*CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GEE FAMILY’S PREGNANCY! – We expect another third Gee princess to arrive in March 2026, our newest and youngest Hosanna sister in our Lord Jesus Christ! Sincerest congratulations and we can’t wait to meet God’s gift and creation! All glory and praise be to God for our new sister Gee!
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*A BLESSED AGAPE life group GATHERING last week! – Pray for our AGAPE families and young adults shepherded by co-shepherds Elder Nara & Deacon Jonathan Jeng.
 
*RETREAT FEES for the HOSANNA FALL RETREAT “LIFT UP YOUR EYES!”!!!!! – If you have not already, for all who are attending the retreat, zelle the retreat fee to the hosanna email: hosannapc@outlook.com with a note/comment “retreat fee.” $60 per adult/$30 per child. $30 per staff/$10 per child of staff. This will greatly help the Deacons prepare scheduling, lodging, and food. Thank you!
 
*FALL RETREAT STARTS NEXT FRIDAY (10/10)!!!! – Arrive and check-in at 4:30pm, 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071! Dinner (delicious spaghetti, ground beef tomato sauce, garlic bread, pickles, onions, salad, and dessert) will start promptly at 5:45pm. Worship will begin promptly at 6:45pm. We hope to see everyone there! Please inform the Deacons in-person if you need a ride or if you are coming but have not registered.
 
*FALL RETREAT SCHEDULE –
 
Friday, October 10, 2025 at McKinney Ranch

• 4:30pm – Check-In, Unload, Setup, and Prepare Dinner
• 5:45pm – Dinner (Spaghetti, Meat Sauce, Pickles, Jalapenos, Garlic Bread, Salad)
• 6:45pm – Evening Worship: “Lift Up Your Eyes: Look” (John 4:31-38) by Rev. Brian Hsieh
• 7:45pm – Room assignments (by Deacons) & Group # assignments
• 8:00pm – Snacks, Fellowship Time & Commuters depart
• 11:00pm – Lights Out

 
Saturday, October 11, 2025 at McKinney Ranch

• 8:30am – Commuters arrival & Morning Devotional Time/Prayer Time with Groups
• 9:30am – Breakfast (Bagels, Cream Cheese, Cereal, Milk, Juice, Bananas, Apples, Berries, Hard Boiled Eggs) & Preparing for Worship
• 10:30am – Morning Worship: “Lift Up Your Eyes: Repent” (Psalm 139:23-24) by Rev. Brian Hsieh
• 11:30am – Breakout Discussion Reflections/Prayer Time with Groups & Preparing for Lunch
• 12:30pm – Lunch (Burgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, Relish, Ketchup, Mustard, Pickles, Lettuce, Onions, Tomatoes) & Fellowship Time
• 2:00pm – Spiritual Team-Building Games & Activities (led by Director Trey Reynolds), Rest Time, and Preparing for Dinner
• 5:00pm – Dinner (Bulgogi, Spicy Pork, Rice, Lettuce, Ssamjang, Cucumbers, Korean Peppers, Carrots, Kimchi)
• 6:45pm – Evening Worship: “Lift Up Your Eyes: Exercise” (Philippians 2:12-18) by Rev. Brian Hsieh
• 7:45pm – Breakout Discussion Reflections/Prayer Time with Groups
• 8:15pm – Snacks, Fellowship Time & Commuters depart
• 11:00pm – Lights Out

 
Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Hosanna Church (Ezra Chapel)

• 7:00am – Cleanup and Pack-up
• 8:00am – Breakfast (Bagels, Cream Cheese, Cereal, Milk, Juice, Bananas, Apples, Berries, Hard Boiled Eggs)
• 9:00am – Check-Out of McKinney Ranch & Head to Church (Ezra Chapel)
• 10:30am – Closing Worship/Resurrection Sunday Lord’s Day: “Lift Up Your Eyes: Remember” (John 21:1-13) by Rev. Brian Hsieh
• 12:00pm – Breakout Discussion Groups & Lunch at Gymnasium Cafeteria

*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER! – Let’s honor and give thanks to the Lord for our guest preacher by giving him our full attention and hearts to the Lord! Rev. Brian Hsieh, Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX. Rev. Brian Hsieh grew up in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. During his studies at the University of Florida, he had the opportunity to serve on campus, and help in the youth and children ministries at a local church. It was during this time that the Lord gave him a passion for full-time ministry, and upon graduating, he moved to Dallas to attend seminary at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he received the Master of Theology degree in 2011. From 2010-2020, Pastor Brian served as youth and then English Pastor at Plano Chinese Alliance Church. He joined the staff at Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church in 2022. Brian is married to Nelly, and together they have a daughter, Emery. Their hope and heart in serving in the Chinese church is that while language and culture may be the common ground that initially brings us together, it would be superseded by our new identity in Christ as believers. *Let us remember Pastor Brian in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.
 
*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• FOR HEALING: Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother; All Hosanna congregants suffering from various ailments: back pains, eye pains, fevers, body aches, allergies, cough, sinuses, leg pains/sprains & broken bones, and other illnesses
• PRAISES TO GOD FOR ANSWERED PRAYERS: Lord’s answer in overflowing joy for the Gee family’s pregnancy; God’s election of Hosanna’s newest ordained officers – Elder Nara Im Jeng, Deacon Jonathan Jeng, and Deacon Juhae Park; Re-installation of Elder Patrick Liu
• FOR THE CHILDREN: All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• FOR HOSANNA LIFE GROUPS: JAMES & AGAPE to flourish in fellowship, spiritual growth, outreach, and multiplication
• FOR STUDENTS IN COLLEGE/POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: In Dallas (Sophie Park, Joseph Ko, Rachel Ko, Eugene Hong, JJ Kim, Hogan Lee, Andy Kim, Unice Kim, Roi Lee); In Austin (Hannah Kim); In San Marcos (Hannah Lee); In Waco (Daniel Jang); In Lubbock (Angel Lee); In Rhode Island (Noah Cha); In Massachusetts (Sarah Kim); In Houston (Alex Koh – medicine, Aaron Lee – optometry)
• FOR PASTORAL ORDINATION: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen; Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• FOR FUTURE MINISTRY TEAMS & SERVANTS: Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team; 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders); *3rd Elder candidate – We trust that in God’s time and God’s way, the Lord will appoint and send to us His servant to help complete the required makeup of the Session of three Elders. We want to assure the congregation that the prayerful search will remain open year-round and once the candidate is identified, another election will held and the candidate installed accordingly. Let us pray for the one that God is calling. *Nominations for this office can be made known directly to any of the Elders.
• FAMILIES/INDIVIDUALS ON BREAK: For the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, Christ-centered family time, and safe return from travels
• FUTURE MINISTRY: 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat and special guest preacher Rev. Brian Hsieh; Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)
• FOR OUR COUNTRY & THE WORLD: For those suffering from wars and hunger, especially the little children and infants; for persecuted Christians & missionaries across the globe

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK –

• 10/5 (Sun) –
  • STAFF BREAK: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao
  • SPECIAL GUEST WORSHIP & PRAISE LEADER: Vincent Li
  • DESSERTS ministry during lunch for whole Bethany-Hosanna church families
  • *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria
  • *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Menu TBA at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 10/8 (Wed) ORDAINED OFFICERS online gathering (retreat prep)
• 10/10 (Fri) – 10/12 (Sun) FALL RETREAT with Rev. Brian Hsieh, Collin County Chinese English Ministry
• 10/13 (Mon) COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY
• 10/18 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, JAMES life group at Park’s home (Waxahachie). Join us!
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS ORIENTATION (part 1), 1:15pm-2pm at Corner Room
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS ORIENTATION (part 2), 1:15pm-2pm at Corner Room

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) Worthy; (2) Hymn of Heaven; (3) The Jesus Way

*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another!
“See the Heavens Opened, with Christ’s Standing Ovation” (ACTS 7:54-60)
 
(1.) [v.54-56] After Deacon Stephen finished his sermon, how did his hearers respond (v.54)? Despite their response, what filled Deacon Stephen and what did his eyes see as he gazed into heaven (v.55-56)? According to the prophecy about Jesus in Psalm 110:1, is Jesus normally sitting or standing at the right hand of the Father God? Why was the Lord Jesus standing instead of sitting? Like Deacon Stephen, if you were to gaze into heaven and see the glory of God, would Jesus be sitting or standing at seeing your life and testimony for Him? How is the Holy Spirit moving you to live for the applause and standing ovation of Christ instead of this world?
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(2.) [v.57-58] When the council heard Deacon Stephen speaking of Christ’s standing ovation at his sermon, what did they do (v.57-58)? What did those who witnessed the stoning of Deacon Stephen do with their garments, acknowledging the person who was overseeing and approving the execution (v.58)? We focus a lot about living well for the glory of Christ, but how can we prepare to die well for the glory of Christ? How can your death as a matured person in Christ be the birth of a young Saul/Paul for Christ? How can your faithful witness for Christ be another’s life transformation in Christ? By our temporal lives, how can we influence and raise the next generation of the apostle Paul’s, Pastors, Elders, Deacons, Worship leaders, etc?
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(3.) [v.59-60] As they were stoning Deacon Stephen, what two requests did he call out to the Lord Jesus to do (v.59-60)? After Deacon Stephen said these things, how is his death described (v.60)? How are you holding the wounds of those who sinned against you? Have you forgiven them, turning your wounds into scars? In Christ, how is death like falling asleep and then to wake back up again? How are we never going to die? 
 
[Korean translation] “하늘이 열리고, 그리스도께서 서신 것을 보라” (사도행전 7:54-60)
 
(1.) [54-56절] 스데반 집사가 설교를 마치자 청중들은 어떻게 반응했습니까(54절)? 그들의 반응에도 불구하고, 스데반 집사는 무엇이 가득 차고 하늘을 우러러보았을 때 무엇을 보았습니까(55-56절)? 시편 110편 1절에 나오는 예수님에 대한 예언에 따르면, 예수님은 보통 아버지 하나님 우편에 앉아 계십니까, 아니면 서 계십니까? 왜 주 예수님은 앉아 계시지 않고 서 계셨습니까? 스데반 집사처럼, 만약 당신이 하늘을 우러러보고 하나님의 영광을 본다면, 예수님은 당신의 삶과 그분에 대한 간증을 보시며 앉아 계실까요, 아니면 서 계실까요? 성령께서는 어떻게 당신을 이 세상이 아닌 그리스도의 박수와 기립 박수를 위해 살도록 인도하고 계십니까?
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(2.) [v.57-58] 공의회는 스데반 집사가 설교에서 그리스도께서 기립 박수를 받으신 것에 대해 말하는 것을 듣고 무엇을 했습니까(v.57-58)? 스데반 집사가 돌에 맞아 죽는 것을 목격한 사람들은 처형을 감독하고 승인한 사람을 인정하며 옷을 어떻게 입었습니까(v.58)? 우리는 그리스도의 영광을 위해 잘 사는 것에 많은 초점을 맞추지만, 그리스도의 영광을 위해 잘 죽을 준비를 어떻게 할 수 있습니까? 그리스도 안에서 성숙한 사람으로서의 당신의 죽음이 어떻게 그리스도를 위한 젊은 사울/바울의 탄생이 될 수 있습니까? 그리스도를 위한 당신의 충실한 증거가 어떻게 다른 사람의 삶의 변화가 될 수 있습니까? 우리의 현세적인 삶을 통해 사도 바울의 다음 세대, 목사, 장로, 집사, 예배 지도자 등에게 어떻게 영향을 미치고 양육할 수 있습니까?
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(3.) [59-60절] 그들이 스데반 집사를 돌로 쳐 죽일 때, 그는 주 예수님께 어떤 두 가지 간구를 드렸습니까(59-60절)? 스데반 집사가 이 말을 한 후, 그의 죽음은 어떻게 묘사됩니까(60절)? 당신은 당신에게 죄를 지은 사람들의 상처를 어떻게 받아들이고 있습니까? 당신은 그들을 용서하여 당신의 상처를 흉터로 만들었습니까? 그리스도 안에서 죽음은 어떻게 잠들었다가 다시 깨어나는 것과 같습니까? 어떻게 우리가 결코 죽지 않을 수 있습니까?
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071 (Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh)
• 10/18 (Sat) JAMES life group at the Park’s home (Waxahachie)
• 10/19 (Sun) DEACONS ORIENTATION (part 1)
• 10/25 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 10/26 (Sun) DEACONS ORIENTATION (part 2)
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup
• 11/2 (Sun) DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS (turn clock one hour back) & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 11/23 (Sun) THANKSGIVING WORSHIP – COMMUNION
• 11/29 (Sat) THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
• 12/20 (Sat) CHRISTMAS FELLOWSHIP & GIFT-EXCHANGE
• 12/21 (Sun) CHRISTMAS WORSHIP – COMMUNION

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng – *CHILDREN
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Dr. Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

​*ALL PRAISE & GLORY BE TO GOD FOR OUR 2nd ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION! – From our ordination & installation of new officers, 2nd anniversary bookmarks and pens, special guest preacher Rev. Mark Story, and delicious Korean rice cakes for the whole Hosanna & Bethany church families, it was a beautiful momentous day! If you missed our re-cap video that our Media team diligently put together, watch again here (*unlisted private video) and give a great thanks and praise to the Lord! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ_FdZeUxI

​Here are some snapshots of the beautiful day:

​Here is our beautiful group photo – what a lovely bunch of brothers and sisters in the Lord Jesus Christ!

