The Rock Weekly – November 11, 2026

  • Worship & Prayer Tonight at 7pm – LH Prayer Room.
  • Happy Veterans Day. Thank you to all who served our country!

The Advent of God

Dear Rock Family,

Over the past weeks, we’ve explored different facets of rest and Sabbath. At the heart of Sabbath is an invitation to know and delight in God (Ezekiel 20:12; Isaiah 58:13–14). The God who saves us desires nearness with us, and that nearness grows as we come to know His story, His heart, and His ways.

Similarly, in our relationships, closeness grows as we hear someone’s story, discover what matters to them, and see their heart through their words and actions. There is always more to discover about someone we love.

So it is with Jesus. He is a Person to be known and loved, with a story that continually reveals greater depths of His heart and draws us near.

This Sunday, we’ll peer into that story of Jesus in one of its most powerful and concentrated passages: Philippians 2:5–11. We’ll behold the eternal Word in His divine glory, the incarnate Word revealing that glory through His humility and self-giving love even unto death on a cross, and the returning Word, the exalted Lord before whom every knee will bow. In these few verses, the grandeur of His story invites us to linger and meditate on the beauty of His incarnate life, in whom all the fullness of God dwells bodily (Colossians 2:9).

These three movements will also guide our forthcoming Advent Adoration nights of worship, as we gather to behold Jesus and respond together in worship.

With Advent season beginning in just a few weeks (November 29), this is a fitting time to turn our attention to Jesus. Advent is a season of anticipation, remembering His first coming and looking forward to His return.

My hope is that we’ll enter this season with a fresh hunger to know Jesus more and with hearts ready to delight in Him as we practice ‘Advent’ – actively waiting for His return.

Happy Veterans Day!  I look forward to being with you Sunday!
Pastor Matt

 

 

IMPORTANT SERVICE & WEEKLY INFORMATION:

WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORSHIP & PRAYER SERVICE  7:00pm *Children’s Ministry available*
Facebook Live:  https://www.facebook.com/rockchurchco
The Rock Online Livestream:  https://www.therock.org/live/

 

FOUNDATIONS CLASS – 6:00pm Wednesdays through 9/23
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99757846764?pwd=Tm8zQ0JQWk1xeHFBcEU5anNFN1l4dz09

 

YOUTH ~ ABIDE YOUTH (6th – 12th Grade) – WEDNESDAY NIGHT – 7:00pm
Invite a friend and come have a great time. If you have any questions, email jaden@therock.org

 

FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION – 1st & 3rd Saturday of each Month
https://www.therock.org/foodbank/
Email Lindy@therock.org if you would like to volunteer or have questions.

 

SUNDAY PRE-SERVICE PRAYER & COMMUNION – 8:15am
In the Lighthouse Prayer Room. All are welcome.

 

SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE – 9:45am  *In-Person & On-line*
           Facebook Live:  https://www.facebook.com/rockchurchco
The Rock Online Livestream:  https://www.therock.org/live/

 

OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE  Here are some ways you can partner with The Rock as you practice generosity – our regular tithe/giving, compassion help, missions, and our food bank.  Click on the following link or graphic.  www.therock.org/give

 

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