & Elementary Rooms)
MORNINGSIDE KIDS WED.
Nursery (102) & Awana
Print bulletins are available at our Welcome Center with more information:
guest wifi | maps | mission info | our members’ reports on giving/attendance | a list of our pastors and leaders