​*HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY (9/28) to dear brother James Han & college sister Hannah Lee in San Marcos Texas State University! – We celebrate and love you in the Lord! Bless them with your prayerful hearts!

*A BLESSED JAMES life group GATHERING last week! – Pray for our JAMES families shepherded by Deacon Chong Choe.

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​*RETREAT FEES for the HOSANNA FALL RETREAT “LIFT UP YOUR EYES!”!!!!! – If you have not already, for all who are attending the retreat, zelle the retreat fee to the hosanna email: hosannapc@outlook.com with a note/comment “retreat fee.” $60 per adult/$20 per child. $30 per staff/$10 per child of staff. This will greatly help the Deacons prepare scheduling, lodging, and food. Thank you!
 
*THIS SUNDAY (9/28) – MOBILE BLOOD DRIVE AT CHURCH, 9:00am-2:00pm – Our annual blood drive with Bethany Korean Church is here. There will be mobile blood-giving stations at church. Those who have healthy and able blood are encouraged to give between 9am to 2pm. *Remember to fast (no food) prior to giving blood. *You must sign-up at this website for a specific time slot prior to giving your blood – sign up at this link here.
 
*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER! – Rev. Brian Hsieh, Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX. Rev. Brian Hsieh grew up in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. During his studies at the University of Florida, he had the opportunity to serve on campus, and help in the youth and children ministries at a local church. It was during this time that the Lord gave him a passion for full-time ministry, and upon graduating, he moved to Dallas to attend seminary at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he received the Master of Theology degree in 2011. From 2010-2020, Pastor Brian served as youth and then English Pastor at Plano Chinese Alliance Church. He joined the staff at Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church in 2022. Brian is married to Nelly, and together they have a daughter, Emery. Their hope and heart in serving in the Chinese church is that while language and culture may be the common ground that initially brings us together, it would be superseded by our new identity in Christ as believers. *Let us remember Pastor Brian in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.

​*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• FOR HEALING: Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother; All Hosanna congregants suffering from various ailments: back pains, eye pains, fevers, body aches, allergies, cough, sinuses, and other illnesses
• PRAISES TO GOD FOR ANSWERED PRAYERS: Lord’s answer in overflowing joy for the Gee family’s pregnancy; God’s election of Hosanna’s newest ordained officers – Elder Nara Im Jeng, Deacon Jonathan Jeng, and Deacon Juhae Park; Re-installation of Elder Patrick Liu
• FOR THE CHILDREN: All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• FOR STUDENTS IN COLLEGE/POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: In Dallas (Sophie Park, Joseph Ko, Rachel Ko, Eugene Hong, JJ Kim, Hogan Lee, Andy Kim, Unice Kim, Roi Lee); In Austin (Hannah Kim); In San Marcos (Hannah Lee); In Waco (Daniel Jang); In Lubbock (Angel Lee); In Rhode Island (Noah Cha); In Massachusetts (Sarah Kim); In Houston (Alex Koh – medicine, Aaron Lee – optometry)
• FOR PASTORAL ORDINATION: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen; Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• FOR FUTURE MINISTRY TEAMS & SERVANTS: Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team; 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders); *3rd Elder candidate – We trust that in God’s time and God’s way, the Lord will appoint and send to us His servant to help complete the required makeup of the Session of three Elders. We want to assure the congregation that the prayerful search will remain open year-round and once the candidate is identified, another election will held and the candidate installed accordingly. Let us pray for the one that God is calling. *Nominations for this office can be made known directly to any of the Elders.
• FAMILIES/INDIVIDUALS ON BREAK: For the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, Christ-centered family time, and safe return from travels
• FUTURE MINISTRY: 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat and special guest preacher Rev. Brian Hsieh; October/November Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)
• FOR OUR COUNTRY & THE WORLD: For the Lord’s peace to reign amidst the recent violence; for those suffering from wars and hunger, especially the little children and infants; for persecuted Christians & missionaries across the globe

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK –

• 9/27 (Sat) *4:30pm-7:30pm, AGAPE life group at Ezra Chapel. Continuing studies in “Ephesians.” Join us!
• 9/28 (Sun) –
  • *9am to 2pm, BLOOD DRIVE at church
  • *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria​

• *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Spicy Beef & Vegetable Soup (yukgaejang) at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!

• *POSTPONED: ORDAINED OFFICERS gathering (retreat prep) to online meeting (10/8)

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 10/5 (Sun) STAFF BREAK: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao
• 10/5 (Sun) SPECIAL GUEST WORSHIP & PRAISE LEADER: Vincent Li
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry during lunch for whole Bethany-Hosanna church families
• 10/10 (Fri) – 10/12 (Sun) FALL RETREAT with Rev. Brian Hsieh, Collin County Chinese English Ministry
• 10/13 (Mon) COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY
• 10/18 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, JAMES life group at Park’s home (Waxahachie). Join us!
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS ORIENTATION (part 1), 1:15pm-2pm at Corner Room
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS ORIENTATION (part 2), 1:15pm-2pm at Corner Room

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) What an Awesome God; (2) Song of the Saints; (3) Holy Spirit Have Your Way

​*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another!
“Listen to the Holy Spirit, for His Dwelling Place is in You” (ACTS 4:44-53).
 
(1.) [v.44-46] Before any temple was built by king Solomon, how did God direct  Moses the way He desired to dwell with His people (v.44)? This mobile tent (also known as the “tabernacle”) contained the Ark of the Covenant, with the tablets of the Ten Commandments, a jar of manna that God miraculously provided as food in the desert, and Aaron’s rod that budded (see the book of Numbers 17) which reminded the people of God’s priestly appointment and authority on Aaron and his priestly descendants. This mobile tent was called the “tent of witness” or “tent of testimony.” How did this tent give testimony and witness to God’s presence? Until when did God’s people carry this tent with them (v.45)? God did not ask for a greater dwelling place than a tent. Rather, who desired to find and make a more permanent dwelling (v.46)? It is easy to dwell with God on Sunday, being a “Sunday Christian.” Yet equally, how is God calling us to be “Monday Christians” too? How have we limited a worshipful life in Christ to only a time, location, season… when our God is a mobile tent, traveling with us everywhere with His testimony through our lives?
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(2.) [v.47-50] Although king Solomon built a temple for God, did God dwell there (v.47-48)? According to Isaiah 66:1-2, why can’t God dwell in an earthly house made by hands (v.49-50)? What is in possession of your hands, being made with your hands, being praised by your hands that you think God is finding His dwelling place in? What earthly house are you building that God is not residing in?
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(3.) [v.51-53] Instead of an earthly house, God chose a mobile tent. He still dwells in a mobile way through our ears, minds, hearts, and obedient action. How does He dwell like this (v.51-53)? How do you need to receive instead of resist what the holy Spirit is saying to you? How is God calling you to obey instead of obstruct His law?
 
[Korean translation] “성령님의 말씀을 들으라, 그의 집은 너희 안에 있느니라” (사도행전 7:44-53)
 
(1.) [44-46절] 솔로몬 왕이 성전을 짓기 전에, 하나님께서는 모세에게 당신의 백성과 함께 거하기를 원하셨던 방식을 어떻게 인도하셨습니까(44절)? 이 이동식 장막(“성막”으로도 알려짐)에는 십계명이 새겨진 돌판이 담긴 언약궤, 하나님께서 광야에서 기적적으로 양식으로 공급하신 만나 항아리, 그리고 아론의 싹이 난 지팡이(민수기 17장 참조)가 있었습니다. 이 지팡이는 하나님께서 아론과 그의 후손들에게 제사장으로 임명하시고 권위를 주셨음을 백성에게 상기시켜 주었습니다. 이 이동식 장막은 “증거의 장막” 또는 “증언의 장막”이라고 불렸습니다. 이 장막은 어떻게 하나님의 임재를 증거하고 증거했습니까? 하나님의 백성은 언제까지 이 장막을 가지고 다녔습니까(45절)? 하나님은 장막보다 더 큰 거처를 요구하지 않으셨습니다. 오히려 누가 더 영구적인 거처를 찾고 만들기를 원했습니까(46절)? “일요일 그리스도인”이 되어 일요일에 하나님과 함께 거하는 것은 쉽습니다. 하지만 동시에, 하나님께서는 어떻게 우리를 "월요일 그리스도인"으로 부르시는 것일까요? 우리 하나님은 움직이는 천막이시며, 우리 삶을 통해 그분의 증거를 가지고 어디든 우리와 함께 다니시는데, 우리는 어떻게 그리스도 안에서 예배하는 삶을 특정한 시간, 장소, 계절로만 제한해 왔을까요?
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(2.) [47-50절] 솔로몬 왕이 하나님을 위해 성전을 지었지만, 하나님께서 그곳에 거하셨습니까(47-48절)? 이사야 66장 1-2절에 따르면, 하나님께서 손으로 지은 땅에 있는 집에는 왜 거하실 수 없습니까(49-50절)? 여러분의 손으로 지은, 여러분의 손으로 찬양받는, 여러분의 손에 있는 것 중에 하나님께서 거하실 곳이 있다고 생각하는 것은 무엇입니까? 하나님께서 거하시지 않는, 여러분이 짓고 있는 땅의 집은 무엇입니까?
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(3.) [51-53절] 하나님은 이 땅의 집 대신 이동식 장막을 택하셨습니다. 그분은 여전히 ​​우리의 귀와 생각과 마음, 그리고 순종하는 행동을 통해 이동식으로 거하십니다. 그분은 어떻게 이렇게 거하십니까(51-53절)? 성령께서 당신에게 말씀하시는 것을 당신은 어떻게 거부하는 대신 받아들여야 합니까? 하나님께서는 어떻게 당신의 법을 방해하는 대신 순종하라고 당신을 부르십니까?
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 9/27 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/28 (Sun) BLOOD DRIVE
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071 (Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh)
• 10/18 (Sat) JAMES life group at the Park’s home (Waxahachie)
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/25 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup
• 11/2 (Sun) DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS (turn clock one hour back) & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 11/23 (Sun) THANKSGIVING WORSHIP – COMMUNION
• 11/29 (Sat) THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
• 12/20 (Sat) CHRISTMAS FELLOWSHIP & GIFT-EXCHANGE
• 12/21 (Sun) CHRISTMAS WORSHIP – COMMUNION

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [09/28] Deaconess Kris Miyoon Lee – *YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng – *CHILDREN
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Dr. Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

​*THANK YOU, BETHANY KOREAN CHURCH FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! – To celebrate together Hosanna’s 2nd Anniversary next week, our legacy mother-church (Bethany) will graciously donate to us a sacrificial financial gift this Sunday. Senior Pastor Haessal Jang sends words of kindness and the Lord’s encouragement, “Congratulations! I believe that God knows all the efforts you have made to build and strengthen the church and will surely bless you… we, from Bethany Church, would like to offer a contribution this Sunday to celebrate Hosanna Church's 2nd anniversary. It's not a large amount, but it is a heartfelt offering that our church has made to the best of its ability, so we hope you will use it well. I also heard that new officers have been appointed at Hosanna Church. I will be praying that you all work together to achieve beautiful things for the Lord. Once again, congratulations on your 2nd anniversary. Sincerely, Rev. Dr. Haessal Jang.” Thank you to Pastor Jang and all the Bethany Korean prayer warriors who do not cease to support, partner with, sacrifice, and bless Hosanna into its next chapter! Praise be to God for Bethany’s continued faithfulness to God’s Kingdom work with the spiritual leadership of Pastor Jang. Let’s continue to pray and support one another in the bond of Christ’s love and peace, Amen? Amen.

​*HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY (9/18) to brother Tyler Lee & Christian Education Head Pastor Rev. Sooyoung Song! – We celebrate and love you in the Lord! Bless them with your prayerful hearts as you see them!
 
*CONGRATULATIONS to the GEE FAMILY on PREGNANCY! – The Gee family shared last week with us all how they are thrilled by God’s provision of life. There’s about to be a new Gee in our midst! Let us pray for this child to be delivered well by the sovereign hand of our life-giving God, grow in the wisdom, stature, and favor of the Lord Jesus Christ!
 
*CONGRATULATIONS to DEACONESS GLORIA GEE on being elected PTA PRESIDENT! – Bethany children’s ministry k-5th, shepherded by Minister Sewon Cho, has elected Deaconess Gloria to the presidency of the PTA (Parent-Teacher Association). May the Lord continue to strong bridges between Hosanna and Bethany as we, together, invest in the spiritual nurture of the children’s ministry! 

*A BLESSED JAMES life group GATHERING! – Pray for our JAMES families as they journey a study on growing godly family relationships, shepherded by Deacon Chong Choe. Join us!
 
*PRAY for TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING starting tomorrow at First Presbyterian Church of Amarillo, TX (Friday to Saturday) – ECO Pastors and Elders of the Texas Presbytery will gather in Amarillo for their annual time of fellowship, teaching, and business meeting. Pray for these humble and Christlike spiritual leaders of our denominational family. Pastor Chester could not be in attendance this year.
 
