Crosby Chapel Bulletin

Welcome to Crosby Chapel

August 17, 2025

 

Welcome

 

Teaching God’s Word

Pastor Matt Coombe

Abiding in Cain or Christ

1 John 3:10-24


Here is what’s happening at Crosby Chapel


Welcome the newest members of Crosby Chapel, Gary and Becky DeKorte. We are blessed to have you are here.

 

Work party for Pastor Gary

When - August 30th, beginning at 8:00am

Where- 255 DeWatto Rd W

We need Chain saws, log splitters and manpower

to split and stack fire wood.

 

On September 9, there will be a Ladies' Precepts Bible Study offered on the book of Genesis. It will run from 6:30 - 8 pm all year long and will require weekly homework. If you have interest, please contact Karin Westeren. We'd love to have you join us!

 

Tea Time Together- Ladies Tea

All girls from 5th grade to 100 Years old

Saturday September 13th 10am till Noon

Yummy food, time with friends and a special guest speaker Eleanor Thoemke.

Sign up in the foyer

 

Wondering how you could serve here at Crosby Chapel?? 

We have many opportunities including; cleaning, nursery, children’s church, Awana, youth group, coffee set up, SIS and more.  Whether you have a lot of time or just a few minutes a week we have a place for you. Talk to Rokki and see where you serve. 


Giving update 

Giving 2025 monthly goal is $24,289.00

August giving……$ 16,984.00

Year to date budget…....$ 182,559.26

Year to date giving......$ 189,942.91

 

Remember you can give online at our website (contact Rokki for the password) or by mail.

If by mail send to PO Box 218, Seabeck, WA 98380



Prayer Chain Coordinator – 

Melody Hanson at 360-830-4431 or e-mail to Crosbyprayers@juno.com.

Rokki Staub is serving as backup at rokkistaub@hotmail.com or 360- 830-4624.

Please call or e-mail to add your prayer requests

 


Crosby Chapel Information

 

Pastor Gary Wilderbuer – (360) 830-2327

Church Secretary -Rokki Staub

P.O. Box 218

Seabeck, WA  98380 (360) 830-4311

Office Hours: Mon. – Fri. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm


www.Crosbychapel.com 


Sermon Notes

Teaching God’s Word

Pastor Matt Coombe

Abiding in Cain or Christ

1 John 3:10-24


Series: The God Who Abides: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty Made Manifest
Sermon: Of Christ or Cain? Abiding in Goodness
Scripture: 1 John 3:10–24

 

Dichotomies in the Text
The Bible often uses sharp contrasts to help us see truth clearly. In this passage, John draws these lines:


__________________ vs. Children of the Devil (v. 10) – Christ, the Son of God and Second Adam, contrasted with Cain, “of the wicked one.”



Love vs. __________________ (vv. 11–12) – Christ’s love fulfills the ancient command to love; Cain’s hatred leads to murder.


City of God vs. City of __________________ (v. 13) – The righteous are hated for their goodness; Cain’s path mirrors the world’s envy and hostility.


Life vs. __________________ (vv. 14–15) – Loving others is evidence we have passed from death to life; clinging to the world is death.


__________________ vs. Murder (vv. 12, 16) – Christ lays down His life; Cain takes life.


Generosity vs. __________________ (v. 17) – Love meets needs; selfishness turns away.


Deed and Truth vs. __________________ (vv. 18–19) – True love is active, not empty talk.


Confidence vs. __________________ (vv. 20–21) – A clear heart gives boldness before God; guilt leaves us condemned.

 


How to Abide in Christ


Examine yourself __________________ – Pray, “Lord, am I abiding in You?”


Invite __________________ – Ask those who love you.


Be __________________ – Set apart time for God.


Practice the spiritual __________________ – Prayer, Scripture, worship, service.


8-11-2025  Crosby Chapel


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Prayer Spotlight


Dave & Linda Gustafson, Sauvie Island, OR

(Coastal Northwest District: Ken & Charlotte Schmidt):


Sauvie Island Community Church is the only church on this farming island, located where the Columbia and Willamette rivers meet. The church is surrounded by fields of produce, fruit, flowers, and pumpkins. There is one bridge on and off the island, one school, one church, and the Grange. There are no year-round community gathering places such as restaurants, stores, a post office, or even a gas station. 


PRAYER REQUESTS: 1) Pray that God will align our thoughts and hearts with HIS PLANS for Sauvie Island Community Church. He knows everyone and how the future can unfold for HIS GLORY all over the island! 2) Pray for a worship team and an intern. 3) Pray that God might grant a new kidney for Dave, who began dialysis in December 2024. 3) Pray for strength to continue inspiring others toward Christ. Evangelism is our joy!


Sauvie Island Community Church

18510 NW Reeder Rd

Portland, OR 97231

(503) 621-3609)

Who do I contact.....................?


Church Board Members: Chairman of the board-Evin Westeren, Lisa Becker, John Hannan, Kris Ivy, Keith Jensen, Suze Marcinko and David Mathis

Church Secretary – Rokki Staub, secretary@crosbychapel.com

Worship team – Karin Westeren

Youth Group/SWAT – Pastor Matt Coombe

SIS Coordinators – Janna Hintz, Ann Zoepfl, Teresa Gotchall, Stacy Ivy

FAM, Moms group – Karin Westeren

AWANA – Pastor Gary Wilderbuer

Cleaning Schedule – Frank and Suze Marcinko

Church Cleaning supplies – Bill and Aldenia Acord

Church Treasurer – Rokki Staub

Church website – Steve Kuehl

Helping Hands – Pete and Sandy Flatness