"Church family, I encourage you to remember amidst everything happening around us, we are on the winning side . . ."

September, 2025

Dear Beloved FBC Family:

Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

I pray that once again this letter finds you and your families in peace, joy, and abundant hope as we step into the month of September, which is often thought of as a time of new beginnings. The crispness in the air, the busyness of preparations for the school year, and the fresh anticipation of what God has in store remind us that the Spirit of renewal is all around us. As Isaiah 43:19 declares, "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." Let us welcome this new season with hearts wide open, expectant for the mighty works our Lord will accomplish among us and through us.  

For many, September marks "back-to-school" season—a time of learning, growth, and opportunities. Not just for students and educators, but for every follower of Christ, it is also a reminder to renew our commitment to seek wisdom and understanding in God’s Word. Proverbs 9:10 reminds us, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." Wherever we are in life, let us continue sitting at the feet of Jesus, growing in grace and truth.  

There is so much happening at our church . . . please visit our website to get involved. There is something for everyone!

I am overjoyed to announce that once again, we will be blessed by the presence and ministry of Bishop Nesbitt and his team at the end of this month. What a gift to have them back with us! Their anointed teaching and profound love for the body of Christ will undoubtedly leave us encouraged, refreshed, and ready to take on the works to which God has called us. We are truly bound together with an unbreakable bond through the love of Christ. As Romans 8:38–39 reminds us, "For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth . . . will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Let us stand strong in this enduring love, supporting and lifting each other up as one family in faith.  

As a friendly reminder, Sunday, the 14th, will be a very special day here at FBC! We will be hosting a "Fellowship Explosion"—a day filled with games, a picnic, and an incredible time of worship, including a powerful and uplifting Word that will stir and lift our spirits. Please feel free to invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join us for this exciting day. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate, connect, and be super blessed! We want to kickstart this new season with an unforgettable spiritual blast. Be there to be blessed, you simply can’t afford to miss it!

I am also excited to share that our GriefShare Ministry is back this season! We know that many in our community are navigating seasons of loss, heartache, and questions. Whether it's the pain of losing a loved one, the heartbreak of life's trials, or the uncertainty of a changing road, the Lord desires to heal the brokenhearted. We are here to walk alongside every grieving heart, bearing one another’s burdens, as Galatians 6:2 encourages: "Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." If you or someone you know could benefit from this ministry, please don't hesitate to reach out.  

And there's more! To close this month on a high note, we will be blessed by the presence of The Maranatha Band from La Romana, DR, on September 28, at 6pm. What a joyous celebration it will be! Let us come together to worship with hearts ablaze, ready to declare the greatness of our God. Psalm 150:4 reminds us, "Praise Him with timbrel and dancing, praise Him with the strings and pipe." Let us come expecting to be ushered even deeper into the presence of the Lord through the sweet sound of worship.  

Family, here is a fun fact: Sunday, September 14th, is Grandparents’ Day! If you are blessed to be a grandparent, we want to take a moment to celebrate you. Congratulations to all the grandparents at FBC Wallingford! You’ve paved the way for future generations, and we are so grateful for the wisdom, love, and legacy you share. We love and appreciate you!

Church family, I encourage you to remember amidst everything happening around us, we are on the winning side. No matter the challenges we face—whether in our homes, our communities, or the world at large—Jesus has already secured victory. We are "a peculiar people" (1 Peter 2:9), chosen to shine as the light in the darkness. And as we march forward, remember, each of you is "the apple of God’s eye" (Zechariah 2:8). Even in the midst of trials, He lovingly watches over you, protects you, and holds you in the palm of His hand.  

As we walk this journey together, let us submit our plans to Him and trust in His perfect ways. Remember the words of Proverbs 3:5–6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight."

May this season of new beginnings fill you with hope, joy, and an ever-deepening awareness of God's extraordinary love for you. Let us remain humble, yet bold, knowing that we are working for His glory and kingdom.  

In Him and For Him,  

Lubin Beaucejour

Senior Pastor, FBC Wallingford