January 30, 2026
Special Night of Worship
Sunday, February 1 at 6:30pm – A Night of Prayer and Anointing
ETCH 1st Wednesday
February 4 from 6-8pm
This night will include a meal, multi-generational family activities and age specific breakouts. Everyone is invited!
ETCH Electives
Wednesday, February 11, 6:30-8pm
We are launching Conversations. Led by Pastors Dan and Josh, this new gathering is all about seeking biblical answers to real-world questions in an environment of grace. No arguments, no agendas—just open dialogue and a shared desire to understand our world better through the lens of scripture.
ECC Kids Wednesday Nights is designed to help our children (Pre-K Through 6th Grade) learn about Christ. There are activities, games & bible learning.
“Above & Beyond with God” – Building Capacity for People and Ministry
Sunday, February 8 immediately following the service
Join us for an informational meeting to share the details of the Vision, the Situation, and the Challenge to the congregation for our building expansion campaign. In addition to the presentation, there will be time for questions and discussion with the elders and the campaign team. We invite you to join us as we prayerfully seek the Lord through this project.
2025 Giving Statements
All statements have been emailed or mailed. If you have any questions, email Regina.hapner@eatoncommunitychurch.org or call the office, 937.456.5507.
Quarterly Financial Update
Below is a Rolling 12-Month Trend Report which uses the running total of the giving and expenses for the last 12 months plus a graph. This Trend Report and graph is presented to the congregation quarterly. Paper copies are available at the Welcome Center.
Forgiven to Forgive
As you’re bundled up and ready for worship this morning. We encourage you to grab a friend, or gather your family to engage in this sermon/video from Pastor Josh. In our time today, we will be going through the parable of the Unmerciful Servant, but along the way we’ll be asking questions and seeking to gain insight from those around us to best understand what Jesus is trying to say. So, before you get this video started, go and get someone to watch it with!
Blessings,
P. Josh
Matthew 18:21-35 NIV
[21] Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” [22] Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. [23] “Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. [24] As he began the settlement, a man who owed him ten thousand bags of gold was brought to him. [25] Since he was not able to pay, the master ordered that he and his wife and his children and all that he had be sold to repay the debt. [26] “At this the servant fell on his knees before him. ‘Be patient with me,’ he begged, ‘and I will pay back everything.’ [27] The servant’s master took pity on him, canceled the debt and let him go. [28] “But when that servant went out, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred silver coins. He grabbed him and began to choke him. ‘Pay back what you owe me!’ he demanded. [29] “His fellow servant fell to his knees and begged him, ‘Be patient with me, and I will pay it back.’ [30] “But he refused. Instead, he went off and had the man thrown into prison until he could pay the debt. [31] When the other servants saw what had happened, they were outraged and went and told their master everything that had happened. [32] “Then the master called the servant in. ‘You wicked servant,’ he said, ‘I canceled all that debt of yours because you begged me to. [33] Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant just as I had on you?’ [34] In anger his master handed him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should pay back all he owed. [35] “This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart.”
ALL SERVICE CANCELLED
Due to the snow and extreme cold temperatures, ECC will be cancelling all services on Sunday, January 25th (Adults, Youth and Children). Check back in the morning for a link to the sermon for this Sunday! Enjoy the snow, be safe, and please reach out to your church family if you’re in need of any assistance during this time. Blessings!
ECC STAFF
January 23, 2026
Weather Closing Information
If Sunday services or Etch is cancelled, notification will be made by:
- TV Channel 7-WHIO
- Text
- LifeShare
Ministry specific events or meetings will be decided by the chairperson or leader. Notice of cancellation of any events other than Sunday morning or Etch will be by Text or LifeShare.
ECC Students Snow Tubing at Valley’s Edge
Friday, January 30, 6-9:45pm
- Meet at ECC at 6pm. Return to ECC by 9:45pm. Cost: $15.
- Register on our website.
Special Night of Worship
Sunday, February 1 at 6:30pm – A Night of Prayer and Anointing
ETCH 1st Wednesday
February 4 from 6-8pm
This night will include a meal, multi-generational family activities and age specific breakouts. Everyone is invited!
Men’s Breakfast
Saturday, February 7, in Rm 101, 8-9am. Doors open at 7:30am.
Wesley Sage will be sharing the miraculous story of how God rescued him and saved not only his life, but also his soul.
“Above & Beyond with God” – Building Capacity for People and Ministry
Sunday, February 8 immediately following the service
Join us for an informational meeting to share the details of the Vision, the Situation, and the Challenge to the congregation for our building expansion campaign. In addition to the presentation, there will be time for questions and discussion with the elders and the campaign team. We invite you to join us as we prayerfully seek the Lord through this project.
2025 Giving Statements
All statements have been emailed or mailed this week. If you have any questions, email Regina.hapner@eatoncommunitychurch.org or call the office, 937.456.5507.
January 16, 2026
Membership Meeting
Sunday, January 18 immediately after the Worship Service
The purpose of this meeting is to approve the recommendation from the Elders to market for sale the west property of approximately 54 acres.
ETCH Electives
Wednesday, January 21, 6:30-8pm
- No Beyond Sunday
- Women’s Bible Study: 1st Peter – A Living Hope in Christ by Jen Wilkin (Contact dee.carver@eatoncommunitychurch.org if you are interested. We’ve already started but Ladies are still welcome. Book – $20)
- ECC Kids Wednesday Nights is designed to help our children (Pre-K Through 6th Grade) learn about Christ. There are activities, games & bible learning.
