Special Baptism Sunday Service
Sunday, April 27, 12pm | Sanctuary
We are excited to witness and celebrate 22 baptisms in our community! We will hold a special baptism service after the 10:30 service. You are encouraged to stay to celebrate with these Villagers. As is our tradition, you are welcome to bring cards, flowers, or other gifts for those who are baptized. A cake reception will be served in the Columbia Rooms following the service.
Spring Giving Campaign
March 30 – May 31, 2025
Spring Giving is a special opportunity for Villagers to contribute toward ministry needs that go beyond our regular church budget. This year, our focus is on supporting our core ministry priorities: being both intergenerational and missional.
As you pray and consider giving, we encourage you to contribute above and beyond your regular giving to the Ministry Offering, which supports our staff, missionaries, building loan, and general ministry expenses. You’re welcome to give to one or more of the highlighted opportunities. If we surpass the fundraising goal for a specific project, any excess funds will be redirected to support projects that are not yet fully funded.
Seminars: Can Quantum Mechanics Rescue Free Will?
Wednesday, April 30, 6:30-8pm | Columbia 201
Is science and technology reshaping our world in ways that challenge our Christian beliefs? Join Dr. Isaac Choi, a professor from George Fox University, for the second of two thought-provoking seminars that tackle these modern ethical dilemmas head-on. Explore the impact of new advancements in technology and dive into the complex relationship between faith and science. These seminars will push you to reconsider what you thought you knew about science, faith, and free will. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in deep conversations about how these two worlds intersect.
Pickleball
Sunday, April 27, 1:30-3:30pm
You are encouraged to join our Pickleball group for a game! If you’re new to the sport, the leaders are ready and willing to teach you. Wear athletic shoes and clothing, paddles are available to borrow. Upcoming dates: Saturdays, 5/3, 5/10, 5/24, 5/31 10am-1pm and Sundays 5/18 1:30-3:30pm.
Flourish as a Woman Prayer Series
Tuesdays, April 29, May 6 & 13, 9:30-11:30am | Columbia 203
Women, you are invited to a special 3-week series on prayer! Learn from the life experiences of special presenter Karen Neuman on April 29 and Village’s Theologian-in-Residence, Dr. Johann Kim, on May 13. Questions? Contact Poppy Smith.
Village Café Boba Night
Wednesday, April 30, 5:30-7:30pm
Hey, Village Family! The Village Cafe is hosting another boba night coming up soon. Enjoy a drink, fellowship, and games before our regularly scheduled Wednesday evening programs. This is a great chance to bring a friend or family member along and introduce them to our Village community!
Moms Connect: Play Group
Thursday, May 1, 9-11am | Nursery
Village moms of young children (pre-k age and younger), you are invited to join us for our next community playgroup gathering. We meet every other week. Upcoming dates: May 15, & 29, June 12 & 29.
Young Adult Lunch
Sunday, May 4, 12-1:30pm | Columbia 201
Join us for our Sunday lunch in just two weeks! Bring a side or dessert to share if you’d like or just come as you are. Come connect with other young adults and learn about our upcoming class.
God’s Story in Action: North Korea
Sunday, May 4, 12:15-1:45pm
You are warmly invited to attend a special event with international workers called and sent to the people of North Korea. Don't miss this opportunity to welcome our first time guests and hear about their work towards God's mission, their ministry journey, and receive the latest report from our partner, IGNIS Community. We also welcome back two of their colleagues. Lunch will be served, so RSVP today!
BAM Global Summit
May 8, 2025
Calling Villagers who are interested in learning more about what God is doing in business world today! Those who are interested in participating this one-day online webinar are invited to contact
nations@villagebeaverton.com to arrange participating together.
Giving
Your faithful support is always appreciated. We encourage our community to participate in worship this way: "G
ive something, give regularly". It's quick and secure to give online through Pushpay. If you prefer to mail a check, send it to us at 330 SW Murray Blvd, Beaverton, OR 97005. For gifts of stocks, IRAs, or other creative methods, please contact
Patty, Finance Manager.
Weekly Newsletter
Our all-church weekly newsletter hits inboxes Wednesday evening. Sign up below to receive announcements on upcoming events, connection opportunities, needs, and much more. You'll have the choice to sign up for the weekly Youth, monthly Seniors, or seasonal Men's newsletters as well if you participate in those ministries.
Newsletter Sign UpPraise: Supporting God's Church in Mexico!
Last month, we asked for Villagers' to support the costs of two full-time seminary students from the Yucatán peninsula. Thank you to our generous and Kingdom-seeking Villagers who have made it possible and committed to fully fund the two students and their family for the next two years of study in Oaxaca. Upon completion of their seminary study in two years, they will return to the Yucatán and empower the churches and pastors in the region. Thank you, Village, for your support of God's global church. Praise Him!
New Village App Available Now!
We look forward to connecting with you on this platform through Sunday sermon posts, DNA Group Conversation guides, and the Community Boards for our Covenantal & Community members.
We want you to join our staff! Visit our hiring page to learn more about the open positions on our ministry team: Administrative Specialists, Assistant Nursery Supervisor, Custodian, Director of Youth & Their Families, and Operations & Admin Coordinator.
Village ESOL ministry is a key outreach ministry, offering belonging and the real, felt love of Christ from our volunteer teachers to our diverse students. We are praying for a ministry leader with a heart to serve God through loving our students and volunteer leaders, an organizational mind, and a collaborative spirit. If you have interest or any questions about this ministry opportunity, email Pastor Insil today!