*DEADLINE THIS SUNDAY (9/21) – REGISTER NOW for the HOSANNA FALL RETREAT “LIFT UP YOUR EYES!” by this Sunday!!!!! – Register online here by this Sunday. You can zelle the retreat fee to the hosanna email: hosannapc@outlook.com. $60 per adult/$20 per child. $30 per staff/$10 per child of staff. This will greatly help the Deacons prepare scheduling, lodging, and food. Thank you!
 
*NEXT SUNDAY (9/28) – MOBILE BLOOD DRIVE AT CHURCH, 9:00am-2:00pm – Our annual blood drive with Bethany Korean Church is here. There will be mobile blood-giving stations at church. Those who have healthy and able blood are encouraged to give between 9am to 2pm. *Remember to fast (no food) prior to giving blood. *You must sign-up at this website for a specific time slot prior to giving your blood – sign up at this link here.

*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun)! – "Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest." (JOHN 4:35). Through this blessed retreat on Columbus Day weekend, we hope to be encouraged to lift up our eyes and keep looking to Christ in all things, enduring faithfully in serving His great harvest that is ready right now! *Retreat will take place from Friday evening to Saturday evening at an Airbnb Ranch-style home in McKinney, and conclude at our church facility in Ezra Chapel on Sunday morning at 10:30am Sunday morning worship. Attendees are welcomed to stay at the Airbnb Friday evening until Sunday morning, or come-and-go as needed. *Keep these dates free and let’s not give up gathering together, all the more as the day of the Lord approaches!

• Date: 10/10 (Fri) to 10/12 (Sun)
• Retreat Fee: $60 per adult/$20 per child; $30 per staff member/$10 per child of staff member
• Register online here by this Sunday (9/21/2025)!
• Location: Ranch-style home at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071, McKinney, Texas (Airbnb, see pictures here), 16+ guests, 6 bedrooms, 13 beds, 4 baths) from Friday evening (10/10) to Saturday evening (10/11) – welcomed to stay until Sunday morning (10/12); Retreat concluding at our regular Sunday morning 10:30am worship service at the church facility (Ezra Chapel, 4020 Marchant Blvd)
• Theme: “Lift Up Your Eyes” (John 4:35)
• Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh, Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX. Rev. Brian Hsieh grew up in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. During his studies at the University of Florida, he had the opportunity to serve on campus, and help in the youth and children ministries at a local church. It was during this time that the Lord gave him a passion for full-time ministry, and upon graduating, he moved to Dallas to attend seminary at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he received the Master of Theology degree in 2011. From 2010-2020, Pastor Brian served as youth and then English Pastor at Plano Chinese Alliance Church. He joined the staff at Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church in 2022. Brian is married to Nelly, and together they have a daughter, Emery. Their hope and heart in serving in the Chinese church is that while language and culture may be the common ground that initially brings us together, it would be superseded by our new identity in Christ as believers. *Let us remember Pastor Brian in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.

 
*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• FOR HEALING: Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother; All Hosanna congregants suffering from various ailments: back pains, eye pains, fevers, body aches, allergies, cough, sinuses, and other illnesses
• PRAISES TO GOD FOR ANSWERED HEALINGS & ANSWERED PRAYERS: Director Rachel & Joseph’s healing from food poisoning; Nara’s mother’s leg bones that have healed significantly; Lord’s answer in overflowing joy for the Gee family’s pregnancy news
• FOR THE CHILDREN: All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• FOR STUDENTS IN COLLEGE/POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: In Dallas (Sophie Park, Joseph Ko, Rachel Ko, Eugene Hong, JJ Kim, Hogan Lee, Andy Kim, Unice Kim, Roi Lee); In Austin (Hannah Kim); In San Marcos (Hannah Lee); In Waco (Daniel Jang); In Lubbock (Angel Lee); In Rhode Island (Noah Cha); In Massachusetts (Sarah Kim); In Houston (Alex Koh – medicine, Aaron Lee – optometry)
• FOR PASTORAL ORDINATION: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen; Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• FOR FUTURE MINISTRY TEAMS & SERVANTS: Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team; 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders); *3rd Elder candidate – We trust that in God’s time and God’s way, the Lord will appoint and send to us His servant to help complete the required makeup of the Session of three Elders. We want to assure the congregation that the prayerful search will remain open year-round and once the candidate is identified, another election will held and the candidate installed accordingly. Let us pray for the one that God is calling. *Nominations for this office can be made known directly to any of the Elders.
• Families/individuals on break- for the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, and safe return from travels
• 2nd Anniversary Worship Service and special guest preacher Rev. Mark Story
• 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat and special guest preacher Rev. Brian Hsieh
• October/November Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)
• FOR OUR COUNTRY & THE WORLD: For the Lord’s peace to reign amidst the recent violence; for those suffering from wars and hunger, especially the little children and infants; for persecuted Christians & missionaries across the globe

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK –

• 9/20 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, JAMES life group. Continuing studies in “Family Relationships.” Join us!

• 9/21 (Sun) 2nd Anniversary Worship & Ordination/Installation of Officers: Elder Patrick Liu (re-installation); Nara Im Jeng (Elder); Jonathan Jeng (Deacon); Juhae Park (Deacon)
  • GUEST PREACHER – Rev. Mark Story, Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas
  • ANNIVERSARY GIFTS for the whole family – bookmarks & pens
  • *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria
  • *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Bean Sprout Mixed Rice (kongnameul bibimbap) at Gymnasium Cafeteria
  • *DESSERT MINISTRY – Korean Rice Cakes. Enjoy!

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 9/27 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, AGAPE life group. Continuing studies in “Ephesians.” Join us!
• 9/28 (Sun) BLOOD DRIVE at church, 9am to 2pm
• 9/28 (Sun) SESSION + DIACONATE gathering (retreat prep), 1:15pm at Corner Room

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) House of the Lord; (2) Son of Suffering

*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another!
“The Inaugural Address for the Kingdom of God” (LUKE 4:14-30).
 
(1.) Looking back to the last two years of Hosanna Church, what are some praises to God we can give for His glorious grace? Looking ahead into our third year of life as a church, what hopes, dreams, and visions is the holy Spirit stirring in your heart to have for Hosanna?
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(2.) [v.14-21] According to the words of Jesus as he read from the scroll of Isaiah chapter 61, what did Pastor Mark emphasize as Jesus’ inaugural address for the Kingdom of God? How could Jesus claim that He fulfilled all of those promises in their hearing? As Hosanna inaugurates another 3rd year of life, how is God desiring His Kingdom in heaven to come down more powerfully upon north Dallas on the earth through Hosanna? How is the Lord Jesus calling Hosanna to proclaim Christ as the fulfillment of the good news of the gospel – liberty, recovery, and the Lord’s favor?
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(3.) [v.22-30] Did the synagogue congregants at Nazareth accept Jesus’ message? How did they end up responding to Jesus when He claimed His message would only be accepted by those outside of Israel, just as the prophets were sent only to minister to those outside of Israel? How can Hosanna welcome and receive more of Jesus into the new year, especially those whom He seeks for outside our comfortable spheres of friendships and relationships?
 
 
[Korean translation] “하나님 나라의 창립 연설” (누가복음 4:14-30)
 
(1.) 호산나 교회의 지난 2년을 돌아보며, 하나님의 영광스러운 은혜에 대해 우리가 드릴 수 있는 찬양은 무엇입니까? 교회로서 3년차를 맞이하며, 성령께서 호산나를 위해 여러분의 마음에 어떤 소망과 꿈, 그리고 비전을 불어넣어 주시겠습니까?
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(2.) [14-21절] 예수님께서 이사야 61장을 읽으시면서 하신 말씀에 따르면, 마가 목사는 하나님 나라를 위한 예수님의 취임 연설에서 무엇을 강조했습니까? 예수님께서는 어떻게 그들이 듣는 가운데 그 모든 약속을 성취하셨다고 주장하실 수 있었습니까? 호산나가 인생의 3년을 시작하는 이 시대에, 하나님께서는 호산나를 통해 하늘나라가 이 땅의 북쪽 달라스에 더욱 강력하게 임하기를 바라시는 이유는 무엇입니까? 주 예수님께서는 어떻게 호산나를 부르시어 복음의 기쁜 소식, 곧 자유와 회복, 그리고 주님의 은혜의 성취로서 그리스도를 선포하고 계십니까?
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(3.) [22-30절] 나사렛 회당의 신자들은 예수님의 메시지를 받아들였습니까? 선지자들이 이스라엘 밖에 있는 사람들에게만 사역하도록 보냄을 받았듯이, 예수님께서 당신의 메시지는 이스라엘 밖에 있는 사람들에게만 받아들여질 것이라고 말씀하셨을 때, 그들은 어떻게 반응했습니까? 새해에 예수님을 더 많이, 특히 우리의 편안한 우정과 관계의 영역 밖에서 그분께서 찾으시는 사람들을 어떻게 호산나로 환영하고 받아들일 수 있을까요?
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION CELEBRATION (Guest Preacher: Rev. Mark Story, Highland Park Presbyterian Church) & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 9/27 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/28 (Sun) *NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) 1st GATHERING & BLOOD DRIVE
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071 (Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh)
• 10/18 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup
• 11/1 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 11/2 (Sun) DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS (turn clock one hour back)
• 11/15 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 11/23 (Sun) THANKSGIVING WORSHIP – COMMUNION
• 11/29 (Sat) THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
• 12/20 (Sat) CHRISTMAS FELLOWSHIP & GIFT-EXCHANGE
• 12/21 (Sun) CHRISTMAS WORSHIP – COMMUNION

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng – *CHILDREN
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

*THANK YOU, BETHANY KOREAN CHURCH FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! – To celebrate together Hosanna’s 2nd Anniversary next week, our legacy mother-church (Bethany) will graciously donate to us a sacrificial financial gift this Sunday. Senior Pastor Haessal Jang sends words of kindness and the Lord’s encouragement, “Congratulations! I believe that God knows all the efforts you have made to build and strengthen the church and will surely bless you… we, from Bethany Church, would like to offer a contribution this Sunday to celebrate Hosanna Church's 2nd anniversary. It's not a large amount, but it is a heartfelt offering that our church has made to the best of its ability, so we hope you will use it well. I also heard that new officers have been appointed at Hosanna Church. I will be praying that you all work together to achieve beautiful things for the Lord. Once again, congratulations on your 2nd anniversary. Sincerely, Rev. Dr. Haessal Jang.” Thank you to Pastor Jang and all the Bethany Korean prayer warriors who do not cease to support, partner with, sacrifice, and bless Hosanna into its next chapter! Praise be to God for Bethany’s continued faithfulness to God’s Kingdom work with the spiritual leadership of Pastor Jang. Let’s continue to pray and support one another in the bond of Christ’s love and peace, Amen? Amen.

*ELECTION RESULTS: ALL CANDIDATES HAVE PASSED THE 2/3RD MAJORITY THRESHOLD – Thank you to all those who prayerfully cast their ballots last week in-person and online. All candidates have passed in reaching or exceeding the majority “confidence” 2/3rd threshold. Through the voice of this congregation, the Lord has spoken and we give great praise to God for our soon-to-be Elders and Deacons. Whichever way we have voted, let us submit to the Lord’s will and His elected choice servants for His Church, supporting them to serve and lead us into the next chapter of Hosanna, Amen? The results are as follows:

• Candidate for Elder (re-election to 2nd term): Patrick Liu [passed]
• Candidate for Elder (1st term): Nara Im Jeng [passed]
• Candidate for Deacon (1st term): Jonathan Jeng [passed]
• Candidate for Deacon (1st term): Juhae Park [passed]

*The ballots were counted by Pastor Chester and verified twice by Elder Heather. Let us know if you have any questions.
 
*THIS SUNDAY (9/14) COVENANT STATEMENTS OF ACCEPTING ELECTION RESULTS AND ELECTED OFFICES BY PASSING CANDIDATES – This Sunday during announcement time, the candidates will give a short statement of their covenant to their offices through the voice of the congregation, entrusting the calling has come from God through the passing vote and will be kept faithfully to the end by God alone. This will be followed by taking the covenant vows for ordination and/or installation to office on 9/21. Let’s continue to pray for and support these elected servants of our Lord!

• Statement from Elder Patrick Liu (re-installation)
• Statement from Candidate Nara Im Jeng (ordination & installation to Elder, 1st term)
• Statement from Candidate Jonathan Jeng (ordination & installation to Deacon, 1st term)
• Statement from Candidate Juhae Park (ordination & installation to Deacon, 1st term)

​*REGISTER NOW FOR the HOSANNA FALL RETREAT “LIFT UP YOUR EYES!” BY 9/21 (Sunday)!!!!! – Register online here by 9/21/2025. You can zelle the retreat fee to the hosanna email: hosannapc@outlook.com. $60 per adult/$20 per child. $30 per staff/$10 per child of staff. This will greatly help the Deacons prepare scheduling, lodging, and food. Thank you!

