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Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next few days and weeks. Wednesday, May 27th, 6:00 pm Annual Community Fruit Basket Outreach - We will meet at Faith to deliver fruit baskets and pray for assigned neighborhoods. June 1-5 Youth Bible Conference - Our Youth Bible Conference is back, and this year we're studying the book of Galatians, Paul's powerful letter on grace and freedom in Christ. Each day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with lunch provided. Students from other churches are welcome, and the young at heart are invited too. Come spend a few days in the Word with us. Sunday, May 31st Camp Pearl Fellowship Sunday - Join us at Camp Pearl, 1132 Camp Pearl Rd, Reeves, LA for singing, celebrating, food, fun, and fellowship. We will meet in the chapel at 4:30 pm. A meal will be served in the diner at 6:00 pm. Meats and sides are provided. You bring the desserts, bread, or drinks.New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "You Have a Father" | Pastor Bart Leger Romans 8:12-17 Romans 8:12–17 answers one of the most personal questions in the Christian life: what kind of relationship do I have with God? In this message from Pastor Bart Leger, Paul shows us that the Spirit who lives in every believer is the Spirit of adoption, marking us as children of God, teaching us to call him “Abba, Father,” and making us joint heirs with Christ. Walk away with a clear truth: if you have the Spirit, you have a Father. Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe below to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox.Subscribe 📸 Follow us on , Facebook, and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 9:15 AM & 10:15 AM 6294 Tom Hebert Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70607 See you soon ☀️
May 26, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Weekly Update
Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next few days and weeks. Wednesday, May 27th, 6:00 pm Annual Community Fruit Basket Outreach - We will meet at Faith to deliver fruit baskets and pray for assigned neighborhoods. June 1-5 Youth Bible Conference - Our Youth Bible Conference is back, and this year we're studying the book of Galatians, Paul's powerful letter on grace and freedom in Christ.
Each day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with lunch provided. Students from other churches are welcome, and the young at heart are invited too. Come spend a few days in the Word with us. Sunday, May 31st Camp Pearl Fellowship Sunday - Join us at Camp Pearl, 1132 Camp Pearl Rd, Reeves, LA for singing, celebrating, food, fun, and fellowship. We will meet in the chapel at 4:30 pm. A meal will be served in the diner at 6:00 pm.
Meats and sides are provided. You bring the desserts, bread, or drinks.New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "You Have a Father"
| Pastor Bart Leger Romans 8:12-17 Romans 8:12–17 answers one of the most personal questions in the Christian life: what kind of relationship do I have with God? In this message from Pastor Bart Leger, Paul shows us that the Spirit who lives in every believer is the Spirit of adoption, marking us as children of God, teaching us to call him “Abba, Father,” and making us joint heirs with Christ. Walk away with a clear truth: if you have the Spirit, you have a Father. Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe below to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox.Subscribe 📸 Follow us on , Facebook, and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 9:15 AM & 10:15 AM
6294 Tom Hebert Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70607 See you soon ☀️
May 26, 2026 • 6 Minute Read
Move From Stress to Gratitude by Meditating on the Psalms
There's a kind of tiredness that comes from being scared for too long. It's the exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix. Watching the news makes it worse. The Psalms have been carrying people through this kind of stretch for thousands of years. They give us a pattern we can use when we don't know what to pray. The pattern is simple. We cry out to God about what's happening, and we hold onto hope because help is coming. Two moves. The first one tells the truth. The second one takes faith. Three kinds of seasons Walter Brueggemann, an Old Testament scholar, noticed something while he was studying the Psalms. He saw three different kinds of life moments showing up in them. He called them seasons of orientation, disorientation, and new orientation (Brueggemann, 1984). When life is in orientation, things are working. The bills are getting paid, and you can feel God's blessings. This is where we hope to spend most of our days. Then something breaks. Maybe a diagnosis comes back bad, or the job ends. We move into disorientation, where the ground we trusted is gone. This is what most of the Psalms are written from. After a long stretch of disorientation, we sometimes find our way to a different kind of solid ground. The crisis isn't always over. But we've learned something we couldn't have learned any other way. Brueggemann called this new orientation. It's a place of gratitude that has been through something. The Psalms walk us through all three. That's why they matter so much when life turns difficult. What the psalmist does When you read a psalm of lament, you'll see the writer doing something that might surprise you. They complain to God. Out loud. With specifics. They tell God what's wrong and why they feel forgotten. They don't dress it up. They don't pretend to have faith they don't have. They give God the situation as it stands. Then, somewhere in the middle of the psalm, something shifts. The writer remembers what God has done before. The remembering does something to the complaint. While it doesn't erase the pain. It puts the pain in perspective. By the end of the psalm, the writer is praising God. The problem hasn't gone away. He's praising because he's standing on what he remembered. This is the bridge from complaint to praise. We tell