Newsletter March 20, 2026
Newsletter March 20, 2026
Dear Church Family and Friends,
We are just a little over a week away from Holy Week. Holy Week traditionally begins on Palm Sunday when we remember Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It ends on Easter Sunday as we celebrate the wonder and the promise of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.
As Pastor Russ wrote last week, our sermon passage for Holy Week will be 1 Corinthians 15:1-5 as we remember and emphasize the "first things" of the Gospel. It is so vital for us to be clear and precise when it comes to understanding the content of the Gospel.
One of the most essential things about the Gospel is that it is Christ-centered. There is no Christianity without Christ. Herman Bavinck, a 20th-century Dutch theologian, wrote a wonderful paragraph in his book, The Wonderful Works of God. He helps us meditate on this truth by stating:
Jesus was not the first confessor of the religion named after His name. He was not the first and the most important Christian. He occupies a wholly unique place in Christianity. He is not in the usual sense of it the founder of Christianity, but He is the Christ, the One who was sent by the Father, who founded His Kingdom on earth and now extends and preserves it to the end of the ages. Christ is Himself Christianity. He stands, not outside, but inside of it. Without His name, person, and work, there is no such thing as Christianity. In one word, Christ is not the one who points the way to Christianity, but the way itself. He is the only, true, and perfect Mediator between God and men. (p.263, The Mediator of the Covenant)
As we gather for worship this Lord's Day and as we anticipate Holy Week, let us strive to be ruthlessly Christ-centered and Christ-focused.
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.
Preparation for Worship
March 22, 2026
The Cost of Discipleship:
The Hard Truth of Following Christ
Matthew 10:16-25
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Cornerstone Prayer Requests
Pray for church members caring for family - Susan Dupré, Deborah Fitzsimmons, Tim Kauffman, Kyle Mosier, Paul Poppe, Kim Sweatt, Paul and Christina Wendorf.
Pray for healing - Tom Armstrong, Suzi Bolton, Karen Canevaro, Dawn Chenault, Tim and Gayle Ricks, Libby Stanfield, Annette Sweatt, and Alan Ware.
Pray for our homebound friends - Betty Baldwin, Suzi Bolton, Bob and Kathy Cassis.
Pray for David and Gail Kimrey and family at the passing of her mother, Marion Kurtts Camp. A service for Mrs. Camp will be held at Cornerstone tomorrow, March 23, at 11:00 am, with visitation from 10-11 am.
Pray for our expectant mothers - Maiben Addison (June), Kerry McMillan (July), Kendra Muur (August), and Amanda Pendergraft (September).
Pray for our Missional Partnerships - PCA General Assembly (John Bise, interim stated clerk) and Grace Fellowship Presbyterian Church, Albertville, AL (Rev. Jackie Gaston & Rev. Jonah Hill).
Pray for our women’s ministry that the Lord would strengthen their fellowship, deepen their faith, and empower them to serve one another and the wider community with grace and love for his glory.
Announcements
Communion - We will observe communion next Sunday, March 29.
Easter Devotionals - Free Easter Devotionals are available in the Gathering Room.
Junior High Sunday Night Fellowship - This Sunday, March 22, 6-8 pm at the Poppe’s home.
Youth Group - Resumes Wednesday, March 25, 6-8 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Holy Week - RSVP for Easter here!
Palm Sunday Services, March 29, at 8:30 and 11:00 am
Good Friday Communion Service, April 3, at 6:00 pm
Easter Sunday Services on Sunday, April 5, at 8:30 and 11:00 am
Easter Brunch Fellowship in the FLC at 9:45 am
Palm Sunday Children’s Prelude - On March 29, at the 11:00 am service, the children will help lead the congregation in the singing of the prelude. The children will gather during Sunday School. Contact Mary Cooper with questions.
Missions Pancake Brunch - Save the Date! Sunday, April 19, after the second service. RSVP coming soon!
Mission Trip Registration - Contact Morgan High or Jackie Edmondson to register for Quiet Waters Family Retreat (June 7-12) to serve families affected by disabilities. Contact the church office to register for Warm Springs (May 30-June 6) to serve with Sacred Road.
VBS - Save the Date! June 1-4. Look for registration beginning in April!
Cornerstone Members - Please log in to CCB and update your individual and family photos, and confirm that your contact information is accurate. Questions? Contact Lauren Hill.
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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:
PCA General Assembly (John Bise, interim stated clerk)
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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