*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK (Sunday, September 21st, 2025) – 2nd ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION! – Hosanna is already turning 2-years-old, and now beginning its third year of life. All glory and praise be to God! To mark this historic milestone, we have:

• *2nd ANNIVERSARY GIFT for the whole family – HOSANNA BOOKMARK & PEN! – We will have a small gift for all our church family from young to old – a 2nd Anniversary bookmark and pen. May we begin the 3rd year of life in Christ together by keeping our faces in the Book – holy Scripture – and keep this bookmark as we trek through chapter-by-chapter, verse-by-verse, mining the gold fields of God’s eternal Word. Use the pen to journal and write down the Word of God, your devotional thoughts, sermon notes, and words of encouragement in the Lord to one another. Through these small gifts, may God’s faithfulness to Hosanna for two of His faithful years be seared into our memories, and encourage us to press on ahead, knowing as the apostle Paul knew, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” (PHILIPPIANS 1:6). Amen!
• *SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER – Rev. Mark Story, Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas – Praise be to God for calling His servant to preach the Word on the special occasion of our 2nd Anniversary Worship Service! Pastor Mark has been a vital part of helping get Hosanna chartered into our denominational family as an official church, and has particularly done a lot of work in editing our bylaws. Rev. Mark Story grew up in San Angelo, Texas and has lived in Texas his whole life. He received an undergraduate degree in Political Science from Southern Methodist University and a J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law. Pastor Mark is a “second career” pastor, practicing law in Dallas for almost 25 years before becoming the Executive Director of Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas in 2004. He has been passionate about the ECO Presbyterian denomination from even before its official organization and Highland Park was among the first wave of churches to join. Pastor Mark served as Moderator of the ECO Presbytery in 2017 and currently is a member of the Ministry Partnership Team of the Presbytery. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Dubuque Theological Seminary and proudly became ordained as an ECO Pastor just as he was winding down his career as Executive Director of Highland Park. He continues to serve as an Assistant Pastor at Highland Park on a voluntary basis. Mark and his wife, Bettie, have two grown daughters and five grandchildren. *Let us remember Pastor Mark in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.
• *KOREAN RICE CAKE DESSERTS FOR THE WHOLE BETHANY-HOSANNA FAMILY! – We will be serving delicious Korean rice cakes as desserts to the entire Bethany-Hosanna family. Enjoy and serve one another!

 
*MOBILE BLOOD DRIVE AT CHURCH (9/28, Sunday, 9:00am-2:00pm) - Our annual blood drive with Bethany Korean Church is coming soon at the end of the month. There will be mobile blood-giving stations at church. Those who have healthy and able blood are encouraged to give between 9am to 2pm. *Remember to fast (no food) prior to giving blood. *You must sign-up at this website for a specific time slot prior to giving your blood – sign up at this link here.
 
*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun)! – "Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest." (JOHN 4:35). Through this blessed retreat on Columbus Day weekend, we hope to be encouraged to lift up our eyes and keep looking to Christ in all things, enduring faithfully in serving His great harvest that is ready right now! *Retreat will take place from Friday evening to Saturday evening at an Airbnb Ranch-style home in McKinney, and conclude at our church facility in Ezra Chapel on Sunday morning at 10:30am Sunday morning worship. Attendees are welcomed to stay at the Airbnb Friday evening until Sunday morning, or come-and-go as needed. *Keep these dates free and let’s not give up gathering together, all the more as the day of the Lord approaches!

• Date: 10/10 (Fri) to 10/12 (Sun)
• Retreat Fee: $60 per adult/$20 per child; $30 per staff member/$10 per child of staff member
• Register online here by 9/21/2025!
• Location: Ranch-style home at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071, McKinney, Texas (Airbnb, see pictures here), 16+ guests, 6 bedrooms, 13 beds, 4 baths) from Friday evening (10/10) to Saturday evening (10/11) – welcomed to stay until Sunday morning (10/12); Retreat concluding at our regular Sunday morning 10:30am worship service at the church facility (Ezra Chapel, 4020 Marchant Blvd)
• Theme: “Lift Up Your Eyes” (John 4:35)
• Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh, Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX. Rev. Brian Hsieh grew up in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. During his studies at the University of Florida, he had the opportunity to serve on campus, and help in the youth and children ministries at a local church. It was during this time that the Lord gave him a passion for full-time ministry, and upon graduating, he moved to Dallas to attend seminary at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he received the Master of Theology degree in 2011. From 2010-2020, Pastor Brian served as youth and then English Pastor at Plano Chinese Alliance Church. He joined the staff at Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church in 2022. Brian is married to Nelly, and together they have a daughter, Emery. Their hope and heart in serving in the Chinese church is that while language and culture may be the common ground that initially brings us together, it would be superseded by our new identity in Christ as believers. *Let us remember Pastor Brian in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.

 
*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• FOR HEALING: Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother; All Hosanna congregants suffering from various ailments: back pains, eye pains, fevers, body aches, allergies, cough, sinuses, and other illnesses
• PRAISES TO GOD FOR ANSWERED HEALINGS: Director Rachel & Joseph’s healing from food poisoning; Shepherd Nara Jeng’s mother’s leg bones that have healed significantly  
• FOR THE CHILDREN: All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• FOR STUDENTS IN COLLEGE/POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: In Dallas (Sophie Park, Joseph Ko, Rachel Ko, Eugene Hong, JJ Kim, Hogan Lee, Andy Kim, Unice Kim, Roi Lee); In Austin (Hannah Kim); In San Marcos (Hannah Lee); In Waco (Daniel Jang); In Lubbock (Angel Lee); In Rhode Island (Noah Cha); In Massachusetts (Sarah Kim); In Houston (Alex Koh – medicine, Aaron Lee – optometry)
• FOR PASTORAL ORDINATION: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen; Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• FOR FUTURE MINISTRY TEAMS & SERVANTS: Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team; 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders); *3rd Elder candidate – We trust that in God’s time and God’s way, the Lord will appoint and send to us His servant to help complete the required makeup of the Session of three Elders. We want to assure the congregation that the prayerful search will remain open year-round and once the candidate is identified, another election will held and the candidate installed accordingly. Let us pray for the one that God is calling. *Nominations for this office can be made known directly to any of the Elders.
• Families/individuals on break- for the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, and safe return from travels
• 2nd Anniversary Worship Service and special guest preacher Rev. Mark Story
• 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat and special guest preacher Rev. Brian Hsieh
• October/November Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)
• FOR OUR COUNTRY & THE WORLD: For the Lord’s peace to reign amidst the violence of this past week in Utah and Charlotte; for the families impacted by 9/11 as they grieve and remember; for those suffering from wars and hunger, especially the little children and infants; for persecuted Christians & missionaries across the globe

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK –

• 9/13 (Sat) 9:30am, Kitchen Food Prep Ministry. See Elder Heather to volunteer.
• 9/13 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, AGAPE life group. *Continuing studies in “Ephesians.” Join us!
• 9/14 (Sun) *Statements from Passing Candidates for Ordained Office: Elder Patrick Liu (re-installation); Nara Im Jeng (Elder); Jonathan Jeng (Deacon); Juhae Park (Deacon)
• 9/14 (Sun) *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria 

• 9/14 (Sun) *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Korean Curry Rice at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!
• 9/14 (Sun) *12:40pm, Kitchen Dishwashing Ministry. See Elder Heather to volunteer.
• 9/14 (Sun) *1:15pm, Staff gathering at Corner Conference Room

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 9/20 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, JAMES life group. Continuing studies in “Family Relationships.” Join us!
• 9/21 (Sun) 2nd Anniversary Worship & Ordination/Installation of Officers
  • GUEST PREACHER – Rev. Mark Story, Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas
  • ANNIVERSARY GIFTS for the whole family – bookmarks & pens
  • DESSERT MINISTRY – Korean Rice Cakes. Enjoy!
• 9/27 (Sun) BLOOD DRIVE at church, 9am to 2pm

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) Creator and Shout to the Lord chorus; (2) I Will Wait for You; (3) Where I’m Standing Now

*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another!
“Do Not Refuse the One that the Lord Sends to You” (ACTS 7:30-43).
 
(1.) [v.30-34] Deacon Stephen continues his sermon by putting the focus back on Moses, refuting the charge that he had been speaking against Moses or trying to change the customs of God’s law that Moses had delivered to them. Deacon Stephen’s exodus narrative reveals who the real rejectors of Moses were, for Moses was first rejected by their spiritual forefathers (the Israelites), whom they claimed to be aligned with. Likewise, by rejecting Moses, they were rejecting the greater prophet over Moses – Jesus Christ. How did God appear to Moses (v.30-33)? Out of seeing the affliction of His people, what did God promise to do (v.34)? How have you lost the sense of God’s holiness, keeping your sandals on instead of taking them off? Does Christ see all your afflictions? If God is the ultimate Deliverer of Egypt, why does He want to send you to your Egypt?
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(2.) [v.35-38] How was Moses mocked yet magnificently used by God (v.35-36)? How did Moses keep away from glorifying himself, pointing to a greater reality of a perfect Prophet and Deliverer (v.37)? What did Moses receive on Mount Sinai that showed the perfect holiness of God (v.38)? How is God magnificently doing His work through you despite the wilderness seasons? How is God raising up your life to point to the glory of His Son’s life? How has the holiness of God’s Word come alive to you, like the living oracles given to Moses?
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(3.) [v.39-43] Instead of obeying Moses, what did the forefathers do (v.39-41)? How did God respond to this refusal of the one He had sent (v.42-43)? When refusing to obey Christ, what “Egypt” do you turn to? Do you fear the judgment and discipline of refusing Christ?
 
 
[Korean translation] “주님께서 보내는 사람을 거절하지 말으리라” (사도행전 7:30-43)
 
(1.) [30-34절] 스데반 집사는 모세에게 다시 초점을 맞추며 설교를 이어갑니다. 모세가 모세를 거스르거나 모세가 그들에게 전한 하나님의 율법의 관습을 바꾸려 했다는 비난을 반박합니다. 스데반 집사의 출애굽 이야기는 모세를 진정으로 거부한 자들이 누구인지 보여줍니다. 모세는 먼저 그들의 영적 조상(이스라엘 백성)에게 거부당했고, 그들은 이스라엘 백성과 동조한다고 주장했습니다. 마찬가지로, 그들은 모세를 거부함으로써 모세보다 더 위대한 선지자, 예수 그리스도를 거부했습니다. 하나님은 모세에게 어떻게 나타나셨습니까(30-33절)? 하나님은 백성의 고통을 보시고 무엇을 하겠다고 약속하셨습니까(34절)? 당신은 어떻게 신발을 벗지 않고 계속 신음하며 하나님의 거룩하심을 잃어버렸습니까? 그리스도께서 당신의 모든 고통을 보고 계십니까? 하나님이 이집트의 궁극적인 구원자라면, 왜 당신을 이집트로 보내려 하십니까?
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(2.) [35-38절] 모세는 어떻게 조롱을 받았지만 하나님께는 얼마나 훌륭하게 쓰임받았습니까(35-36절)? 모세는 어떻게 자신을 영화롭게 하지 않고, 완전한 선지자이자 구원자이신 더 큰 실재를 가리켰습니까(37절)? 모세는 시내산에서 하나님의 완전한 거룩하심을 보여주는 무엇을 받았습니까(38절)? 하나님께서는 광야의 계절에도 불구하고 당신을 통해 어떻게 훌륭하게 당신의 사역을 행하고 계십니까? 하나님께서는 당신의 삶을 어떻게 일으켜 당신의 아들의 삶의 영광을 가리키고 계십니까? 하나님 말씀의 거룩함이 모세에게 주어진 살아있는 말씀처럼 당신에게 어떻게 살아났습니까?
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(3.) [39-43절] 모세에게 순종하는 대신, 조상들은 어떻게 했습니까(39-41절)? 하나님께서는 자신이 보내신 자를 거부하셨을 때 어떻게 반응하셨습니까(42-43절)? 당신은 그리스도께 순종하기를 거부할 때 어떤 "애굽"에 의지합니까? 그리스도를 거부하는 심판과 징계가 두렵습니까?
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 9/13 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION CELEBRATION (Guest Preacher: Rev. Mark Story, Highland Park Presbyterian Church) & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 9/28 (Sun) *NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) 1st GATHERING & BLOOD DRIVE
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071 (Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh)
• 10/18 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup
• 11/1 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 11/2 (Sun) DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS (turn clock one hour back)
• 11/15 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 11/23 (Sun) THANKSGIVING WORSHIP – COMMUNION
• 11/29 (Sat) THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
• 12/20 (Sat) CHRISTMAS FELLOWSHIP & GIFT-EXCHANGE
• 12/21 (Sun) CHRISTMAS WORSHIP – COMMUNION

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [09/13] Samuel Loh
• [09/18] Tyler Lee
• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng – *CHILDREN
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

​*2nd ANNIVERSARY GIFT – HOSANNA BOOKMARK & PEN! – Along with our special guest preacher Rev. Mark Story on our 2nd Anniversary Celebration Worship, we have a small gift for all our church family from young to old – a 2nd Anniversary bookmark and pen. May we begin the 3rd year of life in Christ together by keeping our faces in the Book – holy Scripture – and keep this bookmark as we trek through chapter-by-chapter, verse-by-verse, mining the gold fields of God’s eternal Word. Use the pen to journal and write down the Word of God, your devotional thoughts, sermon notes, and words of encouragement in the Lord to one another. Through these small gifts, may God’s faithfulness to Hosanna for two of His faithful years be seared into our memories, and encourage us to press on ahead, knowing as the apostle Paul knew, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” (PHILIPPIANS 1:6). Amen!

