Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, we invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, our Guest Speaker Pastor Edwin Perla will be going to share the message titled "Spirit-Led Discipleship," with the Scripture reading taken from John 16:13-15. Scripture Reading: John 16:13-15 ESV Sermon Abstract In the gospels discipleship looked like this: Walking with Jesus Listening to Him teach Watching Him preform miracles Following Him In John 16, before His death and ascension, Jesus has a conversation with his disciples promising them that “The Holy Spirit” would come and advocate, and teach them in Truth, speaking for Him for His glory and the Father’s glory. In the Gospel of John, Instead of “follow Me,” we now see a Spirit led discipleship where Jesus is physically ministering and the Holy Spirit is present actively as well. We will explore 3 moments in the Gospel of John where we see Jesus is Spirit led. Application for us today: Praise God, the promise of John 16 applies to us “His Church.” Discipleship is no longer about physical proximity to Jesus. Instead, discipleship is about spiritual alignment with Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit, serving the Body of Christ (Church). One can propose, discipleship is, Learning to listen to the Spirit while living within the fellowship of the Body of Christ! We, have the privilege of being called, His Church (The Body of Christ) a living expression of Jesus on earth. In these last days of Earth, just like when Jesus was ministering here, people are searching for peace, comfort, purpose, and love. So, we are blessed as Seventh-Day Adventist to serve others and be disciples of Jesus Led by the Spirit until Jesus Christ returns. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube.

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, we invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, Elder Bert Williams will be going to share the message titled "Seeds," with the Scripture reading taken from Mark 4:26-32. Scripture Reading: Mark 4:26-32 Sermon Abstract Jesus told stories about seeds in Mark chapter 4. Two of them are short and simple—simply profound, that is. One is longer and somewhat complicated—more complicated than it might first appear. The seed, Jesus says, is the Word and it falls on various types of ground—hard packed, stony, thorn infested, and well-tilled fertile soil. Each type of soil is representative of various hearers, and how they relate to the word they hear. It turns out that a significant element in Jesus' message may not be immediately clear, but is ultimately the most important: If a person wants to hear Jesus' message, it will sink in and grow fruit. If a person doesn't want to hear it, that message won't even make sense to them. Therefore, let us choose to be well-tilled fertile soil. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it is a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you would like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, we invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, Elder Cynthia Clerk will be going to share the message titled "Mother’s Love, A Reflection of God’s Heart," with the Scripture reading taken from Isaiah 66:13. Scripture Reading: Isaiah 66:13 Sermon Abstract We are honoring the role of mothers present here with us or departed. Grandmothers and women who nurture, guide, and love with quiet strength which reflects God’s love. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it is a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you would like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, we invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, Elder Bert Williams will be going to share the message titled "Lord of the Sabbath," with the Scripture reading taken from Mark 3:1-5. Scripture Reading: Mark 3:1-5 Sermon Abstract In Colonial times in America, Sabbath observance (although it was usually considered to be Sunday) was extremely strict. Sermons lasted for hours and the rest of the day was limited to prayer and contemplation of Scripture. And Sabbath-keeping was enforced, often involving fines for Sabbath breakers. In the mid-20th Century, vestiges of Colonial Sabbath keeping endured in many Adventist homes. Now, well into the 21st Century, it's likely that most of us don't consider it wrong to take a shower on Sabbath morning. Times change, and with the times habits often change. Scripture is clear that the Sabbath is important. Sabbath is prominent in the creation story, it is found in the heart of the Ten Commandments, and it is found often in the Old and the New Testament. What sometimes seems less clear is what we should do with the Sabbath. Jesus was a Sabbath-keeper but His Sabbath-keeping didn't satisfy the religious leaders of His day. They were considerably more demanding about the rules than Jesus was. So, what is appropriate to do on Sabbath? What is wrong to do on Sabbath? Or are those even the right questions to be asking? I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it is a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you would like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, I invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, I will be going to share the message titled "The Peace Christ Gives," with the Scripture reading taken from Matthew 14:25-28 NKJV. Scripture Reading: Matthew 14:25-28 NKJV Sermon Abstract This week we have the story of Jesus walking on water toward His disciples in the midst of a storm. The Prince of Peace had grown up and was walking on water in a storm. The disciples, terrified at first, were calmed by Jesus’ words: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” In this moment, Jesus brought peace, not by removing the storm, but by stepping into it with His presence. This story reminds us that the peace Christ gives is not the absence of trouble but His presence in the midst of it. Often, we celebrate the Prince of Peace who came into a world of turmoil to bring hope and calm to every heart. Just as Jesus reassured the disciples on the stormy sea, He reassures us today—His peace is constant, unshaken by the storms of life. Life often brings joy, but it can also bring stress, loneliness, and challenges. For some it is the worst of times. Yet, Christ’s peace is available to all who call on Him, offering the calm assurance that we are never alone. Just as Peter found courage to step out of the boat, Christ invites us to step into a deeper trust in Jesus, knowing His peace surpasses all understanding. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it is a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you would like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, we invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, Dr. David Fraser is going to share the message titled "Our Father: Faith in an Age of Fragmentation," with the Scripture reading taken from Matthew 6:5-13. Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:5-13 Sermon Abstract In a time marked by division, uncertainty, and a growing sense of isolation, the opening words of the Lord’s Prayer offer more than a familiar ritual—they offer a profound reorientation of identity and belonging. In this message, Dr. David E. Fraser explores how the simple yet powerful phrase “Our Father” reminds us that we are not alone, not self-defined, and not disconnected from one another. Rooted in scripture and deeply relevant to today’s world, this sermon invites us to rediscover faith as both a personal relationship with God and a shared bond with others. In doing so, it offers a renewed foundation for hope, dignity, and community in an age that often feels increasingly fragmented. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube.

