August 2, 2026
August 2, 2026
WORSHIP AND OBEY
The movie, “The Odyssey” is huge, both in scope and in box office receipts. It’s taken from Homer’s epic Greek poem.
In Greek mythology Eris, goddess of discord, wasn’t invited to a wedding. So, she threw a golden apple into the celebration on which was written, “To the Fairest.”
The goddesses Hera (the mother goddess), Athena (goddess of wisdom) and Aphrodite (goddess of love) fought over the apple. Prince Paris of Troy was chosen to decide who was the fairest. Aphrodite promised that if Paris chose her, she’d give him the most beautiful woman in the world, Helen. He chose her!
Paris took Helen from Menelaus, king of Sparta, to his Trojan home. Menelaus’ brother, Agameemnon, then led the Greeks to war against Troy to recapture his brother’s wife. The war lasted 10 years!
Different gods favored different sides, leading to the slaughter of both Greeks and Trojans.
Jealous Athena and Hera and Poseidon (god of the seas) favored the Greeks.
Haughty Aphrodite, Apollos (god of truth), Artemis (goddess of the hunt), and Ares (god of war) favored Troy,
The problem was that no mortal knew whom to worship and obey. Each god and goddess was jealous of the other and could punish a mortal who chose the wrong deity to favor.
How different is the truth of the Bible! We have one God (something no ancient man could’ve invented), who loves the world so much that he had his son crucify our sins and sinful nature so that we could receive his resurrected life into our lives and let him live through us forever! But in order to do this, we must worship and obey him, because he knows that it’s the only way that we can be happy and effective eternally.
Sunday I’m preaching on “Worship and Obey” from Matthew 28:16-20. We’ll talk about “Worship Jesus,” verses 16-17; and “Obey Jesus,” verses 18-20. Please come and help us fulfill our purpose of creation, to worship and obey the one true God whose story is older and fresher than the oldest myth.
Love,
Jim Meek
Join us for Bible Study and Worship Service
Sunday
9 am - Bible Study for all ages
Pastor Jim's Adult Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
10:30 am - Worship Service
live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Wednesday
5:15-6 pm - Wednesday Night Dinner
6:00 PM - Youth
6:00 pm - Summer Kids' Choir
6:15 pm Bible Study - Adults
Pastor Jim's Wednesday Night Bible Study is live streamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos
Thursday
10:30 am - Women's Life Group and Prayer - Bldg. 100, Women's Center
Daily Devotionals with
Pastor Jim Meek!
Join us Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am for an inspiration devotional message from Dr. Jim Meek
Live steamed on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/vid
Let us know you are interested in serving on the Worship or Tech Teams! Click here, or use the QR code below!
Lord’s Supper, Sunday, August 2nd
We will celebrate the Lord's Supper during worship. We look forward to you being there for this special time.
Business Meeting
Sunday, August 2nd
1:30 pm, Worship Center
If you are an El Camino Baptist Church member, please attend our business meeting. We will present important information for 2026 and items on which we need your vote.
Women's Ministry Prayer Breakfast
Saturday,
August 8th, 9 am
Join us for a wonderful breakfast and great fellowship!
Questions? Please contact church office, (916) 488-1522
Friday, August 21st - 12 - 3 pm
Senior Adults, join us for fun, fellowship, games, and a potluck!
Please bring a dish to share and any favorite games you have!
Nostalgic Swing Concert
Saturday, August 29th, 1 pm
Worship Center
Featuring: Nostalgic Big Band
Genre: Pop, Swing, Latin, Classic and
Traditional Jazz
Playing Popular tunes of the 40s—80s
Sponsored by—Every 5th Saturday Afternoon At 1 Concert
(where it's always free to donate)
Be Faithful to the End
Studies in the book of Hebrews
Taught by Dr. Jim Meek
Wednesday
6:15 pm, The Chapel
Pastor Jim's sermon notes are on the YouVersion Bible App under the Live Events.
- In the app, go to "More" then Events
- If you are local to the Sacramento area, you should be able to find the event for El Camino Baptist Church.
Our sermons are recorded and available on our website and our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/elcaminobaptistchurch/videos). You may also request a complementary DVD. Just email or call the church office and give the date of the sermon and your mailing address and we'll get one out to you as soon as possible. Please allow 7-10 business days to receive it. You may also pick it up in the office once you are notified it is ready. Thank you!
Join us for our
Visitation Ministry
Thursdays, 3 pm
Meet in the church office
5:15 - 6 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Suggested donation $6 per Adult and child/youth over 10 years of age / $3 per child under 10
Betty Allen and team will prepare our meal for us
Menu: Pork roast, green beans, sides, and dessert
Questions? Call the church office (916) 488-1522
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER SIGN-UPS
We need help with our Wednesday Night Meals. By volunteering for at least one Wednesday night, we can insure no one is doing all the work.
The available dates are on sign up form. You will put together and lead a team for one or more dates. Just click here or use the QR code below to sign up for the date(s) you will help.
You will shop (the church will pay the bill), preparing a meal for about 70 children and adults, and clean up. Betty Allen will meet with you and help you understand the commitment.
If you can lead a team, please complete the back of this insert and put it in the Friendship Box in the foyer.
Let’s all share in this valuable and encouraging ministry and fellowship.
Directory Update
We want to be sure we can keep in touch with you in order to minister to your needs. Please help us by updating your contact information. Simply click here or use the QR code below and complete the Directory Update Form. Thank you!
Have You Lost Something?
We have lots of items (Bibles, ear buds, keys, and many other things) that have been turned into the office. If you have lost something, please stop by the church office during normal operating hours and check our Lost and Found! You may find your long, lost treasure! Questions? Call the church office, (916) 488-1522.
August
8/1 - Men's End of Summer BBQ - 5 pm - Fellowship Hall
8/2 - Lord's Supper during worship
8/2 - Business Meeting - 1:30 pm
8/8 - Women's Ministry Prayer Breakfast - 9 am - Fellowship Hall
8/16 - Kids' on Sunday Teachers' Meeting - Noon
8/21 - Senior Adult Potluck and Game Day - Noon - 3 pm
8/23 - Kids' Summer Choir performance during worship
8/28-29 - Youth Lock-In
8/29 - Big Band / Swing Concert 1-3 pm