​*WHAT IS HOSANNA CURRENTLY STUDYING IN THE WORD OF GOD? – There is a lot of spiritual food being cooked-up every week here at Hosanna! God is giving us every opportunity to dive deep into holy Scripture and exponentially grow spiritually, for He alone and His Word alone gives the growth, Amen? No one is without excuse to not be growing, maturing, and conforming more into the likeness of Christ’s character. Let’s press on! Join in!

​*NOTICE: THIS SUNDAY (9/7) after-service CONGREGATIONAL MEETING FOR ELECTION! – After much prayer, praise be to God for selecting and calling His servants! The Session gives thanks to the Lord for all the nominees who have devoted time to pray, fast, and discern their nomination. All candidates are nominees who have prayerfully accepted their nomination, as well as been examined by Session for their qualifications for ordained office according to our bylaws, ECO’s Essential Tenets, and biblical standards. *Having approved and passed all the nominees into candidates, the Session now presents these updates and candidates to the congregation, to cast your vote of “confidence” or “no-confidence” for each candidate after-service 11:40am-12:00pm in the Choir Room. We ask all covenant partners to take this covenant responsibility seriously and prayerfully, and make every effort to be present on 9/7 (Sunday) to courageously cast your vote. A 2/3rd-majority is the passing threshold for these sacred offices. Familiarize yourself with the ballot, which will look like this:

​*2025-’26 OFFICER PROFILES – Get to know our 2025-’26 candidates for ordained office, as well as those renewing their covenant terms – hosannapc.org/officer-profiles. *They are also on the wallboard in the foyer outside the Chapel. Pray for these precious candidates and officers of the Lord’s Church!
 
*ENDING TOMORROW (9/5) – LAST DAY for EARLY ONLINE VOTING FOR ABSENTEES! – Your vote means so much to us! This is why the Session wants to make a way for those who are unable to attend the Congregational Election on 9/7 to vote online. *Online voting is only for those absentees who are unable to make it in-person on 9/7. Absentee online voting must be done EARLY between these dates: 8/31 (Sunday) to 9/5 (Friday) at the following secure webpage – hosannapc.org/vote-online. All ballots of online voters will remain strictly in confidentiality and anonymity. *After submission, a verification email will be sent to the online voter that their ballot was submitted correctly and received well, and will be part of the total vote count with the in-person ballots. We pray all our online voters can join in this historic vote as Hosanna turns the page into its 3rd year and chapter!

*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun)! – "Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest." (JOHN 4:35). Through this blessed retreat on Columbus Day weekend, we hope to be encouraged to lift up our eyes and keep looking to Christ in all things, enduring faithfully in serving His great harvest that is ready right now! *Retreat will take place from Friday evening to Saturday evening at an Airbnb Ranch-style home in McKinney, and conclude at our church facility in Ezra Chapel on Sunday morning at 10:30am Sunday morning worship. Attendees are welcomed to stay at the Airbnb Friday evening until Sunday morning, or come-and-go as needed. *See the Deacons for more details and to register for the retreat! Let’s not give up gathering together, all the more as the day of the Lord approaches!

• Date: 10/10 (Fri) to 10/12 (Sun)
• Retreat Fee: TBA
• Register: See the Deacons.
• Location: Ranch-style home at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071, McKinney, Texas (Airbnb, see pictures here), 16+ guests, 6 bedrooms, 13 beds, 4 baths) from Friday evening (10/10) to Saturday evening (10/11) – welcomed to stay until Sunday morning (10/12); Retreat concluding at our regular Sunday morning 10:30am worship service at the church facility (Ezra Chapel, 4020 Marchant Blvd)
• Theme: “Lift Up Your Eyes” (John 4:35)
• Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh, Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX. Rev. Brian Hsieh grew up in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. During his studies at the University of Florida, he had the opportunity to serve on campus, and help in the youth and children ministries at a local church. It was during this time that the Lord gave him a passion for full-time ministry, and upon graduating, he moved to Dallas to attend seminary at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he received the Master of Theology degree in 2011. From 2010-2020, Pastor Brian served as youth and then English Pastor at Plano Chinese Alliance Church. He joined the staff at Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church in 2022. Brian is married to Nelly, and together they have a daughter, Emery. Their hope and heart in serving in the Chinese church is that while language and culture may be the common ground that initially brings us together, it would be superseded by our new identity in Christ as believers. *Let us remember Pastor Brian in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.

*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• FOR HEALING: Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother; Shepherd Nara Jeng’s mother, for the Lord’s continued healing of her leg; All Hosanna congregants suffering from various ailments: back pains, eye pains, fevers, body aches, allergies, cough, sinuses
• FOR THE CHILDREN: All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• FOR STUDENTS IN COLLEGE/POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: In Dallas (Sophie Park, Joseph Ko, Rachel Ko, Eugene Hong, JJ Kim, Hogan Lee, Andy Kim, Unice Kim, Roi Lee); In Austin (Hannah Kim); In San Marcos (Hannah Lee); In Waco (Daniel Jang); In Lubbock (Angel Lee); In Rhode Island (Noah Cha); In Massachusetts (Sarah Kim); In Houston (Alex Koh – medicine, Aaron Lee – optometry)
• FOR PASTORAL ORDINATION: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen; Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• FOR FUTURE MINISTRY TEAMS & SERVANTS: Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team; 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders); *3rd Elder candidate – We trust that in God’s time and God’s way, the Lord will appoint and send to us His servant to help complete the required makeup of the Session of three Elders. We want to assure the congregation that the prayerful search will remain open year-round and once the candidate is identified, another election will be held and the candidate installed accordingly. Let us pray for the one that God is calling. *Nominations for this office can be made known directly to any of the Elders.
• A Families/individuals on break- for the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, and safe return from travels
• 2nd Anniversary Worship Service and special guest preacher Rev. Mark Story
• 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat and special guest preacher Rev. Brian Hsieh
• October/November Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK –

• 9/6 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, JAMES families life group. *Continuing studies on “Godly Family Relationships.” Join us!
• 9/7 (Sun) 11:40am-12:00pm, CONGREGATIONAL ELECTION at Choir Room
• 9/7 (Sun) *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria
• 9/7 (Sun) *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: TBA at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!
• 9/7 (Sun) *1:15pm, Hosanna STAFF gathering

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 9/13 (Sat) 9:30am, Kitchen Food Prep Ministry. See Elder Heather to volunteer.
• 9/13 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, AGAPE life group. *Continuing studies in “Ephesians.” Join us!
• 9/14 (Sun) Statements from Passing Candidates for Ordained Office.
• 9/14 (Sun) 12:40pm, Kitchen Dishwashing Ministry. See Elder Heather to volunteer.

*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) Strong to Save; (2) His Name is Jesus; (3) Christ the True and Better

*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another!
“Understand Jesus is the New and Greater Moses” (ACTS 7:17-29).
 
(1.) [v.17-19] Deacon Stephen had been accused of speaking against Moses, the law that God gave through Moses, and changing the customs of that law delivered to Moses. To refute this claim, Deacon Stephen’s sermon begins to focus on the One who is better and greater than Moses – Jesus Christ. What promise was drawing near (v.17; look back to verse 6-7)? Like the evil of King Herod in the days of Jesus, who arose as the evil in the days of Moses (v.18)? How was Pharaoh’s actions like King Herod who sought to find and kill Jesus as a child (v.19)? What promise of deliverance is Christ desiring to bring near to you that you have not been able to break free from for many years? What kind of evil has arisen in our day? How is Christ and the life He produces in both infants and the new birth through faith being threatened in our day?
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(2.) [v.20-22] Just as Jesus was a pleasure in Father God’s sight and was preserved from life-threatening danger, how did God take pleasure at the birth of Moses and protect the infant Moses (v.20-21)? Just as Jesus was “mighty in deed and word” (LUKE 24:19), what was Moses mighty in as he was raised in the wisdom of the Egyptians? (v.22)? The name “Moses” means “drawn from the water,” as Pharaoh’s daughter pulled Moses out of the Nile River, adopting him as her own son. How has Christ pulled you out of the waters of hopelessness and death, to adopt you into God’s covenant family as a child of God? What mighty words and deeds of the Lord Jesus is being instructed to you?
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(3.) [v.23-29] How did Moses’ attempt to save his own people by his own hand fail (v.23-29)? Unlike Moses, how did Jesus succeed in saving us by His own hand?
 
 
[Korean translation] “예수께서 새롭고 더 큰 모세이심을 깨달으리라” (사도행전 7:17-29)
 
(1.) [17-19절] 스데반 집사는 모세와 하나님께서 모세를 통해 주신 율법을 거스르고 모세에게 주어진 그 율법의 관습을 바꾸었다는 비난을 받았습니다. 이 주장을 반박하기 위해 스데반 집사의 설교는 모세보다 더 낫고 더 크신 분, 예수 그리스도께 초점을 맞추기 시작합니다. 어떤 약속이 다가오고 있었습니까(17절, 6-7절을 다시 보십시오)? 예수님 시대의 악으로 일어났던 헤롯 왕의 악과 같은 것입니까(18절). 파라오의 행동은 어린 예수님을 찾아 죽이려 했던 헤롯 왕과 어떻게 비슷했습니까(19절). 그리스도께서는 여러분이 오랫동안 깨뜨릴 수 없었던 어떤 구원의 약속을 여러분에게 가져오고자 하십니까? 우리 시대에는 어떤 종류의 악이 일어났습니까? 그리스도와 그분께서 유아와 믿음을 통한 거듭남을 통해 생산하시는 생명이 우리 시대에 어떻게 위협받고 있습니까?
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(2.) [20-22절] 예수님께서 하나님 아버지 보시기에 기쁨이 되셨고 생명을 위협하는 위험에서 보호받으셨던 것처럼, 하나님께서는 모세의 탄생을 어떻게 기뻐하시고 아기 모세를 보호하셨습니까(20-21절)? 예수님께서 “말과 행동에 능하신”(누가복음 24:19) 것처럼, 모세는 애굽 사람들의 지혜 가운데서 자라면서 어떤 면에서 능했습니까?(22절)? “모세”라는 이름은 “물에서 건져낸 것”을 의미합니다. 파라오의 딸이 모세를 나일 강에서 건져내어 자신의 아들로 삼았던 것처럼 말입니다. 그리스도께서는 어떻게 당신을 절망과 죽음의 물에서 건져내어 하나님의 언약의 가족으로 입양하여 하나님의 자녀로 삼으셨습니까? 주 예수님의 어떤 능하신 말씀과 행동이 당신에게 지시되고 있습니까?
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(3.) [23-29절] 모세가 자기 손으로 자기 백성을 구원하려던 시도는 어떻게 실패했습니까(23-29절)? 모세와 달리 예수님은 어떻게 자기 손으로 우리를 구원하시는 데 성공하셨습니까?
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 9/6 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 9/7 (Sun) ELECTORAL VOTE FOR OFFICER CANIDACY
• 9/13 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION CELEBRATION (Guest Preacher: Rev. Mark Story, Highland Park Presbyterian Church) & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 9/28 (Sun) *NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) 1st GATHERING
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/4 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071 (Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh)
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [09/07] Noah Cha – *COLLEGE
• [09/13] Samuel Loh
• [09/18] Tyler Lee
• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng – *CHILDREN
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

​*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (10/10-12 [Fri-Sun]) SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER – Rev. Brian Hsieh Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX – Praise be to God for calling His servant to preach the Word at our 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Fall Retreat! Rev. Brian Hsieh grew up in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. During his studies at the University of Florida, he had the opportunity to serve on campus, and help in the youth and children ministries at a local church. It was during this time that the Lord gave him a passion for full-time ministry, and upon graduating, he moved to Dallas to attend seminary at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he received the Master of Theology degree in 2011. From 2010-2020, Pastor Brian served as youth and then English Pastor at Plano Chinese Alliance Church. He joined the staff at Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church in 2022. Brian is married to Nelly, and together they have a daughter, Emery. Their hope and heart in serving in the Chinese church is that while language and culture may be the common ground that initially brings us together, it would be superseded by our new identity in Christ as believers. *Let us remember Pastor Brian in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.

*2nd ANNIVERSARY WORSHIP SERVICE (9/21 [Sun]) SPECIAL GUEST PREACHER – Rev. Mark Story, Assistant Pastor, Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas – Praise be to God for calling His servant to preach the Word on the special occasion of our 2nd Anniversary Worship Service! Pastor Mark has been a vital part of helping get Hosanna chartered into our denominational family as an official church, and has particularly done a lot of work in editing our bylaws. Rev. Mark Story grew up in San Angelo, Texas and has lived in Texas his whole life. He received an undergraduate degree in Political Science from Southern Methodist University and a J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law. Pastor Mark is a “second career” pastor, practicing law in Dallas for almost 25 years before becoming the Executive Director of Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas in 2004. He has been passionate about the ECO Presbyterian denomination from even before its official organization and Highland Park was among the first wave of churches to join. Pastor Mark served as Moderator of the ECO Presbytery in 2017 and currently is a member of the Ministry Partnership Team of the Presbytery. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Dubuque Theological Seminary and proudly became ordained as an ECO Pastor just as he was winding down his career as Executive Director of Highland Park. He continues to serve as an Assistant Pastor at Highland Park on a voluntary basis. Mark and his wife, Bettie, have two grown daughters and five grandchildren. *Let us remember Pastor Mark in our prayers and be ready to receive God’s Word through him.

