Friday News for May 29, 2026

Good Afternoon-

His disciples remembered that it was written, "Zeal for your house will consume me." (John 2:17)

All four Gospels describe a similar event, but John is the only one that tells us that the disciples called to mind a verse from a messianic psalm, Psalm 69:9. Jesus would later predict that the temple would be leveled, so why would He be upset by what was going on there?

The temple was a type of a heavenly reality. It spoke of atonement, justice, and mercy. The temple foreshadowed the atonement the Messiah would bring, but it was also symbolic of the bride of Christ, who would replace it. Instead of clearly conveying the symbolism, the temple had become a place for merchants to engage in merchandising and financial profiting, an abuse of what God had asked of His people. Does that happen in the present day house of God?

Jesus was fiercely passionate that God's house, His bride, be pure and expressing love for Him rather than love of money. Zeal can also be translated "jealousy." Jealousy for believers' love consumes Jesus. After all, just as people could see the improper motives of the priests discredit their faith, so today the world sees the people who call themselves Christians but devote themselves to something other than their relationship with Jesus.

Remember: This passionate display by Jesus was not simply anger. It was a revelation of the Lord's desire that each of us love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. (This devotional is from daily-devotions.net)

Here is what you need to know about our ministry together…

SATURDAY

SATURDAY MORNING PRAYER. Tomorrow’s prayer meeting will be at 8:30AM. Along with praying for each other, we will also be praying for our congregation and the ministry that God will be doing in and through us to our community. We will be meeting in person, or you can join by Zoom. Here’s the link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89202864329 

SUNDAY

WORSHIP. It is our honor to gather on Sunday mornings for worship at 10:15am. There will be a variety of music, prayer, Bible readings and a message. This week we will consider the moment when Jesus’ zeal moves as he clears the money changers from the temple.

You will be able to find a link to the live stream on our home page at www.R2E.life. 

For the next few months, we will continue working on significant parts of the building. Space will be limited and flexibility will be needed. Thanks for your patience!

SUNDAY KID’S MINISTRY: Nursery care and Sunday School for children (birth to elementary age) will be available at 9:00AM beginning in the downstairs kid’s classroom. During the 10:15AM worship service, there will be a children’s message.  Following the children’s message, children six years old and younger are invited to the kid’s classroom for play time with Miss Nelly. 

ADULT JOURNEYS: Teens and adults are invited to gather up with Paul Dalbey in the Sanctuary at 9:00AM for discussion and reflection on the spiritual journey with Jesus.

TUESDAY

WOMEN’S DISCIPLESHIP will continue their study of the writings of the Apostle John. Regular meetings will be on Tuesdays at 3:00PM. Talk with Rebecca Lowe (717-919-4630) about their next meeting. 

WEDNESDAY

MEN’S BREAKFAST.  Each third Wednesday (Next on June 17!), join the guys at 9:00AM at the Peachtree Restaurant (251 N. Progress Ave.). There will be a great breakfast and an opportunity to encourage each other in our faith.

THURSDAY

THURSDAYS IN WELLSVILLE.  Gather up at the Wellsville school house on Thursday nights for burgers at 6:00PM and Bible Study at 7:00PM.  You can find the Schoolhouse at 1080 Zeigler Rd in Wellsville.

MEN’S DISCIPLESHIP.  Discipleship seeks to become more effective in living the life God has given us.  Our next meeting will be June 4 at 5081 Sue Ann Dr. Please talk with me (717-525-1196) for more info.

THE COMMUNITY LOVE BOX supports the ministry of Caitlin’s Smiles during the month of May.  You can donate craft items in the box located in the Gathering Place. More detail can be found in the Love Box.

RENOVATION WORK AT 5948 LINGLESTOWN RD. Work is still moving along in the downstairs area at our new location.  We are now working on wall prep, painting, ceilings, trim and floors. As the weather warms up, we will soon be addressing decks and hardscaping. If you have time to help out, please call or text me at the number below.

YARD SALE! On Saturday, June 6, we will hold our annual Yard Sale. If you have items you would like to donate to support the building fund, please bring them on June 4 or 5. Thanks!

Grace and peace.

           -Pastor Wayne   

Rev. Wayne A Lowe Jr.

Pastor, Road to Emmaus Church

5050 Linglestown Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17112

office: 717-545-1117, cell: 717-525-1196, web: www.R2E.life

   Our Vision is that we have...

     A HEART FOR THE HARRISBURG AREA.

   Our Mission is to...

     MAKE NEW AND GROWING DISCIPLES FOR JESUS CHRIST.