God what's wrong, and we let memory feed our hope. Psalm 13 Look at how this works in Psalm 13: "O LORD, how long will you forget me? Forever? How long will you look the other way? How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul, with sorrow in my heart every day? How long will my enemy have the upper hand? Turn and answer me, O LORD my God! Restore the sparkle to my eyes, or I will die. Don't let my enemies gloat, saying, 'We have defeated him!' Don't let them rejoice at my downfall. But I trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me. I will sing to the LORD because he is good to me." (NLT) The complaint is right there. He's been waiting. He's tired. Then comes the turn. "But I trust in your unfailing love." That's it. Seven words. The whole psalm pivots on that "but." The writer hasn't been rescued. The enemy is still there. He remembers what's true about God anyway, and that memory brings praise out of him. How to pray this way You don't have to wait for a perfect moment to pray like the psalmist. You can do it on the drive home from a tough meeting, or after the kids have gone to bed. Find a Psalm of lament. Psalm 13 is a good place to start. Read it slowly enough to let it tell you what kind of words you're allowed to say to God. Then make it personal. Find one verse that fits your complaint and make it your own. If the psalmist says, "How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul?" and that's exactly what you're feeling, say it. Pray it back to God. He already knows. Stay there as long as you need to. Some days, the lament is the prayer. Some examples might help. Say you're worried about a child who's pulled away from the family. You can take Psalm 13's "How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul" and pray it about your child. Make it specific. Tell God how long you've been waiting for them to come back, and what you've watched them go through. The psalmist's words take shape as your prayer for your specific situation. When you're ready, find a verse from later in the psalm that turns toward God. "But I trust in your unfailing love." Pray that one too. Mean it as much as you can. The same principle applies when you turn toward trust. "But I trust in your unfailing love" is the prayer of someone who knows that God has loved this child longer than they have. The situation may stay the same. What changes is who you're trusting in the middle of it. You may have to come back to this prayer all day. The fear comes back. The tough conversation comes back. Each time, you can do it again. Lament. Then trust. A word from Paul Paul wrote something to the Thessalonian church that fits here. He said: "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NLT) Notice the wording. Paul says to give thanks "in all circumstances," not "for all circumstances." There's a difference. You don't have to thank God that your friend is sick. You can thank Him in the middle of your friend's sickness for being there with you. The Psalms taught Paul this. They can teach us too. One more thing If you're feeling disoriented right now, I want you to hear something clearly. God is here. He hears you. The psalmist's confidence didn't depend on his circumstances. It rested on the character of the God he was praying to. That God hasn't changed. Tell Him what's happening. Tell him how scared you are. Then, when you can, remember. He has been faithful to His people for a long time. He'll be faithful to you.
May 26, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Pastoral Letter
Dear Faith Family, I've been thinking about you this week. Not about anything in particular, just about you. The faces I see on Sunday morning. The names I pray for during the week. The people God has given me the privilege of serving. I want you to know something. I'm grateful for you. I'm grateful for the ones who show up faithfully, week after week, even when life is busy and tiring. I'm grateful to those who serve faithfully. I'm grateful for the parents working hard to raise their kids in the Lord, and for the older saints whose prayers hold this church together more than any of us realize. I want to remind you of something simple today. God sees you. He sees the part of your life nobody else knows about. He sees the prayer you've been praying for years with no answer yet. He sees the loved one you're worried about. He sees the way you keep showing up for people, even when you're running on empty. He hasn't forgotten you. He never will. Hebrews 6:10 puts it plainly: "For God is not unjust to forget your work and labor of love which you have shown toward His name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and do minister." You're not invisible to Him. The small acts of love and faithfulness you've offered this week, the ones nobody else saw, were seen by the One who matters most. So keep going. Keep loving your family. Keep showing up for your friends. Keep serving in the place God has put you. Keep trusting Him with the things you can't fix. It's an honor to be your pastor. Blessings,
Pastor Leger
May 26, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Awana Kids Ministry Update
Thank You, Awana Parents What a year it's been. We just wrapped up another Awana year at Faith, and we want to start with a simple thank-you to every parent who trusted us with their kids this year. You handed them off to us week after week. You helped them learn their verses in the car, at the kitchen table, and probably a few times right before walking in the door. You showed up. That matters more than you know. Getting to spend time with your children has been a joy. We've watched them memorize Scripture, ask honest questions about God, and grow in ways only the Lord can grow a kid. None of it happens without you partnering with us, and we don't take that for granted. We're already praying about the year ahead. As soon as we have the dates for the new Awana year locked in, we'll get those to you so you can mark your calendars. Until then, enjoy your summer with your kids. We'll see you soon.