​*FAREWELL TO BETHANY KOREAN PASTOR ISAIAH & MINISTER SUNNY AHN & FAMILY – This Sunday will be the last Sunday for our Bethany Korean Pastor Isaiah Lee, who served our elderly and directed the Korean choir, as well as Minister Sunny Ahn, who served the children’s ministry & Korean toddlers ministry. They will be moving to Seattle’s Hyungjae Church (Korean Community Church of Seattle) in Washington, as the new Pastor for Korean young adults and choir. Let us congratulate them and bless them on their way!

​*NOTICE: CONGREGATIONAL MEETING FOR ELECTION (Sunday after-service, 9/7)! – After much prayer, praise be to God for selecting and calling His servants! The Session gives thanks to the Lord for all the nominees who have devoted time to pray, fast, and discern their nomination. All candidates are nominees who have prayerfully accepted their nomination, as well as been examined by Session for their qualifications for ordained office according to our bylaws, ECO’s Essential Tenets, and biblical standards. *Having approved and passed all the nominees into candidates, the Session now presents these updates and candidates to the congregation for your two-week prayer period prior to the electoral vote on 9/7 (Sunday), to cast your vote of “confidence” or “no-confidence” for each candidate after-service 11:40am-12:00pm in the Choir Room. We ask all covenant partners to take this covenant responsibility seriously and prayerfully, and make every effort to be present on 9/7 (Sunday) to courageously cast your vote. A 2/3rd-majority is the passing threshold for these sacred offices. The 2025-’26 Officer Status Updates & Candidates are as follows:

• Elder Candidates for Election: Nara Im Jeng; Patrick Liu (re-election to 2nd term)
• Deacon Candidates for Election: Jonathan Jeng; Juhae Park
• Deacon Renewal (no re-election required): Chong Choe (2nd term); Gloria Gee (2nd term); Waywah Gee (2nd term)
• End-of-Office: Elder Heather Lee (to inactive Reserve Officer); Deacon Angela Jeon-Huh (transfer in good-standing)
• Reserve Officers: Hana Lee

 
*2025-’26 OFFICER PROFILES – Get to know our 2025-’26 candidates for ordained office, as well as those renewing their covenant terms – hosannapc.org/officer-profiles. *They are also on the wallboard in the foyer outside the Chapel. Pray for these precious candidates and officers of the Lord’s Church!
 
*EARLY ONLINE VOTING FOR ABSENTEES! – Your vote means so much to us! This is why the Session wants to make a way for those who are unable to attend the Congregational Election on 9/7 to vote online. *Online voting is only for those absentees who are unable to make it in-person on 9/7. Absentee online voting must be done EARLY between these dates: 8/31 (Sunday) to 9/5 (Friday) at the following secure webpage – hosannapc.org/vote-online. All ballots of online voters will remain strictly in confidentiality and anonymity. *After submission, a verification email will be sent to the online voter that their ballot was submitted correctly and received well, and will be part of the total vote count with the in-person ballots. We pray all our online voters can join in this historic vote as Hosanna turns the page into its 3rd year and chapter!

​*A BLESSED AGAPE young adults & families LIFE GROUP! – The AGAPE ministry is starting a new study on the book of Ephesians, led by co-shepherds Jonathan & Nara Jeng, every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month at Ezra Chapel, 4:30pm-7:30pm, starting with a potluck evening meal together. Join us!

*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun)! – "Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest." (JOHN 4:35). Through this blessed retreat on Columbus Day weekend, we hope to be encouraged to lift up our eyes and keep looking to Christ in all things, enduring faithfully in serving His great harvest that is ready right now! *Retreat will take place from Friday evening to Saturday evening at an Airbnb in McKinney, and conclude at our church facility in Ezra Chapel on Sunday morning at 10:30am Sunday morning worship. Attendees are welcomed to stay at the Airbnb Friday evening until Sunday morning, or come-and-go as needed. *Special Guest Preacher TBA. *See the Deacons for more details and to register for the retreat! Let’s not give up gathering together, all the more as the day of the Lord approaches!

• Date: 10/10 (Fri) to 10/12 (Sun)
• Location: Ranch-style home at 8786 County Road 167 McKinney, TX 75071, McKinney, Texas (Airbnb, see pictures here), 16+ guests, 6 bedrooms, 13 beds, 4 baths) from Friday evening (10/10) to Saturday evening (10/11) – welcomed to stay until Sunday morning (10/12); Retreat concluding at our regular Sunday morning 10:30am worship service at the church facility (Ezra Chapel, 4020 Marchant Blvd)
• Theme: “Lift Up Your Eyes” (John 4:35)
• Guest Preacher: Rev. Brian Hsieh, Associate Pastor, English Ministry of Collin County Chinese Fellowship Church, Plano, TX

 
*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• FOR HEALING: Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother; Shepherd Nara Jeng’s mother, for the Lord’s continued healing of her leg; All Hosanna congregants suffering from various ailments: back pains, eye pains, fevers, body aches, allergies, cough, and sinuses
• FOR THE CHILDREN: All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• FOR STUDENTS IN COLLEGE/POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: In Dallas (Sophie Park, Joseph Ko, Rachel Ko, Eugene Hong, JJ Kim, Hogan Lee, Andy Kim, Unice Kim, Roi Lee); In Austin (Hannah Kim); In San Marcos (Hannah Lee); In Waco (Daniel Jang); In Lubbock (Angel Lee); In Rhode Island (Noah Cha); In Massachusetts (Sarah Kim); In Houston (Alex Koh – medicine, Aaron Lee – optometry)
• FOR PASTORAL ORDINATION: Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen; Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• FOR FUTURE MINISTRY TEAMS & SERVANTS: Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team; 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders); *3rd Elder candidate – We trust that in God’s time and God’s way, the Lord will appoint and send to us His servant to help complete the required makeup of the Session of three Elders. We want to assure the congregation that the prayerful search will remain open year-round and once the candidate is identified, another election will be held and the candidate installed accordingly. Let us pray for the one that God is calling. *Nominations for this office can be made known directly to any of the Elders.
• Families/individuals on break- for the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, and safe return from travels
• 2nd Anniversary Worship Service and special guest preacher Rev. Mark Story
• 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat and special guest preacher Rev. Brian Hsieh
• October/November Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)
• The grieving families of the Minneapolis shooting, that took the lives of two precious children and injured several more. May our prayers bring the peace of God beyond understanding at this time of crisis, Amen.

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK & WEEKEND –

• 8/31 (Sun) *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria

*NOTICE: CONGREGATIONAL UPDATE & ELECTORAL MEETING (9/7) & 2025-’26 OFFICER STATUS UPDATES & CANDIDATES! – After much prayer, praise be to God for selecting and calling His servants! The Session give thanks to the Lord for all the nominees who have devoted time to pray, fast, and discern their nomination. All candidates are nominees who have prayerfully accepted their nomination, as well as been examined by Session for their qualifications for ordained office according to our bylaws, ECO’s Essential Tenets, and biblical standards. *Having approved and passed all the nominees into candidates, the Session now presents these updates and candidates to the congregation for your two-week prayer period prior to the electoral vote on 9/7 (Sunday), to caste your vote of “confidence” or “no-confidence” for each candidate. We ask all covenant partners to take this covenant responsibility seriously and prayerfully, and make every effort to be present on 9/7 (Sunday) to courageously cast your vote. A 2/3rd-majority is the passing threshold for these sacred offices. The 2025-’26 Officer Status Updates & Candidates are as follows:

• Elder Candidates for Election: Chong Choe; Nara Im Jeng; Patrick Liu (re-election to 2nd term)
• Deacon Candidates for Election: Jonathan Jeng; Juhae Im Park
• Deacon Renewal (no re-election required): Chong Choe (2nd term & Elder Candidate) ; Gloria Gee (2nd term); Waywah Gee (2nd term)
• End-of-Office: Elder Heather Lee (to inactive Reserve Officer); Deacon Angela Jeon-Huh (transfer in good-standing)
• Reserve Officers: Hana Lee

​*A BLESSED JAMES FAMILIES LIFE GROUP! – The JAMES ministry is advancing their studies on godly family relationships through different models of biblical families in Scripture. We learned at the last session from Noah’s family that lived out the WOW factor – Walk with God, Obey God, and Worship God. May all our family life be built around this center! Amen. Join us!

*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun)! – "Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest." (JOHN 4:35). Through this blessed retreat on Columbus Day weekend, we hope to be encouraged to lift up our eyes and keep looking to Christ in all things, enduring faithfully in serving His great harvest that is ready right now! *Retreat will take place from Friday evening to Saturday evening at an Airbnb in McKinney, and conclude at our church facility in Ezra Chapel on Sunday morning at 10:30am Sunday morning worship. Attendees are welcomed to stay at the Airbnb Friday evening until Sunday morning, or come-and-go as needed. *Special Guest Preacher TBA. *See the Deacons for more details and to register for the retreat! Let’s not give up gathering together, all the more as the day of the Lord approaches!

• Date: 10/10 (Fri) to 10/12 (Sun)
• Location: Ranch-style home, McKinney, Texas (Airbnb address TBA, 16+ guests, 6 bedrooms, 13 beds, 4 baths) from Friday evening (10/10) to Saturday evening (10/11) – welcomed to stay until Sunday morning (10/12); Retreat concluding at our regular Sunday morning 10:30am worship service at the church facility (Ezra Chapel, 4020 Marchant Blvd)
• Theme: “Lift Up Your Eyes” (John 4:35)

*ALL-CONGREGATION PRAYERS – As Scripture commands us, let us pray for one another, especially those who are sick/ill physically among us (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2) as well as special topics needing our attentive intercession.

• Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother
• Shepherd Nara Jeng’s mother, for the Lord’s continued healing of her leg
• All our Hosanna children to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord
• Minister Dr. Samantha Chao’s pastoral ordination journey – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen.
• Pastor Chester’s ordination mentee – Minister Dr. Will Zhao’s pastoral ordination to advance well in God’s grace and help
• Formation of our Hosanna Intercessory Prayer (HIP) Team
• 2025-’26 Candidates for Ordained Office (Deacons & Elders)
• Families/individuals on break- for the Lord’s protection, restoring strength, and safe return from travels
• 2025 “Lift Up Your Eyes” Hosanna Fall Retreat
• October/November Baptism candidates: Jason Ventura (adult believer’s baptism); Elena Ventura (covenant child baptism)

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK & WEEKEND –

• 8/24 (Sun) *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Mixed Rice (bibim-bap) at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!
• 8/24 (Sun) *2025-’26 Officer Announcements – Elder candidates: Chong Choe, Nara Im Jeng; Patrick Liu (2nd term); Deacon candidates: Jonathan Jeng, Juhae Park; Deacon Renewals: Gloria Gee (2nd term); Waywah Gee (2nd term); End-of-Office: Heather Lee

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 8/31 (Sun) 1:15pm, SESSION/ELDER BOARD gathering
• 9/1 (Mon) LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
• 9/6 (Sat) 4:30pm-7:30pm, JAMES families life group. *Continuing studies on “Godly Family Relationships.” Join us!
• 9/7 (Sun) 11:40am-12:00pm, CONGREGATIONAL UPDATE & ELECTION at Choir Room

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) Your Grace is Enough; (2) 10,000 Reasons; (3) Before the Throne of God Above
 
*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another! “Be Sojourners for an Eternal Land” (ACTS 7:1-8).
 
(1.) [v.1-3] At that time, the holy temple and promised land were the only places known for God’s presence appearing to His people. Yet, when and where did Deacon Stephen claim the God of glory appearing (v.2)? At that time, what did God command when He appeared (v.3)? Where has God’s glorious presence first appeared in my life, even before I ever realized it? How have I confined God’s appearing to my earthly “temple” and “land,” only realizing Him in a certain location, time, or circumstance? When I am in God’s glorious presence, what does He command me to do, just as He commanded to Abraham?
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(2.) [v.4-5] How did Abraham initially disobey God’s command to leave his homeland and his relatives to the land the Lord would show him (v.4)? When God finally moved Abraham out to His promised land, what did He not give him, and why (v.5)? How am I initially disobeying the Lord’s command to leave all behind and follow His only Son, the Lord Jesus Christ? How is God teaching me not to rely on outward evidences or proofs or conditions, but wholly trust in His ways for my life? How is God keeping me from making an idol out of His blessings and promises, such as a child for Abraham?
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(3.) [v.6-8] What did God purpose His people to be in His promised land – permanent citizens or temporary sojourners for an eternal life (v.6)? What was the covenant sign from the Lord to mark out His people, that He would be their God and they belonged to Him as His people? How am I living like a permanent resident on earth with a temporary citizenship in heaven, instead of a temporary residency on earth with a permanent home in heaven? What signs and marks do I have that I belong to creation instead of to Christ?
 