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, we invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, Elder Bert Williams is going to share the message titled "The Whole Town Gathered," with the Scripture reading taken from Mark 1:29-39. Scripture Reading: Mark 1:29-39 Sermon Summary Following years in obscurity, running a small carpentry shop in a little village, Jesus one day said, "The time has come," and was suddenly flocked by crowds of people. His teaching gripped their minds and hearts. His miracles astounded them. And it seemed that, with Jesus, the unexpected became commonplace. Sometimes, He would simply disappear, and eventually be found in solitary prayer. He would actually touch a leper. He would make the astounding claim to forgive sins. Then He would go eat with sinners. Many were fascinated. Some were scandalized. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube.

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, I invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, we are blessed to have Head Elder Alex Clerk share the message "Our Resurrection Hope", with our Scripture reading taken from Acts 24:14-16 NKJV. Below is a brief summary of the message, shared by Head Elder Alex Clerk. Scripture Reading: Acts 24:14-16 NKJV Sermon Summary Many of us, if not all, follow THE WAY of our ancestors who lived and died hoping for the resurrection. Like Paul we can also express our hope in the resurrection by the grace of God. We shall see them with their hope realized we often say by our worship. This weekend’s celebration means we are confirming our unwavering faith in the faith of our forebears to underscore our unwavering hope in God's promises and our confidence in the ultimate victory of life over death. May the Lord be with each of us as He brings us comfort and confidence in the blessed hope. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it’s a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you’d like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, I invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, we are blessed to have Elder Bert Williams share the message “The Time Has Come”, with our Scripture reading taken from Mark 1:14-15. Below is a brief summary of the message, shared by Elder Bert Williams. Scripture Reading: Mark 1:14-15 Sermon Summary Jesus worked alone for years in his carpentry shop, quietly and out of public view. And then the day came when He said, "The time has come." He followed up by saying, "The kingdom of God has come near." From the time of Adam and Eve, the time of Abraham, the time of Isaiah, the time of Daniel, followers of Yahweh had been expecting "The Time." And then this carpenter from Nazareth brushed the sawdust from his clothes, walked to Galilee, and said, "The Time Has Come." Almost all Jews, hearing these words, would've thought, "All right! It's time for revolution!" Jesus' message, however, was not revolution. It was repentance! I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it’s a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you’d like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, I invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, we are blessed to have Elder Michael Buffington share the message “Jesus’ Sermon That Changed the World”, with our Scripture reading taken from Matthew 5:17-20 KJV. Below is a brief summary of the message, shared by Elder Michael Buffington. Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:17-20 KJV Sermon Summary This three-part seminar explores the Sermon on the Mount as Christ’s defining message on the kingdom of heaven. We will discover why this sermon has transformed lives across history, how it reveals the true spirit of God’s law written on the heart, and what it means to live as citizens of His kingdom. Christ’s words challenge our understanding of success, happiness, and righteousness, and call us into a deeper, transformed life in Him. Series Breakdown: - Part 1: The Greatest Sermon Ever Told - Part 2: The Character of the Kingdom - Part 3: Living the Kingdom Life I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it’s a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you’d like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, I invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, we are blessed to have Elder Michael Buffington share the message “Jesus’ Sermon That Changed the World”, with our Scripture reading taken from Matthew 5:17-20 KJV. Below is a brief summary of the message, shared by Elder Michael Buffington. Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:17-20 KJV Sermon Summary This three-part seminar explores the Sermon on the Mount as Christ’s defining message on the kingdom of heaven. We will discover why this sermon has transformed lives across history, how it reveals the true spirit of God’s law written on the heart, and what it means to live as citizens of His kingdom. Christ’s words challenge our understanding of success, happiness, and righteousness, and call us into a deeper, transformed life in Him. Series Breakdown: - Part 1: The Greatest Sermon Ever Told - Part 2: The Character of the Kingdom - Part 3: Living the Kingdom Life I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube. Thank You for your continued support. Help us continue our mission to create meaningful media. You can donate today by using the link below and at the top specify if it’s a “one-time donation” or “recurring donation” and then below in the box next to “Media Ministries” put the amount you’d like to donate: https://adventistgiving.org/donate/ANP8KQ

Greetings, Beloved Congregation and Friends of Palo Alto Adventist Church, As we prepare our hearts for the coming Sabbath, I invite you to join us as we gather once again around God’s Word. This week, we are blessed to have Elder Hyacinth Frank-Stephens share the message “Is Lent For Me?”, with our Scripture reading taken from Mark 1:9-13. Below is a brief summary of the message, shared by Elder Hyacinth Frank Stephens. Scripture Reading: Mark 1:9-13 Sermon Summary The word Lent has its root in the Old English word, "Lencten" or Dutch, "Lente" meaning, "The season of lengthening days, or spring". Passover is traditionally celebrated at this time, as is the time of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. In memory of Christ's suffering, death and resurrection, history suggests that early Christians engaged in periods of fasting and prayer to prepare themselves to commemorate this life changing event. Lent, it is claimed, evolved from this practice. As a convert to Seventh-day Adventism, I beg the question, "Is Lent for Me?" Join me as I seek to find answers in this new path I have chosen. I invite you to join us with open hearts as we worship, reflect, and grow together in God’s Word. Happy Sabbath, and may God’s presence be richly felt among us. In His grace, Head Elder Alex Clerk 🌐 Register for our Live Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/yc3vzk62 🔔 Stay connected with us on our journey of faith: 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/bderwssk 🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.paloaltoadventist.org 📘 Follow our Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/4n8zcynh 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/bdxjx65h God Bless You! Happy Sabbath and Have a Great Week! SUBSCRIBE to Palo Alto Adventist Church of Seventh-day Adventists on YouTube.