TFPC EM NEWSLETTER - MARCH 19, 2025

Season of Lent: Misunderstood

Today March 19, 2025

Good morning and welcome to your mid-week!

One of the struggles that Jesus faced during his ministry was being misunderstood. And he was misunderstood in more ways than one.

Jesus’ identity was misunderstood

Jesus was labeled everything from being a political revolutionary to a nobody; to the king of the Jews to just the son of a carpenter.

Jesus’ heart was misunderstood

People mistook his authority for arrogance, his love for all as a lack of holiness, his desire to save as a political take over.

Jesus’ message was misunderstood

People thought the kingdom he was talking about was political, not spiritual. That his teachings were about legalism not grace. That his teachings were just morality not the way to eternal life.

Jesus’ actions were misunderstood

People did not understand the real reasons for his servant leadership style, his miracles, and why he needed to die on the cross.

Jesus was incredibly misunderstood

And so, if you ever been misunderstood - if you know the pain of having your identity or your motive or your words or your actions be misunderstood - then know that Jesus knows exactly what that feels like and he walks with us as we endure them.

That is our comfort we are reminded of during Lent.

The challenge is to respond to misunderstandings the same way he did. For, despite all the misunderstandings he experienced, Jesus remained faithful and trusted in the Lord.

And, as we draw near to Christ this Lent Season, so should we.

God’s blessing up on you mediate on misunderstandings - both toward you and yours toward God - and I look forward to worshipping with you this Sunday.

- Rev. Frank Kim

Sunday Worship this past Sunday: HERE

Cell Group Discussion: HERE

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Announcements

Fellowship Lunch Request for Youth Ministry

We ask that the congregation please let youth students cut the line and get their food first so that they can go to their small groups ASAP. Thank you for your understanding!

Easter Sunday Baptism & Confirmation Applications

Applications are open for the Easter Sunday baptism service on April 20. Those who wish to apply for infant baptism, children's baptism, adult baptism, or confirmation are encouraged to contact the church office. Deadline: March 23

2025 Summer Short-Term Mission Recruitment

Applications are now open for the first round of 2025 overseas summer short-term mission trips. This initial round includes missions to the Philippines (Missionary Won In-Kyu) and Guadalajara (Missionary Choo Ki-Sung).

• Contact: Elder Choi Eun-Kyung (213-270-5006)

• Upcoming announcements for Uganda and Native American mission trips will follow.

• Schedule:

• Philippines: May 22 - May 31

• Guadalajara: June 28 - July 5

"Use One or Less" Paper Cup Campaign

To promote environmental protection, our church is encouraging everyone to limit paper cup usage to one or less per person each Sunday. Please bring your own reusable water bottle or cup whenever possible.

TFPC Library Information

Our church library holds approximately 13,000 faith-related and high-quality books, including new releases. We encourage all members to utilize this resource.

Operating hours: Sunday 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Loan period: 3 weeks (1-time renewal available)

Note: We do not accept used book donations.

Upcoming Ministry Calendar

• Mar 30 (Sun) – LIFE Cell Group

• Mar 30 (Sun) - YMF Cell Group

• April 18 (Fri) - Good Friday - Joint with Youth @ EM Chapel

• April 20 (Sun) - Easter Sunday - Joint Worship @ Main Sanctuary

• July 4-6 (Fri-Sun) – EM Family Retreat

Finance Office Announcement

For Online Offering (found HERE) please make sure to select 'English Ministry' and to scroll down and type in where you would want your offering to go in the 'Note / memo' area.  

2025 Offering Statement Request

If you need a donation receipt for tax purposes, please request it via phone or email.

• Phone: 310-618-2222

• Email: financetfpcusa@gmail.com

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