[Korean translation] “영원한 땅을 위하여 나그네 삶을 살아라” (사도행전 7:1-8)
 
(1.) [1-3절] 당시 하나님께서 그의 백성에게 나타나신 곳은 거룩한 성전과 약속의 땅뿐이었습니다. 그런데 스데반 집사는 언제 어디에서 영광의 하나님이 나타나셨다고 주장했습니까(2절)? 그때 하나님께서 나타나셨을 때 무엇을 명령하셨습니까(3절)? 하나님의 영광스러운 임재가 내 삶에서 처음 나타난 곳은 어디입니까? 내가 깨닫기도 전에 말입니다. 나는 어떻게 하나님의 임재를 내 땅의 "성전"과 "땅"에만 국한시키고, 특정한 장소, 시간, 또는 상황에서만 그분을 인식했습니까? 내가 하나님의 영광스러운 임재 안에 있을 때, 아브라함에게 명령하셨던 것처럼 나에게 무엇을 하라고 명령하십니까?
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(2.) [4-5절] 아브라함은 처음에 어떻게 고향과 친척들을 떠나 주님께서 보여주실 땅으로 가라는 하나님의 명령에 불순종했습니까(4절)? 하나님께서 마침내 아브라함을 약속의 땅으로 인도하셨을 때, 그에게 무엇을 주지 않으셨으며, 그 이유는 무엇입니까(5절)? 저는 처음에 모든 것을 버리고 그분의 독생자이신 주 예수 그리스도를 따르라는 주님의 명령에 어떻게 불순종하고 있습니까? 하나님께서는 어떻게 제게 외적인 증거나 조건들에 의지하지 않고 제 삶을 향한 그분의 길을 온전히 신뢰하도록 가르치고 있습니까? 하나님께서는 어떻게 제가 그분의 축복과 약속을 우상화하지 않도록, 예를 들어 아브라함에게 자녀를 주는 것과 같은 우상을 만들지 않도록 막고 계십니까?
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(3.) [6-8절] 하나님께서는 당신의 백성이 약속의 땅에서 어떤 존재가 되기를 원하셨습니까? 영원한 시민이 되기를 원하셨습니까, 아니면 영원한 생명을 위한 임시 거주자가 되기를 원하셨습니까(6절)? 주님께서 당신의 백성을 구별하기 위해 세우신 언약의 표징은 무엇이었습니까? 그분이 그들의 하나님이 되시고 그들이 그분의 백성으로서 그분께 속한다는 것을 나타내기 위해 주님께서 세우신 언약의 표징은 무엇이었습니까? 나는 어떻게 이 땅에서 영원한 거주민으로 하늘에 영원한 집을 갖는 대신, 하늘에 임시 시민권을 가진 영원한 거주자처럼 살고 있습니까? 내가 그리스도께 속하지 않고 창조물에 속한다는 것을 나타내는 어떤 표징과 표징이 있습니까?
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 8/23 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 8/24 (Sun) OFFICER CANDIDACY ANNOUNCEMENT
• 8/31 (Sun) SESSION/ELDER BOARD GATHERING
• 9/1 (Mon) LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
• 9/6 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 9/7 (Sun) ELECTORAL VOTE FOR OFFICER CANIDACY & DESSERT MINISTRY
• 9/13 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION CELEBRATION & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 9/28 (Sun) *NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) 1st GATHERING
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/4 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [09/07] Noah Cha – *COLLEGE
• [09/13] Samuel Loh
• [09/18] Tyler Lee
• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng – *CHILDREN
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

*2025 “LIFT UP YOUR EYES” (John 4:35) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT, 10/10-12 (Fri-Sun)! – "Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest." (JOHN 4:35). Through this blessed retreat on Columbus Day weekend, we hope to be encouraged to lift up our eyes and keep looking to Christ in all things, enduring faithfully in serving His great harvest that is ready right now! *Retreat will take place from Friday evening to Saturday evening at an Airbnb in McKinney, and conclude at our church facility in Ezra Chapel on Sunday morning at 10:30am Sunday morning worship. Attendees are welcomed to stay at the Airbnb Friday evening until Sunday morning, or come-and-go as needed. *Special Guest Preacher TBA. *See the Deacons for more details and to register for the retreat! Let’s not give up gathering together, all the more as the day of the Lord approaches!

• Date: 10/10 (Fri) to 10/12 (Sun)
• Location: McKinney, Texas (Airbnb address TBA (click link to see details), 16+ guests, 6 bedrooms, 13 beds, 4 baths) from Friday evening (10/10) to Saturday evening (10/11) – welcomed to stay until Sunday morning (10/12); Retreat concluding at our regular Sunday morning 10:30am worship service at the church facility (Ezra Chapel, 4020 Marchant Blvd)
• Theme: “Lift Up Your Eyes” (John 4:35)

 
*UPCOMING THIS WEEK & WEEKEND –

• 8/16 (Sat) JAMES families life group, 4:30pm-7:30pm at Ezra Chapel. Continuing studies on “Lessons on Godly Family Relationships” led by Deacon Chong. Join us!
• 8/17 (Sun) STAFF BREAK: Minister Samantha Chao
• 8/17 (Sun) PRAISE LEADERS: Director Rachel Ko (lead vocal) & Pastor Chester (guitar). *Thank you, Director Rachel Ko, for leading us in worship & praise this Sunday!
• 8/17 (Sun) *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria

• 8/17 (Sun) *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Chicken Porridge (dak-baeksuk-juk) at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!
• 8/17 (Sun) *1:00pm Kinder-5th grade PTA meeting with Minister Cho at Children’s Worship Room
• 8/17 (Sun) *1:15pm STAFF + SESSION gathering (annual review & encouragement)

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 8/23 (Sat) AGAPE young adults & families life group, 4:30pm-7:30pm at Ezra Chapel
• 8/24 (Sun) STAFF BREAK: Minister Samantha Chao
• 8/24 (Sun) Announcement of 2025-’26 Elder/Deacon Candidates

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) How Great Thou Art; (2) Here I Am to Worship; (3) Nothing But the Blood of Jesus
 
*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another! “Gaze into the Face of Deacon Stephen, the Face of An Angel” (ACTS 6:8-15).
 
(1.) [v.8-10] What was Deacon Stephen full of, and what did it cause him to do among the people (v.8)? When some prideful debaters of that day rose to dispute the gospel with Stephen, what could they not do (v.10)? Recalling who Deacon Stephen was and how he was chosen to serve the complaints of God’s people, how does my character in serving Christ influence the fullness of His grace and power in me, or the emptiness of His grace and power in me? When the gospel is debated and disputed today, how does the Spirit help me to speak with such irresistible wisdom that no one can argue with it?
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(2.) [v.11-14] Because the debaters could not win against Deacon Stephen, what tactic did they turn to (v.11-13)? What were they accusing Deacon Stephen of saying (v.14)? If I am truly filled with Christ’s grace and power and living as His wise diakonos (servant), should I be accepted in the world or opposed by the world? How is the holy Spirit giving me wisdom to speak truthfully, lovingly, and courageously to those who debate and dispute the gospel of Jesus Christ? Am I on the side of a debater against the gospel or a defender of the gospel? Like the debaters, how has one sin funneled down to committing many more sins in my life (bribery, lies, false witnesses)?
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(3.) [v.15] Why were they all gazing at the face of Deacon Stephen? In times of crisis, hardship, misunderstanding, etc. how does the holy Spirit make our face reflect the perfect peace, glory, and fearless trust in Christ alone?
 
[Korean translation] “스데반 집사의 얼굴을 주목하라, 천사의 얼굴과 같다” (사도행전 6:8-15)
 
(1.) [8-10절] 스데반 집사는 무엇으로 가득했으며, 그로 인해 백성 가운데서 무엇을 했습니까(8절)? 그 당시 교만한 논쟁자들이 일어나 스데반과 복음을 논쟁했을 때, 그들은 무엇을 할 수 없었습니까(10절)? 스데반 집사가 누구였고 어떻게 하나님 백성의 불평을 들어주기 위해 선택되었는지 생각해 볼 때, 그리스도를 섬기는 나의 성품은 내 안에 있는 그분의 은혜와 능력의 충만함에 어떤 영향을 미치는가, 아니면 내 안에 있는 그분의 은혜와 능력의 공허함에 어떤 영향을 미치는가? 오늘날 복음이 논쟁되고 논쟁될 때, 성령께서는 어떻게 아무도 반박할 수 없을 만큼 놀라운 지혜로 말하도록 나를 도우시는가?
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(2.) [11-14절] 논쟁하는 자들이 스데반 집사를 이기지 못하자, 그들은 어떤 전략을 썼습니까(11-13절)? 그들은 스데반 집사가 무슨 말을 했다고 비난했습니까(14절)? 내가 참으로 그리스도의 은혜와 능력으로 충만하여 그분의 지혜로운 종(diakonos)으로 산다면, 세상에서 받아들여져야 할까요, 아니면 세상의 반대를 받아야 할까요? 성령께서는 예수 그리스도의 복음을 놓고 논쟁하고 다투는 자들에게 진실하고 사랑으로, 그리고 용감하게 말할 수 있는 지혜를 어떻게 주시는 것입니까? 나는 복음에 반대하는 논쟁자 편에 서 있습니까, 아니면 복음을 옹호하는 편에 서 있습니까? 논쟁하는 자들처럼, 어떻게 한 가지 죄가 내 삶에서 더 많은 죄(뇌물, 거짓말, 거짓 증인)를 짓도록 유도했습니까?
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(3.) [15절] 왜 그들은 모두 스데반 집사의 얼굴을 바라보았습니까? 위기, 고난, 오해 등의 시기에 성령께서는 어떻게 우리의 얼굴에 완전한 평화와 영광, 그리고 오직 그리스도 안에서의 두려움 없는 신뢰를 나타내게 하십니까?
 
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 8/16 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 8/23 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 8/24 (Sun) OFFICER CANDIDACY ANNOUNCEMENT
• 8/31 (Sun) SESSION/ELDER BOARD GATHERING
• 9/1 (Mon) LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
• 9/6 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 9/7 (Sun) ELECTORAL VOTE FOR OFFICER CANIDACY & DESSERT MINISTRY
• 9/13 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION CELEBRATION & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 9/28 (Sun) *NEW ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) 1st GATHERING
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/4 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [08/18] Juhae Park
• [08/20] Hoon Park
• [09/07] Noah Cha – *COLLEGE
• [09/13] Samuel Loh
• [09/18] Tyler Lee
• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

*UPCOMING THIS SUNDAY: 8/10 (Sun) BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLESSING FOR CHILDREN & STUDENTS! There will be special gifts and a time to bless all the children, youth, and college going back to school, before dismissal time during worship. Parents, make sure to begin worship together with all your children and students this Sunday! Pray for these students as they continue to advance their educational journey with the Lord!
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*PRAYER FOR MINISTER SAMANTHA CHAO’S PASTORAL ORDINATION JOURNEY! – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen.
 
*PRAYER FOR THE ILL AND SICK – “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up… Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.” (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2). Scripture commands us to hold in prayer especially those who are ill and sick amongst us. *If you find yourself ill/sick or a family member or church family member, we encourage you to inform any of the Elders, Deacons, or Lay Servants so that we can lift one another up prayerfully as a healing and praying church! *From common allergies/colds to prolonged illnesses, may the healing touch of Jesus Christ reach us all so that He will receive the glory in healing us all! *Remember these precious souls and caregiving souls in our church family:

• Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother
• Shepherd Nara Jeng’s mother, for the Lord to fully put back in place the broken areas of her leg
• All our Hosanna children, to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord!

 
*HOSANNA INTERCESSORY PRAYER (HIP) TEAM! – Do you have a passion for prayer, collecting confidential and public prayer requests, and interceding prayerfully for one another and the mission of Hosanna Church? We are excited to create our first-ever HIP (Hosanna Intercessory Prayer) team – a group of prayer warriors who collect & organize prayer requests, are a constant stream of prayer before Father God, and meet occasionally to pray for the church. See Elder Patrick to join this vital ministry of Hosanna!

*UPCOMING THIS WEEK & WEEKEND –

• 8/9 (Sat) KITCHEN MINISTRY, 9:30am food prep. Servants needed! See Elder Heather to volunteer.
• 8/9 (Sat) AGAPE life group, 4:30pm-7:30pm at Ezra Chapel. Finishing our study into Psalm 119. Join us!
• 8/10 (Sun) BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLESSING FOR CHILDREN & STUDENTS
• 8/10 (Sun) OFFICER NOMINEE INVITATION DUE: Nominees can reply by email or to the Elders.
• 8/10 (Sun) STAFF BREAK: Director Trey Reynolds
• 8/10 (Sun) *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria
• 8/10 (Sun) *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: Spicy Mixed-Noodle (bibim-guksu) at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!
• 8/10 (Sun) *12:40pm KITCHEN MNISTRY: dishwashing. Thank you to all the kitchen ministers this weekend!
• 8/10 (Sun) STAFF + SESSION gathering, 1:15pm (annual review & encouragement)

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 8/16 (Sat) JAMES life group, 4:30pm-7:30pm at Ezra Chapel
• 8/17 (Sun) STAFF BREAK: Minister Samantha Chao

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) Build Your Kingdom Here; (2) Consuming Fire/Fall Afresh; (3) Holy Spirit Have Your Way
 
*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another! “Deacons: Servers of the Lord’s Table” (ACTS 6:1-7).
 
