Newsletter August 14, 2026
Newsletter August 14, 2026
Dear Church Family and Friends,
Now that we are in mid-August, it seems that summer is officially over, and I know many of you are transitioning to a new season with school starting and other activities. Here at Cornerstone, we have some transitions as well as we begin a new ministry season.
Last week we wrapped up our summer sermon series in the Psalms with Psalm 108. This Sunday we will resume our study of the Gospel of Matthew, picking back up in chapter 12. I love these next few sections of Matthew as Jesus will teach His disciples more about His kingdom and how to live in it. As we make our way toward chapter 13 in Matthew's Gospel, we will consider The Parables of the Kingdom, as Jesus will make use of these powerful, earthy stories with a heavenly meaning. I invite you to read ahead and begin meditating on these teachings each week.
It has been a while since the leadership has reported on Phase 2 activities. To remind you, Phase 2 is what we are calling our continued efforts to remodel and improve the main building. With Phase 2 activities, we hope to maximize our space by expanding Sunday School classrooms, adding some office space, and remodeling older spaces that were not touched in our Phase 1 construction a few years ago. The leadership is still working hard to advance this project. Once we have some final details and before construction begins, we will have a congregational update on the project and ministry plans. Please continue to pray for this process, as there are many details and many parties involved.
See you Sunday!
by His grace and to His praise,
Pastor Wilson
Wilson’s Weekly
Pastor Wilson does not personally endorse everything said or written in these links, but hopes these articles and/or podcasts will be helpful for Christians in cultivating a biblical worldview.
Video/Article: The huge difference between worldly sorrow and godly grief
Podcast/Article: Jesus, without the Church
Preparation for Worship
August 16, 2026
The LORD of the Sabbath
Matthew 12:1-14
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Cornerstone Prayer Requests
Pray for church members caring for family - Susan Dupré, Emily Hinson, Kyle Mosier, Paul Poppe, Kim Sweatt, Paul and Christina Wendorf.
Pray for healing - Suzi Bolton, Kathy Cassis, Dawn Chenault, Val Myers, Tim and Gayle Ricks, Libby Stanfield, Steve Sedlack, and Annette Sweatt.
Pray for our homebound friends - Betty Baldwin and Suzi Bolton.
Pray for our expectant mothers - Amanda Pendergraft (September), Morgan High (December), and the Poppe family (adoption).
Pray for our Missional Partnerships - Lincoln Village Ministry and Westminster Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL (Pastor Joe Steele).
Pray for college students as they go back to school. Pray that they would grow in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and man.
Announcements
New Members Class - Continues Sunday and meets during the Sunday School hour in the Family Life Center.
Senior High SNF - This Sunday at the Shirley’s home from 6-8 pm!
Student Ministry Kickoff - Wednesday, August 19, 6-8 pm in the Family Life Center! 6-12th grade students, join us for food, fellowship, and games!
Luke5 -
Training Day - Saturday, August 22, at 9 am in the FLC at Cornerstone. Come learn about hiking with Luke5 and enjoy some donuts!
Hike - Saturday, September 12, at Madison County Nature Trail, Green Mountain. Hike begins at 9 am; Sherpas arrive by 8:45 am.
Women’s Fall Bible Study - Joshua by Jen Wilkin, begins September 1 with groups meeting on Tuesdays mornings (9-11:30 am) and Tuesday evenings. Register here today!
Foundations - Begins Wednesday, September 9, with a fellowship meal at 5:30 pm in the FLC and discipleship opportunities for all ages from 6:15-7:15 pm. Nursery is provided.
Missions Moment
Each week, we want to highlight one of our missional partnerships. Please take a moment to learn about these wonderful ministries that Cornerstone has the privilege of serving alongside.
This week's highlighted ministry:
The Mission of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church is to be a community of Christ's followers who worship, grow, and serve together to glorify God in Huntsville and throughout the world.
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