Beginning February 11:
Got questions? Let’s talk about them. This February we are launching Conversations. Led by Pastors Dan and Josh, this new gathering is all about seeking biblical answers to real-world questions in an environment of grace. No arguments, no agendas—just open dialogue and a shared desire to understand our world better through the lens of scripture. We’d love to see you there!
Special Night of Worship
Sunday, February 1 at 6:30pm – A Night of Prayer and Anointing
ECC Students
Challenge 2026 Parent/Student Info Meeting
Sunday, January 18 following the Service/Meeting in Rm 101
- Who: 8th-12th grade students for 2026-27 school year and students who graduate in 2026
- When: July 12-18, 2026
- Where: Kansas City, MO
- Cost: $650
- Deadline to register: March 22nd
January 9, 2026
Update about January 11 Worship Service
As mentioned last Sunday in our worship service, this Sunday, January 11, we will be sharing the vision, situation, and challenge for our building expansion campaign. This campaign, entitled “Above and Beyond,” will call us to enter a time of prayer, discernment, and commitment for this important building expansion project. Due to the sensitive nature of some of the details being shared, we will only livestream the first half of the worship service. The remainder of the service will be recorded, and a link will be sent out early next week for your viewing. We believe this decision helps us to best reflect our desire to present and handle this information with clarity and consistency.
Pastor Dan and ECC Elder Board
Membership Meeting
Sunday, January 18 immediately following service
The purpose of the meeting is to vote on the recommendation from the Elders to market for sale the west property of approximately 54 acres.
ETCH
ETCH Electives
Classes begin January 14 at 6:30pm
- Women’s Bible Study: 1st Peter – A Living Hope in Christ by Jen Wilkin (You may register at the table in the Gathering Area.) $20 for workbook.
- ECC Kids Wednesday Nights is designed to help our children (Pre-K Through 6th Grade) learn about Christ. There are activities, games & bible learning.
Men’s Winter WARship
Saturday, January 17, 5-8pm, Castine Church, 624 US 127, Arcanum
All men are invited for an evening of worship, prayer, and fellowship. Call 937-678-9945 to register or contact Bill Jennings.
Food Offering for The Common Good
Because of your generous giving, we were able to provide 1474 items to The Common Good Food Pantry!
January 2, 2026
Parents Night Out
Saturday, January 10, 3-7pm
Here’s a chance for our parents to enjoy a little break while the kids are having a night of Snow much fun! Registration is required and is open on our website. Space is limited.
Membership Meeting
Sunday, January 18 immediately following the service
The purpose of the meeting is to vote on the recommendation from the Elders to pursue the sale of the west property.
ETCH
No 1st Wednesday in January
ETCH Electives
Classes begin January 14 at 6:30pm
- Women’s Bible Study: 1st Peter – A Living Hope in Christ by Jen Wilkin (You may register at the table in the Gathering Area.)
- ECC Kids Wednesday Nights is designed to help our children (Pre-K Through 6th Grade) learn about Christ. There are activities, games & bible learning.
Men’s Winter WARship
Saturday, January 17, 5-8pm, Castine Church, 624 US 127, Arcanum
All men are invited for an evening of worship, prayer, and fellowship. Call 937-678-9945 to register or contact Bill Jennings.
December 24, 2025
End of Year Gifts to the Church
Today is the last day to give through SimpleGive. All other end-of-the year gifts need to be to the office by Monday, December 29th to be included in your 2025 giving statement. Please note, we now have a Building Expansion Designated Fund. Thank you for your generous living.
Parents Night Out
Saturday, January 10, 3-7pm
Here’s a chance for our parents to enjoy a little break while the kids are having a night of Snow much fun! Registration is required and is open on our website. Space is limited.
Membership Meeting
Sunday, January 18 immediately following the service
The purpose of the meeting is to vote on the recommendation from the Elders to pursue the sale of the west property.
December 19, 2025
Our Participatory Element Sunday is Communion.
End of Year Gifts to the Church
Please have all end-of-the-year gifts to the church by Sunday, December 28 (or SimpleGive by Wednesday, December 24) to be included on your 2025 Giving Statement. Please note, we now have a Building Expansion Designated Fund. Thank you for your generous living!
December 12, 2025
College/Career Group Game Night
Saturday, December 13, 6pm – ? in Rm 101
Young adults who are of college age or starting a career are invited to a fun game night gathering. Jeremy Schulz, Kira Duncan or Ethan Moles have more information.
Food Offering for The Common Good
Sunday, December 14
The participatory element of worship Sunday will be giving canned goods/nonperishable items to The Common Good. Please bring items to service with you.
End of Year Gifts to the Church
Please have all end-of-the-year gifts to the church by Sunday, December 28 (or SimpleGive by Wednesday, December 24) to be included on your 2025 Giving Statement. Please note, we now have a Building Expansion Designated Fund. Thank you for your generous living!
Update on the persecuted church in China
For those who were in groups praying for the persecuted church in China, here is an update from someone who ministered in China:
1. Pray for courage and endurance for believers and pastors who gather in secret, that they would stand firm in Christ despite pressure, surveillance, and intimidation.
2. Pray for protection and wisdom for house churches: that leaders would know when to meet, how to shepherd well, and how to navigate government restrictions with faithfulness and discernment.
3. Pray for gospel fruitfulness: that even in hardship, the Spirit would strengthen the church, draw many to Jesus, and use the witness of suffering believers to shine the light of Christ in dark places.
Two of the churches planted are doing very well, they are called “The Church of the Stone” which is now a 100-person outreach service and “The Church of Living Waters” with a 200-person seeker service.
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