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May 26, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Pastoral Letter
Dear Faith Family, I've been thinking about you this week. Not about anything in particular, just about you. The faces I see on Sunday morning. The names I pray for during the week. The people God has given me the privilege of serving. I want you to know something. I'm grateful for you. I'm grateful for the ones who show up faithfully, week after week, even when life is busy and tiring. I'm grateful to those who serve faithfully. I'm grateful for the parents working hard to raise their kids in the Lord, and for the older saints whose prayers hold this church together more than any of us realize. I want to remind you of something simple today. God sees you. He sees the part of your life nobody else knows about. He sees the prayer you've been praying for years with no answer yet. He sees the loved one you're worried about. He sees the way you keep showing up for people, even when you're running on empty. He hasn't forgotten you. He never will. Hebrews 6:10 puts it plainly: "For God is not unjust to forget your work and labor of love which you have shown toward His name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and do minister." You're not invisible to Him. The small acts of love and faithfulness you've offered this week, the ones nobody else saw, were seen by the One who matters most. So keep going. Keep loving your family. Keep showing up for your friends. Keep serving in the place God has put you. Keep trusting Him with the things you can't fix. It's an honor to be your pastor. Blessings,
Pastor Leger
May 26, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Awana Kids Ministry Update
Thank You, Awana Parents What a year it's been. We just wrapped up another Awana year at Faith, and we want to start with a simple thank-you to every parent who trusted us with their kids this year. You handed them off to us week after week. You helped them learn their verses in the car, at the kitchen table, and probably a few times right before walking in the door. You showed up. That matters more than you know. Getting to spend time with your children has been a joy. We've watched them memorize Scripture, ask honest questions about God, and grow in ways only the Lord can grow a kid. None of it happens without you partnering with us, and we don't take that for granted. We're already praying about the year ahead. As soon as we have the dates for the new Awana year locked in, we'll get those to you so you can mark your calendars. Until then, enjoy your summer with your kids. We'll see you soon.
May 26, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Weekly Update
Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next few days and weeks. Wednesday, May 27th, 6:00 pm Annual Community Fruit Basket Outreach - We will meet at Faith to deliver fruit baskets and pray for assigned neighborhoods. June 1-5 Youth Bible Conference - Our Youth Bible Conference is back, and this year we're studying the book of Galatians, Paul's powerful letter on grace and freedom in Christ.
Each day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with lunch provided. Students from other churches are welcome, and the young at heart are invited too. Come spend a few days in the Word with us. Sunday, May 31st Camp Pearl Fellowship Sunday - Join us at Camp Pearl, 1132 Camp Pearl Rd, Reeves, LA for singing, celebrating, food, fun, and fellowship. We will meet in the chapel at 4:30 pm. A meal will be served in the diner at 6:00 pm.
