“And there will be a tabernacle for shade in the daytime from the heat, for a place of refuge, and for a shelter from storm and rain.”

Isaiah 4:6
Baptism service at the Newark Maranatha Christian Church, NJ.

Lives Transformed at Maranatha in Newark, New Jersey

Great blessings marked the end of 2025 at Maranatha Christian Church (MCC) in Newark, New Jersey. Lives transformed by the Lord Jesus descended into the waters of baptism, publicly testifying to their decision to serve the King of kings and Lord of lords.

The church also took part in the Lord’s Supper and glorified God for the graduation of new instrumentalists, concluding the Apprentice Program.

Supper Service in Framingham gathered families from Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Special Supper Service and Encouragement in Framingham, Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, pastors, anointed pastors, deacons, and their families gathered at MCC Framingham for a special service with the ministration of the Lord’s Supper. Brethren who traveled from various regions of the state and from neighboring Connecticut filled the temple.

The message of encouragement led those present to reflect on the Lord’s calling in their lives and on the joy of serving a providing God, who faithfully cares for His servants. Hearts were overflowing with gratitude, and the Lord renewed His promise of many blessings and provision for the year ahead.

The Lord called a deacon to serve as an anointed pastor in Medford, Mass.

A Joyful Gathering and Calling in Medford, Massachusetts

In Medford, the congregation also participated in a special service. The message, based on Psalm 84, highlighted the blessedness of those who rejoice in being in the House of God and in serving the Lord of Hosts.

The church rejoiced in what God has been doing, as He continues to pour out the oil of the Holy Spirit and call servants to care for the sheep of Christ’s flock. During the service, pastors prayed for a deacon called by the Lord to the function of an anointed pastor.

In Gardner, Mass., the congregation gathered for a solemn moment of prayer.

Vigil of Prayer and Intercession in Gardner, Massachusetts

At Maranatha Gardner, the brethren experienced a moment of glorification for the year 2025 and intercession for 2026 during a prayer vigil. The church entered with confidence before the Throne of Grace, receiving mercy, grace, and the Lord’s help. Hallelujah!

The Maranatha Church in Winnipeg, Canada, concluded a beginner guitar class.

Canada’s First Guitar Class Graduation in Winnipeg, Manitoba

At Maranatha Christian Church in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the church celebrated the graduation of the first guitar class in the Apprentice Program. Glory to God!

Maranatha Christian Church in Toronto, Canada.

Workers’ Meeting and Renewal of Commitment in Toronto, Ontario

At MCC Toronto, Ontario, workers and deacons gathered for a special meeting, glorifying God for the renewal of their commitment to serve in the Work of the Holy Spirit.

Maranatha! The Lord Jesus is Coming!