Coffee Lovers Needed
Calling all early birds and coffee aficionados! Our Café is in search of volunteers to join our Sunday morning crew. If you've ever dreamt of being a barista or just love the smell of coffee beans, we need you! No prior experience is necessary, as we will provide training and guide you as you master the art of coffee and smoothie making! So if you're looking to add a little froth to your Sundays, email Angel Aquino (
aquinoangel@gmail.com) or Alvin Lai (
alvin@villagebeaverton.com) and let's brew some magic together!
Serve on the Sunday Tech Team
Are you looking to serve the church on Sundays? You are encouraged to join our tech team, either on a rotation or just as needed. We are looking to grow our volunteer team in multiple positions…
• Chapel Sound Techs
• Chapel Slide volunteers - clicking between videos, lyrics, and prayer & sermon slides (no camera control in this service)
• Sanctuary “Switcher” position (videos, lyrics, slides, and camera control)
While experience is great, we are ready to train you! Come shadow our team for a weekend or two to see what volunteering on the tech team entails.
Upcoming BSO concert
We are pleased to host Beaverton Symphony Orchestra for their upcoming concert,
Beethoven's Fifth and Travis Hatton Young Artists Winners, on Sunday, May 18, 3pm in the Sanctuary with a pre-concert talk at 2:30pm Visit the
BSO website for more information.
Welcome to Village!
Welcome! We are so glad you're here experiencing our missional, intercultural community. Consider stopping by the welcome counter or coming to the front of the stage during Sanctuary Greeting Time for your welcome gift and to meet some of our pastoral staff.
Our 8:15am Chapel Service is designed to be accessible to those who seek to know more about God and the church as well as those who are long-time believers. The more intimate worship space and service rest on the timeless traditions of the global church, as well as leave open room for simplicity and creativity in our multicultural worship response. We sit at tables to worship in community and take communion weekly together as the body of Christ.
In our 10:30am Sanctuary Service, we engage with a diversity of cultures and languages as we worship and study the Word of our Diverse God together. You are welcome to make a joyful noise and join us in singing in a language other than your own! Our preaching team is made up of different cultural and language backgrounds, so we are blessed with Sundays when the preaching is in a language other than English, with live translation. Our non-native English-speaking church members do this weekly, so the larger church sharing this experience is important to being a missional, multicultural community in Christ. 한국어 통역이 있습니다, traducción en español, 每周日上午10:30的聚会都提供中文同步翻译。. Nursery care for ages 0-3, Kids programming for ages Pre-K-5th grade, and Youth programming for 6th-12th Grade are also available.
Sermon Recap
Lead Pastor Paul Choi, Revelation 21:1-8, "I Am Making All Things New"
Jesus said, “I am making all things new.” This is the promise given to us. This is not a future promise but a present reality. Jesus is now making all things new. We are in difficult seasons, and this is a message we need to hear. Some of us are going through the loss of a loved one. Some are going through relationship or marital issues. We may know friends or family who are going through financial difficulties or loss of jobs. Some of us have physical and health challenges hoping for a miracle in our lives. We carry different problems. We hear Jesus’ voice saying, “I am making all things new.” This is our hope from Jesus, the message the followers of Jessus needed to hear.
Historical Context
The Apostle John, wrote this message from the island of Patmos where he was a prisoner. The first century world is marked by violence and oppression brought about by the Roman Empire. The Emperor Domitian declared himself as god and demanded worship and loyalty creating a culture of fear and obedience. Is this even possible? Can Jesus make all things new?
What does it mean to truly follow Jesus? We can profess in our words but are we really connected with Jesus? After Jesus’ death, the disciples were scattered, afraid. The resurrection of Jesus was a pivotal moment in the lives of these disciples and transformation took place. They understood the teaching of Jesus, “the kingdom of God has come near.” The resurrection of Jesus was the start of a new existence. He has invited those who follow him to participate in this new reality. This is an invitation to all of us. Do we want to be part of this new kingdom? Jesus is here with us empowering us to live transformed lives. He is making all things new.
The disciples witnessed Jesus’ resurrection. They were emboldened. They came out of hiding and became witnesses knowing that this might cause them their lives. What changed them? It was their understanding of the Kingdom of God. They realized and began to understand the Kingdom gospel. Jesus’ ministry began with his proclamation “that the kingdom of God has come near.” It is an invitation to all to live in God’s reign. The resurrection of Jesus symbolizes
- What must happen in the future has already happened in the present.
- It is not complete but has already begun
- Because of His resurrection he can claim “I am making all things new.”
We are called to follow Jesus, to be a community that reflects his love, grace and hope. We live to be there for each other, a transformed people of God. “I am making all things new.”
Discussion Questions
- How do you understand the vision of a new heaven and new earth and that God has made everything new?
- Chapter 21 claims a new creation where God is with us, he will dwell with his people. “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning, or crying or pain…” Our Christian tradition talks about heaven, where we will go after we die. Most Christians cling to this hope as their escape from this broken world. How do we reconcile these teachings?
- It is the disciples' understanding of the Kingdom of God that brought about their transformation. What is the Kingdom of God to you?
- How can we the church be involved in this new creation? How can we encourage and support each other in God’s kingdom building? Are we choosing to follow Jesus?
Responsive Worship
As we collectively reflect on Sunday's message, use this space as a safe place to respond to God's calling and share your reflection on the preaching. All submissions are anonymous.
Responsive WorshipConversation Guide Archive
Looking for a past discussion guide? All Conversation Guides can be found on the Village Beaverton app. Tap the Sunday tab, tap Search, and open your sermon of choice to find sermon video and the corresponding DNA Group Conversation Guide.