(1.) [v.1-2] When the disciples of Christ were increasing in number in those days, what arose to become such a problem that it reached the ears of the twelve apostles and made them consider giving up preaching the word of God (v.1-2)? In what ways have I raised complaints without serving to solve them? In what ways have my complaints hindered the ministry of prayer and preaching the Word of God? How can I move to solve complaints and grumblings arising in the church, rather than become part of them?
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(2.) [v.3-6] How did the apostles go about fixing the problem of oversight in the daily distribution to the widows (v.3-4)? What were the qualities they looked for in choosing the seven table-servers (v.3-5)? How did they dedicate them to this ministry (v.6)? What defines and qualifies a true servant (deacon) of God? Is God primarily looking for ways I can serve Him with my talented services, or who I am before Him in my Christlike character? In what ways can I focus on my character more than my complaints, charisma in giftings, or what I can or cannot contribute in serving the Lord?
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(3.) [v.7] What happened when the complaints were served and the apostles were able to fully devote themselves to the ministry of prayer and teaching the Word (v.7)? How can I help my spiritual leaders put their primary focus on the ministry of praying and teaching the Word of God to me and to others?
 
[Korean translation] “집사: 주님의 성찬을 섬기는 자들” (사도행전 6:1-7)
 
(1.) [1-2절] 그 당시 그리스도의 제자들이 점점 더 많아지자, 열두 사도의 귀에까지 들려 하나님의 말씀을 전하기를 포기하게 만들 정도로 심각한 문제가 무엇이었습니까(1-2절)? 나는 어떤 면에서 불평을 제기했지만, 그것을 해결하는 데 도움이 되지 않았습니까? 나의 불평이 어떤 면에서 기도와 하나님 말씀 전파 사역을 방해했습니까? 교회 안에서 일어나는 불평과 원망에 휘말리기보다는, 어떻게 그것을 해결하기 위해 움직일 수 있습니까?
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(2.) [3-6절] 사도들은 과부들에게 매일 나누어 주는 일에서 감독 문제를 어떻게 해결했습니까(3-4절)? 일곱 명의 시중드는 사람을 선택할 때 어떤 자질을 고려했습니까(3-5절)? 그들을 이 사역에 어떻게 헌신시켰습니까(6절)? 하나님의 참된 종(집사)을 정의하고 자격을 갖추는 것은 무엇입니까? 하나님께서는 내가 재능 있는 봉사로 그분을 섬길 수 있는 방법을 주로 찾으십니까, 아니면 그리스도와 같은 성품으로 그분 앞에서 어떤 사람인지를 주로 찾으십니까? 나는 어떻게 불평이나 은사의 카리스마, 또는 주님을 섬기는 데 기여할 수 있는 것과 할 수 없는 것보다 내 성품에 더 집중할 수 있습니까?
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(3.) [7절] 사도들의 불평이 해결되고 사도들이 기도와 말씀 가르치는 사역에 온전히 헌신할 수 있게 되었을 때 어떤 일이 일어났습니까(7절)? 영적 지도자들이 나와 다른 사람들에게 기도와 말씀 가르치는 사역에 주된 초점을 맞추도록 어떻게 도울 수 있습니까?
 
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 8/9 (Sat) KITCHEN MINISTRY & AGAPE life group
• 8/10 (Sun) BACK-TO-SCHOOL PRAYERFUL BLESSING & STAFF+SESSION gathering
• 8/16 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 8/23 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 8/24 (Sun) OFFICER CANDIDACY ANNOUNCEMENT
• 8/31 (Sun) SESSION/ELDER BOARD GATHERING
• 9/1 (Mon) LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
• 9/6 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 9/7 (Sun) ELECTORAL VOTE FOR OFFICER CANIDACY & DESSERT MINISTRY
• 9/13 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION CELEBRATION & DESSERTS MINISTRY
• 9/28 (Sun) ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) GATHERING
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/4 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
• 10/19 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• 10/26 (Sun) NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [08/18] Juhae Park
• [08/20] Hoon Park
• [09/07] Noah Cha – *COLLEGE
• [09/13] Samuel Loh
• [09/18] Tyler Lee
• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong
• [11/8] Eric Sung
• [11/13] Joseph Ko – *COLLEGE
• [11/13] Hanna Park
• [11/14] Emma Jeng
• [12/5] Winnie Kim
• [12/13] Aiden Song
• [12/15] Kate Choe
• [12/15] Minister Samantha Chao
• [12/16] Jason Ventura

​*A BLESSED AGAPE LIFE GROUP GATHERING! – Praise be to God for our flourishing AGAPE families & young adults!! Thank you for sharing your lives in Christ to one another! Join our Hosanna AGAPE life group, every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month from 4:30pm-7:30pm at Ezra Chapel, as they continue their studies on “Psalm 119” led by co-shepherds Jonathan & Nara Jeng.
 
*PRAYER FOR MINISTER SAMANTHA CHAO’S PASTORAL ORDINATION JOURNEY! – Minister Chao is currently in the phase of discerning and beginning the journey to Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denominational family (ECO) – a Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. Pray for this important season of discernment and may the Lord add unto her all the equipment she needs to fulfill her calling for the Lord’s Church and Kingdom! Amen.

*SAFE RETURN FROM PASTORAL BREAK – Pastor and family have returned safely to Dallas after a brief break, reflection, and restoration period in the Houston area. They are thankful to the Lord and to the Hosanna congregation for the gracious break time.
 
*PRAYER FOR THE ILL AND SICK – “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up… Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.” (JAMES 5:14-15; 3 JOHN 1:2). Scripture commands us to hold in prayer especially those who are ill and sick amongst us. *If you find yourself ill/sick or a family member or church family member, we encourage you to inform any of the Elders, Deacons, or Lay Servants so that we can lift one another up prayerfully as a healing and praying church! *From common allergies/colds to prolonged illnesses, may the healing touch of Jesus Christ reach us all so that He will receive the glory in healing us all! *Remember these precious souls and caregiving souls in our church family:

• Sister Miki Krief’s mother (Deaconess Hwa-Ja Kang), for the Lord to strengthen her elderly health condition and for Miki’s continued godly oversight and care for her mother
• Shepherd Nara Jeng’s mother, for the Lord to fully put back in place the broken areas of her leg
• All our Hosanna children, to grow in health, stature, wisdom, and the favor of the Lord!

 
*HOSANNA INTERCESSORY PRAYER (HIP) TEAM! – Do you have a passion for prayer, collecting confidential and public prayer requests, and interceding prayerfully for one another and the mission of Hosanna Church? We are excited to create our first-ever HIP (Hosanna Intercessory Prayer) team – a group of prayer warriors who collect & organize prayer requests, are a constant stream of prayer before Father God, and meet occasionally to pray for the church. See Elder Patrick to join this vital ministry of Hosanna!
 
*THIS SUNDAY (8/3) –

• *DESSERTS MINISTRY (during lunch) – Cake & Watermelon. The Gee’s will provide and serve in view of Deacon Gloria & sister Melanie’s birthday weekend. Happy birthday to Mynee & Deacon Gloria!
• *12:00pm after-service BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS at Gymnasium Cafeteria (group# at end of bulletin notepage. Let us do our best to participate!)
• *12:00pm FREE LUNCH: menu TBA at Gymnasium Cafeteria. Enjoy!
• *1:15pm STAFF + SESSION gathering (annual review & encouragement)

 
*UPCOMING NEXT WEEK –

• 8/9 (Sat-Sun) KITCHEN MINISTRY, 9:30am food prep & 12:40pm dishwash. Servants needed! See Elder Heather to volunteer.
• 8/9 (Sat) AGAPE life group, 4:30pm-7:30pm at Ezra Chapel
• 8/10 (Sun) BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLESSING FOR CHILDREN & STUDENTS
• 8/10 (Sun) STAFF + SESSION gathering, 1:15pm (annual review & encouragement)

 
*PRAISE SONGS for this SUNDAY! – Practice them and be ready to sing them on Sunday morning. Praise on, brothers and sisters! (1) Whom Shall I Fear; (2) His Name is Jesus; (3) The Cause of Christ
 
*THIS SUNDAY’S BREAKOUT DISCUSSION GROUPS after-service in the gymnasium cafeteria – This Sunday, spend some time in your group tables and share the life of the preached Word. Pre-read, think through, and share this spiritual food in discussion with one another! “Rejoice that You are Counted Worthy to Suffer Dishonor for His Name” (ACTS 5:34-42).
 
(1.) [v.34-37] How did Gamaliel – a respected teacher of the law and spiritual leader of that day – stand up against the rage and desire to kill the apostles by the temple leaders, and what example did he give for the temple leaders to consider? How has the holy Spirit stood up against my moments of rage or anger, and how has He brought calm and gentleness to bring me back to my senses? What are some examples in my own life that have brought damage, dispersion, and destruction due to uncontrolled rage and anger that was acted upon without a sound mind in Christ? How much more different is Jesus to me than Theudas or Judas the Galilean, both who came to be nothing?
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(2.) [v.38-39] What was Gamaliel’s advice to the temple leaders in asking them to leave the apostles alone? How have I known a plan in my life has been the undertaking of my own invention or the movement of the plan of God? How have I been found opposing God instead of submitting to Him? How have I been found passive towards God instead of active on His mission?
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(3.) [v.40-42] What did the temple leaders do before they released the apostles (v.40)? Yet, with what heart, mind, and action did the apostles leave their presence (v.41-42)? Even in dishonor and my suffering, how can I rejoice?
 
[Korean translation] “그 이름을 위하여 능욕 받는 일에 합당한 자로 여기심을 기뻐하라”(사도행전 5:34-42)
(1.) [34-37절] 당시 존경받는 율법 교사이자 영적 지도자였던 가말리엘은 성전 지도자들의 사도들을 죽이려는 분노와 욕망에 어떻게 맞섰으며, 성전 지도자들에게 어떤 본보기를 보였습니까? 성령께서는 제가 분노하거나 격노할 때 어떻게 맞서셨으며, 어떻게 저를 제정신으로 돌아오게 하기 위해 고요함과 온유함을 주셨습니까? 그리스도 안에서 건전한 정신 없이 행한 억제되지 않은 분노와 분노로 인해 제 삶에서 피해와 분열, 파괴를 가져온 사례는 무엇이었습니까? 예수님은 본래 아무것도 아니었던 드다나 갈릴리 사람 유다와 저에게 얼마나 더 다른 분이십니까?
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(2.) [38-39절] 가말리엘이 성전 지도자들에게 사도들을 내버려 두라고 권고할 때 한 조언은 무엇이었습니까? 제 삶의 계획이 제가 스스로 만들어낸 것인지, 아니면 하나님의 계획의 움직임인지 어떻게 알 수 있었습니까? 제가 하나님께 복종하기보다는 대적하는 모습을 어떻게 발견했습니까? 제가 하나님의 사명에 적극적으로 참여하기보다는 하나님께 수동적인 모습을 어떻게 발견했습니까?
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(3.) [40-42절] 성전 지도자들은 사도들을 풀어주기 전에 무엇을 했나요(40절)? 그런데 사도들은 어떤 마음과 생각과 행동으로 성전을 떠났나요(41-42절)? 불명예와 고통 속에서도 어떻게 기뻐할 수 있을까요?
 
 
*UPCOMING (*notice some dates may have changed) –

• 8/3 (Sun) DESSERT MINISTRY & STAFF+SESSION gathering
• 8/9 (Sat) KITCHEN MINISTRY & AGAPE life group
• 8/10 (Sun) BACK-TO-SCHOOL PRAYERFUL BLESSING & STAFF+SESSION gathering
• 8/16 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 8/23 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 8/24 (Sun) OFFICER CANDIDACY ANNOUNCEMENT
• 8/31 (Sun) SESSION/ELDER BOARD GATHERING
• 9/1 (Mon) LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
• 9/6 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 9/7 (Sun) ELECTORAL VOTE FOR OFFICER CANIDACY & DESSERT MINISTRY
• 9/13 (Sat) AGAPE life group
• 9/19-20 (Fri-Sat) TEXAS PRESBYTERY GATHERING (First Presbyterian Church, Amarillo)
• 9/20 (Sat) JAMES life group
• *9/21 (Sun) 2nd ANNIVERSARY, OFFICER ORDINATION & CELEBRATION!
• 9/28 (Sun) ORDAINED OFFICERS (Elders+Deacons) GATHERING & NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *OCTOBER tba: PREP & SERVE Bethany+Hosanna Lunch & Desserts
• 10/4 (Sat) JAMES life group
• 10/5 (Sun) DESSERTS ministry & NEW OFFICER TRAINING
• *10/10-12 (Fri-Sun) HOSANNA FALL RETREAT (Columbus Day Holiday Weekend) in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
• *NOVEMBER: Tables/Chairs monthly setup/cleanup

 
 
*UPCOMING HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM OUR HOSANNA FAMILY! We celebrate you and love you in Christ so much! (*Let us know if we missed your birthday! We sincerely apologize) –

• [07/31] Eugene Hong – *COLLEGE
• [08/02] Melanie Gee – *CHILDREN
• [08/03] Deaconess Gloria Gee
• [08/18] Juhae Park
• [08/20] Hoon Park
• [09/07] Noah Cha – *COLLEGE
• [09/13] Samuel Loh
• [09/18] Tyler Lee
• [09/25] Hannah Lee – *COLLEGE
• [09/25] James Han
• [09/28] Hannah Kim – *COLLEGE
• [10/04] Daniel An – *COLLEGE
• [10/07] Deacon Chong Choe
• [10/18] Irene Park – *CHILDREN
• [10/26] Stacy Hong

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