Meats and sides are provided. You bring the desserts, bread, or drinks.New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "You Have a Father"
| Pastor Bart Leger Romans 8:12-17 Romans 8:12–17 answers one of the most personal questions in the Christian life: what kind of relationship do I have with God? In this message from Pastor Bart Leger, Paul shows us that the Spirit who lives in every believer is the Spirit of adoption, marking us as children of God, teaching us to call him “Abba, Father,” and making us joint heirs with Christ. Walk away with a clear truth: if you have the Spirit, you have a Father. Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe below to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox.Subscribe 📸 Follow us on , Facebook, and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 9:15 AM & 10:15 AM
6294 Tom Hebert Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70607 See you soon ☀️
May 26, 2026 • 6 Minute Read
Move From Stress to Gratitude by Meditating on the Psalms
There's a kind of tiredness that comes from being scared for too long. It's the exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix. Watching the news makes it worse. The Psalms have been carrying people through this kind of stretch for thousands of years. They give us a pattern we can use when we don't know what to pray. The pattern is simple. We cry out to God about what's happening, and we hold onto hope because help is coming. Two moves. The first one tells the truth. The second one takes faith. Three kinds of seasons Walter Brueggemann, an Old Testament scholar, noticed something while he was studying the Psalms. He saw three different kinds of life moments showing up in them. He called them seasons of orientation, disorientation, and new orientation (Brueggemann, 1984). When life is in orientation, things are working. The bills are getting paid, and you can feel God's blessings. This is where we hope to spend most of our days. Then something breaks. Maybe a diagnosis comes back bad, or the job ends. We move into disorientation, where the ground we trusted is gone. This is what most of the Psalms are written from. After a long stretch of disorientation, we sometimes find our way to a different kind of solid ground. The crisis isn't always over. But we've learned something we couldn't have learned any other way. Brueggemann called this new orientation. It's a place of gratitude that has been through something. The Psalms walk us through all three. That's why they matter so much when life turns difficult. What the psalmist does When you read a psalm of lament, you'll see the writer doing something that might surprise you. They complain to God. Out loud. With specifics. They tell God what's wrong and why they feel forgotten. They don't dress it up. They don't pretend to have faith they don't have. They give God the situation as it stands. Then, somewhere in the middle of the psalm, something shifts. The writer remembers what God has done before. The remembering does something to the complaint. While it doesn't erase the pain. It puts the pain in perspective. By the end of the psalm, the writer is praising God. The problem hasn't gone away. He's praising because he's standing on what he remembered. This is the bridge from complaint to praise. We tell God what's wrong, and we let memory feed our hope. Psalm 13 Look at how this works in Psalm 13: "O LORD, how long will you forget me? Forever? How long will you look the other way? How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul, with sorrow in my heart every day? How long will my enemy have the upper hand? Turn and answer me, O LORD my God! Restore the sparkle to my eyes, or I will die. Don't let my enemies gloat, saying, 'We have defeated him!' Don't let them rejoice at my downfall. But I trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me. I will sing to the LORD because he is good to me." (NLT) The complaint is right there. He's been waiting. He's tired. Then comes the turn. "But I trust in your unfailing love." That's it. Seven words. The whole psalm pivots on that "but." The writer hasn't been rescued. The enemy is still there. He remembers what's true about God anyway, and that memory brings praise out of him. How to pray this way You don't have to wait for a perfect moment to pray like the psalmist. You can do it on the drive home from a tough meeting, or after the kids have gone to bed. Find a Psalm of lament. Psalm 13 is a good place to start. Read it slowly enough to let it tell you what kind of words you're allowed to say to God. Then make it personal. Find one verse that fits your complaint and make it your own. If the psalmist says, "How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul?" and that's exactly what you're feeling, say it. Pray it back to God. He already knows. Stay there as long as you need to. Some days, the lament is the prayer. Some examples might help. Say you're worried about a child who's pulled away from the family. You can take Psalm 13's "How long must I struggle with anguish in my soul" and pray it about your child. Make it specific. Tell God how long you've been waiting for them to come back, and what you've watched them go through. The psalmist's words take shape as your prayer for your specific situation. When you're ready, find a verse from later in the psalm that turns toward God. "But I trust in your unfailing love." Pray that one too. Mean it as much as you can. The same principle applies when you turn toward trust. "But I trust in your unfailing love" is the prayer of someone who knows that God has loved this child longer than they have. The situation may stay the same. What changes is who you're trusting in the middle of it. You may have to come back to this prayer all day. The fear comes back. The tough conversation comes back. Each time, you can do it again. Lament. Then trust. A word from Paul Paul wrote something to the Thessalonian church that fits here. He said: "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NLT) Notice the wording. Paul says to give thanks "in all circumstances," not "for all circumstances." There's a difference. You don't have to thank God that your friend is sick. You can thank Him in the middle of your friend's sickness for being there with you. The Psalms taught Paul this. They can teach us too. One more thing If you're feeling disoriented right now, I want you to hear something clearly. God is here. He hears you. The psalmist's confidence didn't depend on his circumstances. It rested on the character of the God he was praying to. That God hasn't changed. Tell Him what's happening. Tell him how scared you are. Then, when you can, remember. He has been faithful to His people for a long time. He'll be faithful to you.
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